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New Coffee Drink Standard Takes Effect in December
China’s first national coffee beverage standard, GBT 30676-2014, launches in December 2014 to regulate coffee content and ensure product authenticity.
How Central American Farms Turn Coffee Wastewater Into Energy
Coffee farms in Central America now generate biogas from wastewater, cutting emissions and saving water. Here’s how the system works.
Brazil Weather Chaos Drives Coffee Futures Up 77%
Brazil’s extreme weather slashes coffee output, triggering a 77% surge in futures. Here’s what that means for global supply and prices.
Costa Rica Coffee Harvest to Rise 4.5% This Season
Costa Rica’s coffee production is expected to rise 4.5% this harvest season, easing price pressures after two years of rust-driven declines.
November Robusta Futures Rise $21 to $2,048 per Ton
November Robusta coffee futures closed at $2,048 per ton after rising $21, or 1%. Meanwhile, concerns over Brazil’s crop hit Arabica prices.
Starbucks Concept Store Inspired by the Original Central Bank
Starbucks’ 'The Bank' in Amsterdam is modeled after the Netherlands’ original central bank, blending heritage architecture with modern coffee retail.
Starbucks Store Designed Like an Art Gallery in New Orleans
A New Orleans Starbucks features custom ironwork lighting, jazz-themed decor, and hand-painted window art by local artists, blending coffee culture with local artistry.
Scotland’s Smallest Coffee Booth Is a 0.8-Square-Metre Red Phone Box
A red telephone booth in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, has been turned into a 0.8-square-metre self-serve coffee and info hub with 24-hour access.
Coffee Shop Built Like a Giant Coffee Cup
Discover the unique coffee shop shaped like a massive cup — where design meets function and every sip feels part of the experience.
Japan’s New Bird-Themed Cafés Offer Sound and Sight
Tokyo’s latest bird cafés let guests enjoy coffee while listening to live birdsong, offering a multisensory café experience beyond just visuals.
Nara Student Café Builds Sino-Japanese Coffee Bridge
A Chinese grad student in Nara used a university grant to open a specialty coffee pop-up serving Chinese desserts and showcasing hometown photos.
Panda-Themed Coffee Shop in Japan Serves More Than Just Coffee
Inside Panda Coffee in Japan, every corner is filled with panda-themed decor, accessories, and edible goods. Discover how this café celebrates its love for pandas.
The Growers Cup Coffee Brewer: A Filter-and-Brew-in-One Solution
This single-use filter-brewer combo from Growers Cup uses 26g of specialty coffee and simulates a French press method for easy travel brewing.
Mr. Coffee Smart Coffeemaker Connects to IoT and Tracks Cleaning
Mr. Coffee’s new Smart Coffeemaker connects to Wi-Fi, tracks brew time, and reminds users when to clean. It launches next month.
KoKo Coffee Rises as China’s Third-Largest Brand
With annual growth of 30–40%, KoKo Coffee has become China’s third-largest coffee brand, driven by premium espresso drinks.
How 58 Coffee Shop Owners Lost $25,000 in One Year
A crowd-funded coffee shop in China raised $4,300 from 58 people, but lost $25,000 in 14 months. Here’s why group-run cafés often fail.
What Is the International Coffee Organization (ICO)?
Founded in 1962, the ICO coordinates global coffee trade among 51 producing and consuming nations to stabilize markets and improve quality.
Hainan Promotes Local Coffee at 2014 Guangzhou Travel Expo
Hainan showcased its coffee culture at the 2014 Guangzhou Travel Expo, drawing crowds to its booth with rich aroma and local flavors.
How Coffee May Lower Suicide Risk by Up to 50%
Harvard research finds adults drinking 2–4 cups of coffee daily have up to 50% lower suicide risk, thanks to neurochemical effects.
Costa Rica Coffee Output Set to Rise 4.5%
Costa Rica’s coffee harvest is forecast to grow 4.5% this season, easing upward pressure on global arabica prices.