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Fifth Fushan Coffee Cup International Barista Championship Set for 2016
Twenty-five elite baristas from 13 countries and regions will compete in the fifth Fushan Coffee Cup International Barista Championship over June 6–7, 2016, in Hainan.
The 1% Coffee Gamble That Paid Off
In 1857, a young John Pierpont Morgan took a 1% chance on discounted Brazilian coffee—and turned it into a 300% profit. Here’s how.
War Zone Coffee: The Risky Business That Made Millions
A 17-year-old massage therapist turned battlefield coffee entrepreneur earned millions supplying troops with Americano in war zones.
Cadillac Opens a Coffeehouse With Art and Perfume
Cadillac’s new 12,000-sq-ft coffeehouse in NYC blends coffee, art, and fragrance—without selling cars. It opens June 2.
How Coffee Fueled the French Revolution
Key revolutionaries like Danton and Marat gathered in Paris cafés, fueled by coffee, to plan the storming of the Bastille.
How Coffee Fueled the French Revolution
Coffee and Parisian cafés helped spark the French Revolution—here’s how revolutionaries like Danton and Marat used caffeine to fuel resistance.
Wild Coffee Faces Extinction by 2080 Due to Climate Change
Scientists warn that wild Arabica coffee could vanish by 2080 as climate change threatens key growing regions, drastically altering flavor and supply.
How to Be an Effective Specialty Coffee Shop Manager
Learn the 11 essential roles, skills, daily tasks, and pitfalls for running a successful specialty coffee shop as a store manager.
World’s First Car With Built-In Coffee Machine
Fiat’s 500L hatchback includes a built-in Lavazza coffee machine, letting drivers brew fresh coffee on the go at speeds up to 165 km/h.
World’s First Car with Built-In Coffee Machine
Fiat’s 500L hatchback includes a Lavazza-made coffee maker, letting drivers brew fresh coffee at 165 km/h.
World’s First Car With Built-In Coffee Machine
Fiat’s 500L hatchback includes a Lavazza-made coffee machine, letting drivers brew fresh coffee on the go—up to 165 km/h while brewing.
Nearly Half of Dutch Cafés and Bars Still Allow Smoking
49% of Dutch coffee shops and bars still permit indoor smoking, despite national bans. NVWA data shows little change since last year.
Japanese Ogawa Coffee Opens First US Store in Boston
Japan’s historic Ogawa Coffee opens its first US location in Boston next spring, led by 2010 World Latte Art Champion Haruna Murayama.
South African Barista Serves Coffee in Four-Layer Chocolate Cones
A Johannesburg barista invented coffee served in a handmade four-layer chocolate cone. His #coffeeinacone trend has reached nearly 1 million social shares.
Why Most Independent Coffee Shops Fail
Most indie cafés close within two years. Here’s a breakdown of the six fatal mistakes independent shop owners keep making.
19 Essential Facts Every Coffee Drinker Should Know
From coffee’s legendary discovery to flavor science, learn 19 key truths about how your daily cup is made and enjoyed.
Does Latte Art Make Coffee Taste Better?
A blind taste test shows latte art doesn’t improve flavor—but your first sip might trick you into thinking it does.
Does Latte Art Make Coffee Taste Better?
A blind taste test reveals whether latte art improves flavor—or just your perception. Spoiler: it’s not the foam art that matters.
How the French Drink Coffee: Culture Over Caffeine
French coffee culture isn’t about taste alone—it’s about atmosphere, conversation, and lingering over espresso for hours in public.
Why You Should Avoid Kopi Luwak Coffee
Kopi Luwak, or civet coffee, is made from beans eaten and excreted by civets. But the cruel farming methods behind it make it unethical to consume.