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Arabica Coffee Futures Hit One-Month Low on Brazil Rain Forecast
Arabica coffee futures dropped to a one-month low due to forecasted rain in Brazil, dollar strength, and technical selling. Prices settled at $1.8760 per pound.
How the Arist Coffee Machine Brews Specialty Coffee at Home
The Arist smart coffee machine lets you brew café-quality espresso and milk drinks at home using professional recipes via smartphone app.
Shamian's Former Police Station Turns Into Another Coffee Shop
The century-old Shamian No. 1 building, a national cultural relic, is being renovated again—this time reportedly into a coffee shop, marking its third major transformation in six years.
Nestlé Japan Deploying 1000 Robots to Sell Coffee Products
Nestlé Japan will roll out 1000 Pepper robots in retail stores by December, aiming to assist customers with coffee machine and capsule purchases.
China’s Coffee Beans Gain Global Attention Amid Brazil Shortfall
With Brazil’s output down, traders are betting on China’s Yunnan-grown arabica. A new Volcafe joint venture aims to export these beans globally.
Global Coffee Shortage Drives Interest in China’s Yunnan Beans
With Brazil’s coffee output down 20%, international buyers turn to China’s Yunnan region, now producing over 12,000 tonnes annually.
Why China Could Be the Next Big Coffee Futures Market
Veteran NY trader Michael Nugent predicts China will become a major player in global coffee futures, citing surging demand and investment.
Starbucks Reserve Debuts Four Single-Origin Coffees in China
Starbucks introduces four exclusive single-origin coffees in mainland China, each with distinct flavor profiles and unique farming stories.
New Rivalry Erupts Over Yunnan’s Coffee Exchange Plans
As harvest nears, two rival exchanges in Kunming and Pu’er battle for dominance, while Brazil’s shortfall may lift prices.
Volcafe Launches Yunnan Coffee Joint Venture
Commodity trader Volcafe partners with a Chinese firm to trade Yunnan-grown Arabica, aiming to diversify global coffee supply.
Kunming Aims to Be Asia’s Coffee Trading Hub
In 2014, Kunming launched a coffee trading center backed by provincial stakeholders aiming to become Asia’s hub for coffee trade.
Beijing Hosts First Coffee Carnival with WBC and WAC Competitions
The first Beijing Coffee Carnival on Dec 6–7 features 2015 WBC & WAC China qualifiers, plus community events for coffee fans.
How 50 People Crowdfunded a Coffee Shop in Fuzhou
Fifty investors each contributed 20,000 RMB to open a Fuzhou coffee shop via crowdfunding. Learn how small groups are funding cafes and other ventures through collective investment.
How a Former 'Bed Bar' Became Beijing’s First E-Commerce Café
David’s Coffee in Beijing’s historic Drum Tower district blends O2O retail with a 700-sq-ft café, offering a rare fusion of ecommerce and specialty coffee experience.
2015 WBC China Regionals: Nanjing Results Announced
The 2015 WBC China Qualifiers – Nanjing Division crowned its champion and runners-up, who will advance to the national finals in Shanghai.
2015 World AeroPress Championship Comes to Tianjin
Two winners from Tianjin advanced to nationals in the 2015 AeroPress Championship, earning a shot at competing in the US for the world title.
How Coca-Cola Is Returning to China’s Coffee Market
Coca-Cola is relaunching Georgia coffee in China, targeting young professionals with two tailored flavors. Here's why it matters.
Taiwan Coffee Festival Brings Back Traditional Roasting Methods
At Taiwan's 12th Coffee Festival, traditionalists are using old-school tools like iron pans and charcoal stoves to revive Japanese-era roasting techniques.
World Barista Championship China Regionals Come to Nanjing
Eighteen baristas compete over three days in Nanjing, each crafting espresso, cappuccino, and signature drinks in timed rounds. The winner heads to Shanghai.
How Guangzhou’s Coffee Shops Fuel Civic Action
A Guangzhou coffee shop brings together 32 activists over coffee to brainstorm solutions for homelessness, showing how public discourse can drive social change.