Behind the Headlines: Whole-Bean Coffee Sales Are Up—But Why?

New reports suggest whole-bean coffee sales are on the rise. But what’s fueling that growth? We ask roasters what they think.
by Amber Gibson | October 30, 2024

Will It Oat? Oat Milk’s Explosive Entry Into Coffee—and How It’ll Continue to Transform the Food Industry

Over the last seven years, oat milk has exploded in popularity across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Latin America, kicked off by the Swedish company Oatly’s appearance on the market in 2017. Uptake was…
by Chloé Skye Weiser | October 18, 2024

It’s Too Soon for Pumpkin Spice. Or Is It?

If the mention of pumpkin spice in August makes you feel protective of the summer months, you’re not alone. But that hasn’t stopped brands from pushing PSL season earlier each year.
by Ashley Rodriguez | August 16, 2024

At Coffee Competitions, AAPI Competitors Turn to Asian Coffees

Coffee competitions often showcase the world's best coffees, and more competitors are using coffee sourced from Asia. Three AAPI competitors share why.
by Arielle Rebekah | May 29, 2024

Experts Share Emerging Coffee Industry Trends Of 2024

Get ready to take notes: industry experts weigh in on the trends, stories, and insights to watch in the coffee world in 2024.
by Garrett Oden | March 29, 2024

Four Key Takeaways From The SCA’s Value Distribution Survey Results

The SCA report, which surveyed hundreds of actors across the supply stream, reveals how the industry perceives value distribution.
by Ashley Rodriguez | March 28, 2024

Fresh Reads: A Conversation With Jessica Easto of “How to Taste Coffee”

Jessica Easto's new book, "How to Taste Coffee," breaks down the art of tasting and makes the case for why the mouth might be the coolest body part.
by Bailey Spear | October 4, 2023

Survey Results: Six Recurring Themes On Coffee Business Owner Challenges

We surveyed owners of coffee shops and coffee roasting companies to understand what the highest-paid in our industry have in common.
by Garrett Oden | September 15, 2023

Survey Results: What Do The Highest-Paid Coffee Business Owners Have In Common?

We surveyed owners of coffee shops and coffee roasting companies to understand what the highest-paid in our industry have in common.
by Garrett Oden | September 14, 2023

What’s Up With Cold Foam?

Cold foam has found its way on nearly every specialty coffee menu. But is cold foam simply a fad, or is it indicative of a much larger shift in how we drink coffee?
by Valorie Clark | August 25, 2023