The Rise and Fall of an Instant Espresso Bar With Bailey Manson of Intelligentsia Coffee

On this episode of the Coffee Think Tank podcast, we talk about Intelligentsia’s experimental foray into instant espresso at the Illumination Bar.
by Garrett Oden | May 15, 2025

We Talked to A Zillion People At the 2025 Specialty Coffee Expo—Here Are Eight Critical Takeaways

From tariff tensions to automation acceptance, a firsthand look at how the coffee industry is evolving according to the people we talked to on the Specialty Coffee Expo floor.
by Garrett Oden | May 2, 2025

Frameworks for Using AI in Coffee Shops with Melissa Villanueva of Brewpoint Coffee

On the latest episode of the Coffee Think Tank Podcast, Melissa Villanueva shares how she strategically uses AI tools while preserving the humanity of her business.
by Garrett Oden | April 24, 2025

72 Hours in Houston: Where To Go After-Hours During the 2025 Specialty Coffee Expo

The SCA Expo floor closes at 5—what parties and events to do after hours during the coffee industry’s biggest trade show.
by Garrett Oden | April 23, 2025

72 Hours in Houston: Must-Visit Coffee Shops During the 2025 Specialty Coffee Expo

What to see, sip, and do during the Specialty Coffee Expo in Houston, from staff favorites to community-sourced recommendations. 
by Garrett Oden | April 22, 2025

Tech Is Changing Sourcing for Roasters With Kat Melheim of Algrano

On the latest episode of the Coffee Think Tank Podcast, Kat Melheim explains how digital platforms like Algrano enable direct producer-roaster relationships—and shift how specialty coffee moves through the supply chain.
by Garrett Oden | April 9, 2025

Live Data: U.S. Tariffs on Coffee Producing Countries

Tracking President Trump's tariffs on coffee producing countries.
by Garrett Oden | April 3, 2025

Surviving Coffee Price Chaos as a ‘Wartime CEO’ With Anne Djerai of Metropolis Coffee

On the new episode of Fresh Cup’s Coffee Think Tank Podcast, Metropolis Coffee CEO Anne Djerai discusses how coffee business owners can rethink profitability—and keep their cool—amidst rising coffee prices.
by Garrett Oden | April 2, 2025

How To Design a Profitable Coffee Shop Subscription with Patrick and Krystal Burns of Palace Coffee Co.

Developing subscriptions for in-person coffee shops can be hard. Hear how Palace Coffee Co.’s founders built theirs on the inaugural episode of Fresh Cup’s Coffee Think Tank Podcast
by Garrett Oden | March 25, 2025

New Product: Monin’s Matcha Green Tea Concentrate Eliminates the Whisk But Keeps the Flavor

Demand for matcha is skyrocketing. Enter Monin’s new Matcha Green Tea Concentrate, made with Japanese matcha powder and perfect for cafes looking to speed up service and help diversify their menus.
by Garrett Oden | March 21, 2025