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Taiwan Convenience Stores Sell Pour-Over Coffee for NT$60
Taiwan’s convenience stores now offer pour-over coffee for NT$60, taking four minutes to brew—twice as long as standard espresso drinks.
Why Don’t Africans Drink Much Coffee?
Despite being the birthplace of coffee, most Africans rarely drink it daily—here’s why farmers in Uganda prefer selling over sipping.
Korean Adults Drink 341 Cups of Coffee Annually
South Korea's adult coffee consumption hit 341 cups per person last year, up 14.4%, with imports nearing $600 million.
How Hidenori Izaki Won the 2014 WBC Championship
The 2014 World Barista Champion Hidenori Izaki shares his path to victory, from Japan to Australia, and his coffee philosophy.
Alfred Peet: The Godfather of Specialty Coffee
Learn how Dutch-born Alfred Peet revolutionized American coffee culture, inspiring Starbucks and shaping modern specialty coffee.
The Best Time to Drink Coffee Is 9:30–11:30 AM
US scientists found that drinking coffee between 9:30 and 11:30 AM aligns with your cortisol cycle for optimal alertness.
Drinking 3 Cups of Coffee Daily Cuts Basal Cell Carcinoma Risk by 20%
A Harvard study finds drinking three or more cups of coffee per day lowers basal cell carcinoma risk by up to 20%, especially in women. Other skin cancers are unaffected.
Yunnan to Build Premium Coffee Processing Hub in Pu’er
A new 100,000 sqm premium coffee processing park in Pu’er, Yunnan, will cluster storage, milling, export, and R&D under one roof by 2017.
Why Americano Is the Most Popular Coffee in Cafés
Americano is loved for its balanced flavor, strong espresso aroma, and great value—often cheaper than lattes with more volume.
Why Two-Thirds of Korean Seniors Drink Coffee Daily
New research shows 65–74 year olds in South Korea drink coffee daily at a 61.9% rate—up from 36.4% a decade ago. Here's the data.
How Coffee Lowers Depression Risk in Women by 20%
Drinking 4 cups of coffee daily may reduce depression risk in women by 20%, according to a Harvard study of over 50,000 women aged 63 on average.
10 Most Influential People in Specialty Coffee
Discover the 10 individuals who shaped specialty coffee, from filmmakers to World Barista Champions and roaster-founders.
Why Are Coffee Prices So High in China?
High rent, low coffee material costs, and market pricing habits drive China’s expensive but often low-quality coffee scene.
Why Is Coffee So Expensive in China?
High rent, low coffee material costs, and market factors drive China’s surprisingly pricey cups—often without better quality.
How Bulletproof Coffee Became a Silicon Valley Weight Loss Trend
Learn how butter and MCT oil in coffee helped fuel the Bulletproof Coffee trend, its origin in Tibetan butter tea, and its 460+ calorie ketogenic formula.
8 Proven Health Benefits of Drinking Coffee
Research shows coffee reduces mortality and prevents major diseases — here’s what science actually says about your daily cup.
Butter Coffee: The UK-US Trend for Fat-Burning Brews
Butter coffee, a high-fat, low-carb drink with grass-fed butter, is trending in the UK and US as a meal replacement and weight-loss aid.
COSTA Launches Harry Potter-Themed Latte Art in UK Literary Campaign
From March 6, select COSTA locations serve cappuccinos and mochas with latte art inspired by British literary icons, including Harry Potter’s round glasses.
Why McDonald’s and McCafé Should Split Up
McDonald’s and McCafé operate under one brand, but combining fast food with specialty coffee is a major misstep. Here's why they should separate.
KFC Launches 10 Yuan Freshly Ground Coffee in Guangzhou
KFC now sells 10 yuan freshly brewed coffee in over 160 Guangzhou outlets, using 100% Arabica beans ground in-store.