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What Your Coffee Choice Says About Your Personality
A UK study of 1,000 coffee drinkers reveals how your go-to brew reflects traits like perfectionism, people-pleasing, or procrastination.
Why Many Africans Don’t Drink Coffee Despite Its Origins
African coffee farmers rarely drink coffee themselves due to tradition, economics, and lack of local roasting culture.
15 Traditional Chinese Medicine Benefits of Drinking Coffee
Discover how traditional Chinese medicine links coffee to 15 health benefits, from mental clarity to anti-aging, based on flavor and body effects.
How Researchers Turned Coffee Grounds Into Alcoholic Drink
Portuguese and Galician researchers brewed a 40% ABV coffee alcohol using spent grounds—here’s how it works and what it tastes like.
5 Taiwanese Cafés with Cute Cartoon Latte Art
Discover five cafés in Taiwan serving latte art featuring beloved cartoon characters like Hello Kitty, Line friends, and Snoopy.
How to Create a Cozy Coffee Corner at Home
Discover 4 classic coffee corner setups and essential tips to craft your own relaxing home coffee space with plants, lighting, and furniture.
Coffee vs Green Tea: Which Has More Caffeine?
A lab test shows green tea typically contains more caffeine than instant coffee. Fresh coffee beans have higher caffeine than instant too.
Zhejiang Cafe Charges ¥1 Air Purification Fee Per Customer
A Hangzhou café charges each guest ¥1 for its 8 air purifiers running 24/7. Owner says it’s about air quality, not profit.
Top 10 Global Coffee Shop Brands You Should Know
Discover the world’s top 10 coffee shop brands, from Starbucks to FrontStreet Coffee, and find out what makes each one unique.
How Coffee Beer Is Driving Cafe Innovation
Coffee beer blends roasted beans with craft brewing. Learn how Modern Times and others innovate with barrel-aged beans and hybrid flavors.
How to Become an Excellent Barista: Beyond Latte Art
Being an excellent barista means more than just latte art. Discover the skills, mindset, and daily discipline required to truly excel.
Tokyo Cat Café MoCHA Draws Fans with Adorable Feeding Time
A newly opened cat café in Tokyo’s Ikebukuro district has gone viral for its kittens lining up to eat twice daily—here’s how to visit.
Brazil Eliminates Import Taxes on Coffee and Coffee Machines
As of April 1, 2024, Brazil has removed all import tariffs on coffee and coffee machines to boost trade and attract investment.
How Much Coffee Should You Drink for Health?
Healthy adults should stick to two or three cups daily. Pregnant women and those on medication should limit intake or avoid it altogether.
10 Key Questions Before Opening a Specialty Coffee Shop
Thinking of opening a coffee shop? Here are 10 essential considerations every aspiring café owner must address before investing.
2015 Latte Art Champion Wang Xuechao’s Winning Designs Explained
Discover the creative vision behind the 2015 latte art champion’s three award-winning pours: a tulip, a freepour, and a pursuit scene.
Top 10 Most Coffee-Loving Places Around the World
Discover the 10 most iconic coffee destinations worldwide, from Rome’s historic cafes to Hawaii’s working plantations.
How Beijing and Shanghai Startup Cafés Differ
Startup cafés in Beijing and Shanghai share common goals but differ in costs, industry focus, and local culture. Here’s what sets them apart.
The Canadiano Wooden Coffee Maker: A Single-Serve Brewing Tool
A handcrafted wooden coffee maker designed for single-serve Canadian-style brewing, using a replaceable cone filter and no paper.
2015 Shanghai Coffee Expo Championship Winners
Discover the top finishers in the 2015 Shanghai Coffee Expo’s global coffee competitions, including World Barista, Latte Art, Cup Tasters, Pour Over, and Brewers Cup.