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Aix Coffee Opens Tenth Shop in Shenzhen
Founded in 2008, French-inspired Aix Coffee has established ten locations in Shenzhen, including its newest at Shopping Park with curated coffee and pastries.
How Much Coffee Is Too Much? Health Risks of Overconsumption
Too much caffeine can harm your heart, stomach, and kidneys. Here’s the safe daily limit and how coffee affects your body.
Yunnan Coffee Gets Traceable IDs Through Farm Registry
A leading Yunnan coffee company assigns unique traceability data to each farm, letting buyers scan QR codes to see origin, altitude, and variety.
Why Children Should Avoid Low-Dose Caffeine in Drinks
Even small amounts of caffeine—like those in half a soda or a cup of coffee—affect kids' heart rate and blood pressure, especially boys.
The Origins and Cultivation of Coffee According to Starbucks
Learn where coffee originated, how it’s grown, and how Starbucks sources and ethically purchases its beans — with key details on arabica and Robusta.
Italian Space Coffee Machine Delivers Espresso in Zero Gravity
Lavazza and Argotec’s ISSpresso machine will send real Italian espresso to astronauts aboard the ISS in November, using capsules and steel tubing.
Taiwan Coffee Found With Ochratoxin A, Within EU Limits
Four Taiwanese coffee products tested positive for low levels of ochratoxin A, but remain under safe limits aligned with EU standards.
Moho Blue Mountain Farm: Jamaica’s Hidden Coffee Gem
Learn why Moho Blue Mountain farm in Jamaica produces rare, high-quality beans with deep roots in the region’s history and terrain.
Guatemalan Coffee Farms: Where Quality Comes From
Explore Guatemala’s top coffee farms in Antigua, Huehuetenango, and San Marcos, where elevation, soil, and careful processing create elite single origins.
Mavis Bank Central Factory: Jamaica’s Historic Coffee Mill
Learn how Mavis Bank Central Factory processes Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee, from its 1923 founding to today’s annual exports of 4,000–6,000 barrels.
What Makes Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee So Special?
Learn why Jamaica Blue Mountain is among the rarest and most expensive coffees, from its strict production zone to limited global supply.
El Salvador: The Rising Specialty Coffee Star of Latin America
Discover how El Salvador’s high-altitude volcanic soils and renewed stability are producing standout specialty coffees with bright, complex profiles.
How Yunnan Civet Coffee Is Made: Kopi Luwak Process
Learn how Yunnan civet coffee, also known as kopi luwak, is produced in China. Discover the process, yield, and what makes it different.
Why Are Coffee Bean Prices Soaring in China?
Brazil’s drought and rising demand have pushed global coffee prices up over 80% since March. Yunnan beans have jumped nearly 70% too.
What Is Kenya’s Top Peaberry Coffee Bean?
Kenya’s PB (peaberry) coffee beans—especially the elite 'PB Top' grade—are rare, round mutant beans known for intense citrus, blackberry, and wine-like brightness. Here’s what sets them apart.
What Affects Your Pour-Over Coffee? Key Factors Explained
Your pour-over coffee’s flavor depends on six key variables: coffee choice, grind, water, temperature, brew time, and dose ratio. Here’s how each matters.
What Makes a Good Cup of Coffee
A veteran coffee enthusiast shares six key traits of a great cup: freshness, aroma, balance, flavor, mouthfeel, and aftertaste.
What Makes a Good Cup of Specialty Coffee?
Discover what truly defines specialty coffee — flavor, origin, and the philosophy behind the term beyond marketing hype.
La Minita Coffee and Fair Trade Explained
Learn how La Minita Coffee supports fair trade and what makes its production model different from conventional sourcing in just a few key facts.
What Is Real Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee?
Learn what makes Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee unique — its legal definition, true flavor, proper roast level, and how to brew it right.