Five Stories on Labor From the Fresh Cup Archives

As we take a break to observe Labor Day, we're sharing Fresh Cup's best stores about coffee and labor.
by Fresh Cup Staff | September 5, 2022

Ditching Ho-Hum Cocoa

Step up your cocoa game: here are six steps to an improved hot chocolate experience.
by Daniel P. Smith | September 1, 2022

Dialing In During COVID? Here’s How To Adapt

Instead of sipping espresso shots casually behind the bar, cafes have had to adapt to new protocols to ensure quality and keep baristas safe. In some cases, it’s made for tastier coffee.
by Ellan Kline | August 31, 2022

Leveling Up: Why You Should Consider Making Non-Dairy Milk In-House

If the task of making your own plant milk feels intimidating, don't worry: it's much easier than you might think.
by Kevin Foth | August 30, 2022

The Effect of Roast Profile on Body

Body is defined as a coffee’s weight, texture, and mouthfeel—and can be an access point for customers to connect with coffee.
by Rob Hoos | August 18, 2022

Blocked By Bicarbonate: How Water Can Influence How You Roast Coffee

A lesson in the power of water.
by Phil Robertson | August 11, 2022

The Sustainability Dilemma of Nitro Cold Brew Coffee

More and more shops are installing nitro cold brew lines, but they can be challenging to operate and environmentally taxing. NitroBrew offers a solution that is efficient and sustainable.
by Ashe Samuels | August 10, 2022

Taste of Summer: Designing Approachable Signature Beverages that Work

Summer drinks are a fun way to celebrate the season that can bring in new customers and allow baristas to express their creativity.
by RJ Joseph | August 5, 2022

Lazika Shows the Untapped Potential of Turkish Tea

By reintroducing care-driven harvesting practices and presenting consumers with a variety of different tea styles, Lazika hopes to improve the quality of Turkish tea.
by Michael Butterworth | August 1, 2022

Coffee Basics: Understanding Extraction Variables

Using water to extract the parts of the coffee seed that we want to drink.
by Jennifer Haare | July 29, 2022