7-8 Daily Drinks of Coffee, Tea and Water Linked with Reduced Death Risk
New research shows that people who drank some combination of 7-8 coffee, tea and plain water drinks per day were 28% less likely to die from any cause during the…
The Esplorer Cup from Squeaky Splits the Difference of Flavors
Thailand-based specialty coffee accessories maker Squeaky is launching a novel espresso tasting cup designed to separate the layers of a shot for clearer evaluation. Called the Esplorer, the glass cup…
Science Recently Delivered This Shocker: Morning Coffee Improves Mood
Scientists in the UK and Germany have officially confirmed what most coffee drinkers feel intuitively every single day: coffee in the morning puts you in a better mood. For…
SCA Officially Launches Q Grader Courses Tied to the CVA
The United States- and Europe-based Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) officially opened enrollment for the new Q Grader program, saying courses will roll out across regions and languages in the coming…
Three Oaks Roasting Grows in N.C. with Broad River Acquisition
Three Oaks Roasting is spreading its roots deeper throughout the Charlotte, North Carolina, area through its recent acquisition of Broad River Roasters in Shelby. Three Oaks more than tripled its…
Odeko Acquires Northern California Supplier Six Degrees Coffee
New York–based cafe-operations platform Odeko recently acquired California wholesale specialty coffee supplier Six Degrees Coffee Service & Distribution, continuing its venture-capital-fueled expansion. Odeko said the acquisition of the Chico-based company,…
2027 World of Coffee Asia and World Barista Championship Set for Tokyo
The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) announced that Tokyo will host the World of Coffee Asia trade show and the World Barista Championship (WBC) in 2027. The events are scheduled…
The Maxim’s Seine X Offers a River of Features for Home Espresso
Maxim’s, a lifestyle brand steeped in French cultural traditions and cuisine, is counting on consumers’ collective desire for high-tech control over home espresso with the launch of the Seine…
Second Shot Market Launches for Used Coffee Gear
Coffee equipment seller Prima Coffee Equipment last week launched Second Shot Market, an online marketplace for pre-owned or open-box coffee equipment. Open to the public as of Sept. 22,…
Report: U.S. Coffee Shop Coffee Prices Are Rising
Hot coffee and cold brew prices on U.S. coffee shop menus are rising rapidly, according to new private point-of-sale data spanning tens of thousands of cafes. The restaurant and cafe…