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Click to find out how many people Starbucks laid off—and the union’s response. That and more: here’s the news for the week of March 3rd.

In recent weeks, the current U.S. presidential administration announced sweeping federal layoffs that could impact Hawaii’s coffee industry. 

Cascara—the dried skin of coffee cherries—is growing in popularity among beverage manufacturers thanks to its novel flavors, mild caffeine boost, and sustainability. The next step? Getting consumers on board.

The popularity of the espresso martini has fueled another burgeoning market: coffee liqueur. Today, specialty roasters and distillers are increasingly working together to push the category forward.