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The Origins of Specialty Coffee
Learn how the term 'specialty coffee' was coined in 1974 by Erna Knutsen and what made it distinct from commercial coffee.
How Coffee Shops Became Social Hubs in the Middle East
Explore how coffee culture spread from Ethiopia to the Middle East and evolved into a key part of social life in cafés.
How Shanghai Cafés Serve Culture Through Coffee Service
Discover how Shanghai cafés like Ino Coffee reflect cultural service values through language, atmosphere, and community events—beyond just brewing coffee.
The Right Way to Hold a Coffee Cup and Other Etiquette Tips
Learn how to properly hold a coffee cup, add sugar, stir with a spoon, and avoid common faux pas while enjoying post-meal coffee.
Is Drinking 3 Cups of High-Quality Coffee a Day Safe?
Yes, up to 300mg of caffeine daily is safe for most. That typically means 3 cups of quality coffee — here’s what that means.
Nespresso’s Dhjana: First AAA-Limited Espresso Blend
Nespresso’s new Dhjana is its first-ever limited espresso blend crafted entirely under the AAA Sustainable Quality Program. Discover its unique flavor profile.
How Xinglong Coffee Is Roasted in Hainan
Learn how Hainan’s famous Xinglong coffee is roasted with sugar, salt, and butter using Southeast Asian techniques for bold flavor.
How to Find Your Perfect Single Origin Coffee
Explore how origin, roast level, and brewing shape your ideal single origin cup—no guesswork, just facts.
How Xinglong Coffee Is Roasted in Hainan
Xinglong Coffee’s bold flavor comes from unique roasting with sugar, salt, and butter. Learn how Hainan’s signature beans are processed today.
How to Drink Instant and Roast Coffee Properly
Find out the right way to brew roast coffee and prepare instant coffee, with clear steps for both methods and key product differences.
Do Larger or Smaller Coffee Beans Taste Better?
Larger beans often taste better, especially when evenly grown and roasted. But bean size alone doesn’t determine flavor—uniformity and density matter more.
How to Hand Pick Coffee Beans Like a Pro
Hand picking removes defects that ruin coffee flavor. Learn why pros inspect beans twice—before and after roasting—and what to look for.
Common Coffee Defects: Types and Effects Explained
Learn how moldy, underripe, insect-damaged, and other defective coffee beans affect flavor—and how to spot them before brewing.
COSTA Opens First Store in Foshan with Chinese-Style Design
In May 2012, COSTA opened its first store in Foshan, featuring a unique blend of Cantonese architectural elements and British café culture.
Traditional Coffee Processing Methods in Yunnan
Discover how Yunnan’s old-school coffee makers still use wood-fired roasting and manual processing to create distinctive, acid-stable brews.
Yunnan Coffee Spot Exchange to Launch in Kunming by Late August
A Yunnan coffee spot exchange may begin trading in Kunming by end-August, offering price stability and financial tools for local farmers.
How 24-Hour Bookstores Combine Coffee and Culture
Explore how 24-hour bookstores like Beijing’s Sanlian and Hangzhou’s Yuelanshu integrate coffee and culture to thrive beyond normal hours.
Flying Robot Makes Coffee and More at Home
Meet Yura, a flying home robot that prepares coffee, tea, and cocktails on command — with temperature control and health-aware meal options.
How Coffee Before Workout Boosts Fat Burn by 15%
Drinking coffee pre-workout improves circulation, reduces muscle soreness, boosts memory, protects muscles, and enhances fuel efficiency. Here’s how.
Starbucks’ Highest-Calorie Drinks Rated Worst Coffee Options
Two Starbucks blended drinks top a list of the worst coffee beverages due to extreme calorie counts—up to 640 calories per serving.