2020 U.S. Coffee Championship Qualifiers

The U.S. Coffee Championship qualifiers will next venture to Nashville and Orange County where professionals from around the country will compete to represent the U.S. in the World Championships.
by Fresh Cup Staff | December 18, 2019

Drifting Away from Plastic

Brooklyn-based subscription coffee company, Driftaway Coffee, recently announced the launch of 100% compostable packaging and carbon-neutral shipping and operations.
by Fresh Cup Staff | December 18, 2019

The Barista League 2020

The Barista League has revealed its 2020 competition season, which will feature four events spread over three continents, as well as a brand-new membership program.
by Fresh Cup Staff | December 11, 2019

Understanding the Cost Crisis

For all we love about coffee, there is a growing awareness of an age-old undercurrent: a deceptive riptide that many are calling the “Cost Crisis,” whose forces are being felt more acutely during this…
by Michael Ryan | December 11, 2019

Remembering Alan Silverman

Alan Silverman, a titan of the hospitality industry, has passed away.
by Fresh Cup Staff | December 4, 2019

Oceana Coffee’s Cup of Kindness

Learn about Florida-based roasters Oceana Coffee’s Cup of Kindness program, which donates funds to a local charity every quarter.
by Fresh Cup Staff | November 27, 2019

Nespresso, Ahead of the (Curb)

New York City can now recycle Nespresso coffee capsules and other small aluminum products in the same bin as plastics and glass.
by Fresh Cup Staff | November 20, 2019

K&F Coffee Roasters Announces New Ownership

After 36 years as owner, K&F Coffee Roasters’ Don Dominguez passes the torch to Rudy Zarfas.
by Fresh Cup Staff | November 20, 2019

Holiday Gift Guide

Treats for professional tasters
by Rachel Northrop | November 20, 2019

The Latest in Barista Activism

From another walkout to a new barista-support organization, here are the latest updates to the rise of activism in the U.S. coffee community.
by Fresh Cup Staff | November 13, 2019