Update to U.S. Coffee Championships 2020–2021 Seasons
The United States Coffee Competitions have announced that all remaining events will be canceled until 2021.
European Tea Society Unveils New Name & Strategy
Starting July 1, the European Tea Society will be known as the European Speciality Tea Association, following a vote by the association’s members in May.
5 Minutes With: LaNisa Williams, Barista Life LA
Fresh Cup recently caught up with LaNisa Williams, creator of Barista Life LA, to discuss her new Instagram campaign, #BlackinBrew, and learn more about her mission of inclusive education.
Starbucks Reverses Stance on #BLM Attire After Resistance
Starbucks faced retaliation after stating that employees weren’t allowed to wear attire mentioning Black Lives Matter.
Happy Lucky’s Teahouse Embraces Virtual Tastings
About 10 days after closing their doors to the public back in March, Happy Lucky's Teahouse decided to create YouTube videos emulating the in-store tasting experience.
How to Create a Virtual Event
As the effects of COVID-19 continue to be felt around the world, our industry has had to adapt in ways it didn’t anticipate.
Riding the Wave of CBD
Brands and researchers weigh in on how CBD and beverages can coexist, what to think about when purchasing CBD products, and what the landscape for CBD beverages looks like today.
Sustainable Sourcing
Five Pacific Northwest coffee companies share why their approach to sustainability begins by building fair relationships with farmers.
Boot Coffee Provides New Online Learning Platform
Just in time for staying home, Boot Coffee has created an online platform for coffee training, CoffeeCampus.com. Courses range from cupping and sensory analysis to roasting fundamentals.
In Memoriam: Piero Bambi (1934-2020)
On Sunday, March 22, the coffee industry lost an icon: La Marzocco’s Piero Bambi.