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South Korea’s Coffee Consumption Keeps Climbing
South Koreans drank 24.2 billion cups of coffee in 2013—484 per person—with room to grow. See the market breakdown and where coffee is heading.
How Starbucks Grew and Nearly Fell from Overexpansion
Starbucks expanded from 1 store to 20,000+, but rapid growth led to diluted brand experience and financial trouble in 2008.
Why Coffee Bean Prices Fell But Starbucks May Still Raise Them
Arabica coffee bean prices dropped 29% in 2023, yet experts expect Starbucks to hike retail prices. Here’s why wholesale drops don’t mean cheaper cups.
Nicaragua Allocates $25M to Boost Coffee Production
Nicaragua will invest $25 million to help coffee farmers fight leaf rust and improve yields, offering $1 per quintal exported.
Colombian City Claims World Record With 13,800 Coffee Drinkers
Tunja, Colombia gathered 13,800 people for a coffee-drinking event, aiming to break the Guinness World Record.
Brazil Announces Coffee Production Aid Measures
Brazil’s government will buy 3 million bags of coffee at 343 BRL per bag to support farmers amid falling global prices.
How Specialty Coffee Pros Drive Sustainability
Since 2003, the SCAA’s Sustainability Council and CRedit360 software have helped 4,000+ coffee businesses track and reduce their environmental impact.
Fritz Storm Brings The Barista Camp to Shanghai
Fritz Storm and Maruyama host The Barista Camp in Shanghai Oct 29–31, sharing coffee tech, shop insights, and hands-on training.
Latin America Coffee Exports Rise 6.04% This Season
Exports from nine Latin American coffee-producing countries excluding Brazil grew 6.04% this harvest season compared to last year.
How a Hong Kong Barista Built a 495-Square-Foot Café at Home
In a 495-square-foot Hong Kong village house, barista EL transformed three tiny floors into a full café space inspired by British coffee culture.
How Buying Coffee for Others Boosts Your Happiness
A Canadian study shows buying coffee for someone else boosts happiness more than treating yourself—even with just $5. Here's why.
How Scientists Detect Fake Kopi Luwak Coffee
Japanese researchers found a compound in civet digestive tracts that identifies genuine Kopi Luwak, even after roasting.
Blossom One: The Smart Coffee Machine for Home Baristas
Meet the Blossom One, a $11,111 smart coffee machine designed by MIT alumni with QR code scanning and precision brewing controls.
Indonesia's Heavy Rains Push Robusta Coffee Stocks to 13-Year Low
Heavy rains in Indonesia and delayed Vietnam harvest push Robusta coffee stocks to lowest since 2000. Liffe futures may hit $2,000/ton by next month.
Starbucks Struggles to Gain Ground in India
A year after entering India, Starbucks has opened 24 stores but faces stiff local competition and pricing challenges.
Central America Coffee Rust Crisis Gets Taiwan Aid
Taiwan’s ICA is deploying plant pathologists and planning a regional plan to help Central American coffee farmers fight leaf rust disease.
Smallest US Town Sold, Now a Coffee Hub
The 9.9-acre town of Buford, Wyoming, was auctioned for $900,000 and is being turned into a coffee destination by Vietnamese businessman Nguyen Dinh Pham.
Brazil Coffee Crops Struggle Amid Extreme Heatwave
Brazil’s coffee heartland suffers worst January heat and drought in memory, pushing global futures up 26% in a week.
How Death Cafés Help People Face Mortality Over Coffee
Death cafés are informal gatherings where people drink coffee and discuss death. Originating in Switzerland, they now exist in over 30 countries with around 300 groups globally.
What’s Behind China’s First Specialty Coffee Salon?
Explore the launch of China’s first dedicated specialty coffee salon and what it means for the domestic coffee scene.