Triangulate Your Career: Should Baristas Consider Getting Q Grader Certification?
Is Q certification worth it for baristas to pursue? The answer depends on where you want to go in your career.
For The Love of Decaf: A Glimpse Into the Rise of Decaffeinated Specialty Coffee
People have consumed coffee for its stimulating effect since the beginning. Legend has it that Kaldi, a goat herder in Ethiopia, discovered coffee cherries when he noticed how energetic his goats were after eating…
The Beguiling Promise of a €1 Espresso
Espresso in Italy has sat at the comforting price of €1 for decades, but can this price really continue?
Stay Flush in a Cold Brew Rush
If cold brew is simply a menu option for warmer months, it's time to think critically about how to carve space for a unique—and quality-driven—version of the popular beverage.
Packing Up: A Practical Guide to Brewing On-The-Go
How today’s outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a high-quality cup of coffee while hiking or camping.
Managing Multiple Water Sources: Why The Water You Use To Brew Matters
Creating consistency across regional water differences.
A Different Kind of Blend: On Crafting A Signature Tea Experience
It’s easier than ever to create a DIY tea experience that distinguishes your café and provides a unique menu offering for customers.
The Art of the Perfect Affogato
With summer around the corner, affogatos are the perfect seasonal addition to your menu and a fun way to explore creative pairings of coffee and ice cream.
A Culture of Drinks: How Fermented Beverages Are Changing Café Menus
The growth (bacterial or otherwise) of fermented drinks is inescapable. Here's how to the right ones for your café menu.
Reflecting on the Evolution of Chai in Coffeeshops
Chai-based drinks are found on many cafe menus. But how did they get there and how have they changed over time? We talk with Dawn Lewis and track the evolution of chai in coffee…