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Yunnan Arabica Becomes Key Ingredient in Blended Coffee Drinks
Yunnan-grown Arabica, known for mild flavor and fruitiness, is now a vital base for European coffee blends. Over 80,000 farmers grow it.
Why Are Korean-Run Cafés So Popular in China?
Korean-founded cafés like Café Bene, Zoo Coffee, and Magnolia won over Chinese urbanites with design, food, and cultural flair—not just coffee.
Politeness Affects Coffee Price at Australian Cafe
In New South Wales, Australia, a cafe charges less for polite requests. Saying 'please' and 'good morning' can save you up to $1 per coffee.
Why China Is Becoming a Major Arabica Coffee Producer
China’s Yunnan province now grows high-quality Arabica beans rivaling Central American origins, supplying global roasters and blending markets.
Where Artists Find Inspiration: Legendary Coffee Shops Around the World
Discover the historic cafés where artists like Van Gogh and Picasso found creative spark, and why these spots still inspire today.
How a Nonprofit Crowdfunded Coffee Shop Reflects Internet Power Structures
A unique Beijing alumni-run coffee shop reveals how open platforms balance decentralization and control—and what internet giants can learn from it.
Why Yunnan Is Becoming a Key Source of Specialty Arabica Coffee
China’s Yunnan province now supplies low-body, fruity Arabica beans used in European blends. Over 80,000 farmers grow coffee there.
Why Kunming Could Become Asia’s Coffee Trading Hub
Kunming aims to launch a centralized coffee exchange by the 2014 harvest, aiming to standardize trade and boost value for Yunnan-grown beans.
Why the World’s Coffee Supply Is at Risk
Over-reliance on a few genetic varieties and climate change threaten global coffee production. Scientists race to save your favorite brew.
China’s First IoT Coffee Launches With 30 Founders
The first 30 co-founders of China’s first IoT-focused coffee space have been announced, including executives from Huawei, IBM, and industry experts.
Yunnan Aims to Become Asia’s Coffee Trading Hub
Yunnan plans to build an international coffee exchange in Kunming, leveraging climate and cost advantages to boost Asia’s coffee trade.
How Scientists Hunt Coffee’s Super Genes to Fight Rust
Coffee rust threatens half of Central America’s coffee farms. Scientists race to find wild coffee genes that can create disease-resistant, climate-hardy varieties.
Taiwan Coffee Festival Draws Crowds to Yunlin’s Huashan
Thousands attended the 2014 Taiwan Coffee Festival in Yunlin’s Huashan, featuring farmer workshops, live music, and DIY coffee experiences over two weeks.
Coffee Chemicals May Help Prevent Tooth Decay
Research shows chlorogenic acid, nicotinic acid, and trigonelline in coffee can block cavity-causing bacteria from sticking to teeth.
Enamel Cups and Coffee: The Hidden Lead Risk
Drinking coffee or acidic drinks from enamelware may expose you to lead and other toxic metals. Here’s what the FDA warns.
Caffeine Explained: Why It’s Not Addiction
Caffeine wakes you up—but it’s not addictive. Learn how much is safe, where it comes from, and why coffee isn’t the culprit behind fatigue or bone loss.
How Coffee Makes People More Open to Persuasion
A study found that drinking coffee can make people more likely to change their minds—especially after consuming a moderate amount.
Scientists Turn Coffee Grounds Into Biodiesel Fuel
Used coffee grounds can produce over 340 million gallons of biodiesel yearly, says a US study. Researchers extracted oil at low cost using solvents.
How Experts Plan to Elevate Pu'er Coffee Brand
Learn how industry leaders aim to improve Pu'er coffee branding, fix market inefficiencies, and promote high-quality Yunnan beans globally.
Brazil Drought Didn’t Cause Coffee Bean Shortage
Despite severe drought in Brazil, Starbucks confirmed no shortage of coffee beans in 2015, with supply stable despite price spikes.