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Thailand’s Coffee Industry Needs Structural Reform
Thailand plans to overhaul its coffee sector by boosting yield, cutting costs, and improving quality in two key southern provinces.
Dutch Drone Coffee Shop Ran for Just 3 Days
A drone-powered pop-up cafe in the Netherlands served coffee for three days using a custom-built UAV. Here’s what worked — and what didn’t.
How the Canadiano Wooden Dripper Makes One-Cup Pour Over Unique
A handcrafted wooden pour-over dripper designed for single servings using the 'Canadian method'—here’s how it works and why it enhances your cup.
How Many Chemical Compounds Are in a Cup of Coffee?
Over 1,000 chemical compounds have been identified in coffee, contributing to its aroma, flavor, and unique appeal. Here’s what makes it so complex.
How Brewers Are Using Coffee Beans to Make Beer
US brewers are aging green coffee beans in barrels to infuse beer with oak and spirit flavors — here’s how it works.
Vietnam Rises as a Top Five Global Coffee Exporter
Vietnam is now among the world’s five most recognized coffee-producing nations, driven by strong global exports, especially of robusta.
Why Boiler Water from Coffee Machines Is Unsafe to Drink
Repeatedly boiled water from your espresso machine’s boiler can form harmful nitrates and carcinogens. Here’s what that means for your health.
Buy Coffee Beans, Help Rescue an Animal
For every bag of Grounds & Hounds coffee sold, 20% goes to shelters helping homeless dogs. Drink ethically sourced coffee and support rescue animals.
The 2011 Lavazza Coffee Cooling Cup That Changed Iced Espresso
In 2011, Lavazza and chef Ferran Adrià designed a patented cup that chills hot espresso through ice without dilution—here’s how it works.
How Coffee Benefits Your Skin and Hair
Coffee helps calm inflammation, reduce puffiness, exfoliate skin, and even strengthens hair — here’s how your daily brew can do more than wake you up.
Ikawa Home Coffee Roaster Now on Kickstarter
The Ikawa smart home coffee roaster lets you roast fresh beans at home with iOS/Android control and vacuum fan tech. Now live on Kickstarter.
The Handpresso Pump: Portable Espresso on Demand
Make true 12-bar espresso anywhere with just hot water and the Handpresso Pump—no electricity, no bulky machine, just manual pressure.
How a Nano-Electric Coffee Cup Keeps Drinks Hot for 45 Minutes
This nano-electric coffee cup uses USB charging to keep beverages at ideal temperature for 45 minutes, with no tangled wires.
How COSTA Insured a Coffee Taster’s Tongue for £10 Million
COSTA insured barista Gennaro Pelliccia’s taste buds for £10 million in 2009—here’s why his palate defined global coffee quality standards.
How CoffeeBrewer Bags Make Brewing Coffee On the Go Easy
The CoffeeBrewer combines a disposable filter and French press in a single pouch—just add hot water, steep, and enjoy freshly brewed coffee anywhere.
Japan’s First Coffee Train Launches in 2015
JR East’s FruiTea train launched in 2015 on the Banetsu West Line, serving coffee and local fruit desserts to just 36 passengers.
Can the Smell of Coffee Keep You Alert?
Yes—research shows that just inhaling coffee aroma can reduce stress caused by sleep deprivation by altering over 12 brain genes.
Famous Figures and Their Lifelong Love of Coffee
Discover how 11 iconic figures—from Napoleon to Picasso—drank, lived, and created with coffee. Stats, stories, and cultural impact inside.
How Costa Rica Is Reviving Its Coffee Exports
After falling exports and climate challenges, Costa Rica is supporting growers and targeting new markets like Turkey and Tunisia.
Poverty Among Mexico’s Coffee Growers Exposed
Over 48% of people in Mexico’s top 10 coffee regions live in poverty, with rural incomes as low as $83/month. See the facts.