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 stores and coffee trucks, another trend has taken over the specialty-coffee world: coffee carts. Coming in many different forms—from simple tables with wheels, to elaborate […]
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
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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, brightness, and complexity that enhances the overall drinking experience. Unfavourable perceptions of acidity can easily misguide consumers who are new to specialty coffee, inadvertently pushing
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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 and home brewing setups, the device is synonymous with the highest standards of manual pour over brewing. Its iconic cone shape and spiral ribs have
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 roasters, traders, and producers work closer together, the entire supply chain benefits. In its early years, direct trade was considered a form of social responsibility.
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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
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Favoured by baristas, home brewers, and competitors, single-dose grinding is a common practice in specialty coffee. The technique allows you to grind one dose at a time, preserving freshness and making it easier to switch between different coffees. Traditionally, most commercial and home grinders – for espresso and filter – have large hoppers designed to
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Global specialty coffee consumption grows year-on-year, meaning consumers are becoming more aware of higher-quality options. As the market matures, it becomes increasingly harder for roasters to stand out among an ever-growing number of brands vying for a niche spot. At the same time, market competition drives innovation. Roasters are looking for more exciting ways to
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In the highly competitive coffee landscape, branding is everything. It’s always been a key differentiating factor for specialty coffee roasters, but against a backdrop of rising inflation and business costs, market competition has intensified. Businesses must assert their unique selling points and discern themselves through engaging storytelling, constant innovation, and dynamic pricing. Otherwise, they risk