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Suzhou Consumes 400 Tons of Coffee Beans Annually
Suzhou’s coffee scene now includes over 1,600 cafés and 500 Western restaurants. Local data shows the city goes through more than 400 tons of coffee beans yearly.
A Day at Yuanse Café: Panama Geisha & Hawaiian Kona Tasting
A firsthand account of tasting Panama Geisha and Hawaiian Kona at Yuanse Café in Suzhou, noting their unique aromas, flavor progressions, and brewing observations.
How Howard Schultz Built Starbucks in China
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz reveals how the brand grew to nearly 1,200 stores in China, with plans to make it the second-largest market.
China’s First National Coffee Lab Opens in Yunnan
The first and only national coffee testing lab in China has been completed in Pu’er after a two-year build, filling a critical gap in the domestic industry.
Why Medical Experts Actually Recommend Coffee
Coffee isn’t bad for you—studies show it supports heart health, liver function, and even mood. Here’s what doctors really say.
Barisieur: Wake Up to Freshly Ground Coffee
This British-designed alarm clock coffee maker brews fresh drip coffee overnight, waking you with aroma and a ready cup.
How a Guatemalan Coffee Brand Teamed Up with an Indie Film
Discover how the Guatemalan-themed café 'Fire·Fox Coffee' partnered with Chinese indie film 'Where From, Where To' for a cinematic and coffee crossover event in Shanghai.
Why Coffee Makes You Sleepy: 6 Body Warning Signs
Feeling tired even after coffee? Your body may be overloaded. Here are 6 clear signals — including why caffeine stops working — when you've hit your limit.
How Tchibo and Opel Team Up for Coffee-Themed Car Marketing
Tchibo partners with German automaker Opel to offer a limited-edition Adam Jam and coffee perks with car purchases.
Why Ice Drip Coffee Is Trending This Summer
Ice drip coffee is gaining popularity for its smooth, sweet profile. Learn why this centuries-old method is captivating coffee lovers worldwide.
Arabica Coffee Futures Plunge 5.9% Amid Sugar Drop
ICE Arabica coffee futures fell 5.9% to $1.8125/lb, the biggest drop since May, as technical weakness hit prices. Sugar and cocoa also declined.
Colombia’s Coffee Production Sees 13% Growth in 2024
Colombia produced 6.8 million 60kg bags of coffee in the first seven months of 2024, up 13% year-on-year, driven by high-yield varieties and improved yields.
Brazil Approves Import of Insecticide to Fight Coffee Berry Borer
Brazil has authorized emergency import of DuPont’s Cyazypyr to tackle coffee berry borer in Minas Gerais, targeting infestations over 3%.
November Robusta Futures Jump 21 USD on Brazil Concerns
LIFFE’s November Robusta coffee futures rose 21 USD to 2048 USD per tonne, while Arabica hit four-week highs amid fears over Brazil’s 2015/16 crop.
How Cutting Wi-Fi Boosted Sales at a Vermont Cafe
When August First Coffee & Bakery disabled Wi-Fi at lunch, sales rose 10% and customer interaction improved — proving less screen time can mean more revenue.
Yawn-Powered Coffee Vending Machine at Airport
A Dutch roaster in South Africa installed a vending machine that gives free coffee in exchange for a yawn, using facial recognition tech.
Brazil Coffee Output Set for Third Straight Drop
Brazil’s coffee harvest may fall 18% to 40.1m bags this year, with more declines likely in 2025—driving global prices higher.
Has China Developed a Real Coffee Drinking Habit?
China’s coffee market is growing, but experts say true daily coffee demand hasn’t yet taken hold. Here’s what that means for consumers.
Coffee and Cocoa Futures Drop on Supply Outlook
ICE cocoa futures fell 4% this week to a 2013 low, while arabica coffee dropped on higher Brazil yield forecasts. Sugar also hit seven-month lows.
Korean-Style Cafés in Chengdu Face Franchise Tensions
Over 20 Korean-style cafés have opened in Chengdu in two years, but many franchises struggle with high costs and poor brand support.