Georgia’s ancient wine culture laid the foundation for the expansion of specialty coffee. Traditional cuisine and strong hospitality also influence its growing specialty coffee scene. The country bridges Eastern Europe and West Asia, culminating in a unique coffee market. International brands such as Costa have expanded into Georgia, while homegrown roasters like Shavi are entering…
The coffee market has seen significant price volatility in recent years, placing financial strain on roasters of all sizes. The C price – the benchmark price for arabica coffee – has fluctuated dramatically and even reached historic highs in February 2025, making it harder for roasters to predict costs and secure stable supply chains. When…
Set to become the fastest-growing coffee market in the world over the next few years, Asia is a hotspot for innovation in specialty coffee. Often leading and redefining global trends, from premiumisation to beverage customisation, Asian coffee brands have a huge influence in the wider market. It’s then no surprise that more coffee events are…
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. Editor’s note As predicted, the coffee market’s downward trajectory was short-lived. Two weeks after hitting US $4.41/lb, the highest number in the history of the C market, arabica futures dipped below $3.80. Towards the end of February, they climbed again,…
The specialty coffee market has grown exponentially throughout the last decade, bringing about significant changes in consumer preferences, company culture, and market trends. In an industry once defined by its passion and enthusiasm, roasters are increasingly forced to adopt a pragmatic approach to compete, differentiating themselves from other quality-driven brands to offer something new. Only…
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. Editor’s note After reaching an all-time high in mid-December 2024, arabica futures have since been on a steady upward trajectory, compounded by ongoing supply shortages in Brazil and Vietnam. But this week, in a shocking turn of events that caused…
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