Coffee News
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
How China’s Coffee Trading Network Supports Specialty Roasters
Discover how China Coffee Trading Network boosts specialty coffee deals through B2B data, buyer networks, and tailored online trade tools for roasters.
World Barista Championship Results 2000–2012
See every World Barista Championship winner from 2000 to 2012, including Raul Rodas (2012) and Alejandro Mendez (2011). Full rankings and locations.
What Is the World Barista Championship (WBC)?
The WBC is the global barista championship run by the WCE, featuring 15-minute routines with espresso, cappuccino, and signature drinks.
What Is the World Barista Championship and Why It Matters
The World Barista Championship (WBC), run by the World Coffee Events, is the global stage for elite baristas. Here’s what the competition reveals about the coffee industry.
2015 WBC Champion: Sasa Sestic Wins World Barista Title
Australia’s Sasa Sestic claimed the 2015 World Barista Championship crown. The U.S. took silver, Canada bronze, with Hong Kong, UK, and France finishing 4th to 6th.
Who Is Julius Meinl? The Story Behind the Red Hat Coffee Brand
Julius Meinl, known in China as 'Red Hat Coffee', is an Austrian heritage brand founded in 1862. Here's what makes it special in the global coffee market.
Who Makes Julius Meinl Coffee? The Story Behind the Red Hat Brand
Julius Meinl, known in China as 'Little Red Hat,' is an Austrian coffee brand founded in 1862. Discover its origins, roast styles, and current market presence.
How Mandeh Coffee Expanded Across China
Mandeh Coffee opened its first Beijing store in January 2011 and grew to 48 locations across 16 Chinese cities by 2012.
What Coffee and Waffles Does MAAN COFFEE Serve?
MAAN COFFEE uses imported beans roasted by Korean standards and serves freshly baked waffles with fruit and ice cream. Find out their coffee and dessert details here.
How to Run a Successful Coffee Chain Like Manwon Cafe
Learn how Manwon Cafe became a leading Chinese coffee chain by focusing on comfort, design, and romantic café spaces.
Top 10 Specialty Coffee Beans of 2012 Ranked
These are the 10 highest-scoring single-origin coffees from the 2012 SCAA Coffees of the Year competition, with scores, farms, and processing details.
Ethiopian Mocha Coffee Beans 90+ Levelup Derar Ela
Discover the small, aromatic Ethiopian Mocha beans with bright citrus acidity and a rich, smooth finish. Learn what makes Derar Ela unique.
Kenya Mocha Coffee Beans: Specialty Market Guide
Learn what makes Kenya Mocha specialty coffee unique, from processing to flavor — and how it compares to other premium beans like Jamaica Blue Mountain.
China’s First Rainforest Coffee & Ranch Estate Breaks Ground in Pu’er
Pu’er’s new 30,000-acre Aini Estate combines coffee farming, ranching, and eco-tourism. Set at 1,500m, it aims to open in 2020 with a full agri-tourism experience.
How Specialty Coffee Is Driving Global Market Growth
High-quality specialty coffee boosts global demand and prices—learn how production shifts and buyer trends are reshaping the coffee industry.
The Safety and Environmental Issues with Capsule Coffee
Explore the safety concerns, chemical risks, and environmental impact of capsule coffee, including aluminum and plastic packaging concerns.
How Capsule Coffee Maintains Rich Crema and Flavor
Learn how capsule coffee preserves espresso-like crema, flavor stability, and convenience through pressure brewing and nitrogen sealing.
How Capsule Coffee Evolved with Machines and Milk Tech
From Nestlé’s 1976 patent to today’s brands like Nespresso and Lavazza, capsule coffee grew fast. Here’s how flavor, variety, and milk foam tech improved.
The Origins of Capsule Coffee and Why It Changed Brewing
Learn how capsule coffee emerged in the 1970s to balance convenience with freshness, solving the limitations of instant and freshly ground brewing methods.
What Are Coffee Capsules and How Do They Work?
Coffee capsules seal freshly ground beans within 4 hours for consistent, fast brewing. Learn how they maintain quality and what affects their price.