Headlines from the Coffee Industry
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What not to miss at MICE2025
From 20 to 22 March 2025, this year’s Melbourne International Coffee Expo (MICE) will return to the city considered to be the specialty coffee capital of the world. The expo…
Specialty coffee has matured, but its entrepreneurial spirit remains
The specialty coffee movement emerged in the late 20th century, spearheaded by passionate individuals who wanted to challenge the status quo. They sought out high-quality beans, developed direct relationships with…
Top 10 Coffee Shops in Lincoln, Neb.: Part Two
We continue our exploration of the specialty-coffee scene in Nebraska’s capital city. BY JON FERGUSONBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Oleg Ivanov On Monday, we introduced five of our favorite…
5 Cool Coffee Carts Around the World
Welcome to the world of coffee on wheels! Join us for a caffeinated coast around the globe. BY TANYA NANETTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Featured photo courtesy of Yoshua Tanu After physical…
Coffee events are expanding into Asia: What makes these markets so lucrative?
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,…
Is specialty coffee changing the perception of acidity more widely?
Acidity in coffee is often a divisive topic. For some consumers, it’s conflated with bitterness and sourness, perceived as negative. Others, meanwhile, consider acidity a revered flavour attribute, offering vibrancy,…
V60: A revisited brew guide
Since gaining global recognition at the inaugural World Brewers Cup, the Hario V60 has become a symbol of precision and craftsmanship in specialty coffee. Often found in both coffee shops…
Why direct trade is about more than ethical business practices
The term “direct trade” is synonymous with specialty coffee. Established as a way to “do things differently” in an industry dominated by multinationals, it’s founded on the principle that when…
What can we expect from specialty coffee in 2025?
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…