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How the Acaia Scale Improves Pour-Over Coffee Consistency
An Acaia smart scale tracks flow rate, timing, and brew data to help baristas achieve consistent pour-over results with precision.
How Many Cups of Coffee Should You Drink Daily?
Research shows benefits and risks vary by intake. Most adults should limit daily caffeine to 250mg—about 2–3 cups of coffee.
How Big Is China’s Coffee Market Really?
China’s coffee market grows 30% yearly, yet per capita consumption is just 0.01kg. Here’s what fuels its rapid expansion.
Starbucks Japan Turns Coffee Grounds Into Cow Feed
Starbucks Japan and Menicon have developed a lacto-fermentation tech that turns used coffee grounds into nutritious feed for dairy cows.
Ecuadorian Coffee: Flavor from the Equator
Ecuador grows both Arabica and Robusta beans. Discover its unique organic Galápagos coffee and floral highland blends.
Starbucks and Apple Offer Free App Downloads with Coffee Purchases
Buy coffee at Starbucks, get a card to redeem a free app download from the App Store. Here’s how the promotion worked.
Unlimited Free Coffee at Fox Coffee Shanghai
Fox Coffee offers unlimited free Guatemalan coffee with membership, plus up to 50% off roasted beans. The Shanghai flagship celebrates Mayan culture.
Why Most Crowdfunded Coffee Shops Fail to Turn a Profit
Most crowdfunded coffee shops struggle due to legal limits, weak governance, and unclear business models. Few achieve profitability under these structures.
Living Next to Starbucks in Guiyang
Starbucks has opened in Guiyang’s Hunter Plaza, offering a third space for locals to relax, socialize, and enjoy coffee in a familiar yet local setting.
Wireless Charging Cafés and Japan’s Disney Phone Release
Discover how Japanese cafés integrate wireless charging and learn about the new Disney-themed phone with built-in cuteness and features.
How Coffee Shops Can Build City Identity Through Culture
Learn how a coffee shop in Zhengzhou became a cultural landmark by blending German heritage, minority crafts, and storytelling into the urban experience.
Segafredo Zanetti Brings Italian Espresso to China
Italy’s top espresso brand, Segafredo Zanetti, has entered China via a new exclusive distributor agreement with Beijing Jieshengxing Trading.
Taipei to Launch Coffee Brewing and Roasting Certifications
Taipei’s labor bureau plans to introduce professional certifications for coffee brewing and roasting this year to support baristas and roasters.
New York’s First Japanese Maid Café Opens in Chinatown
Opened in 2013, New York City’s first self-proclaimed maid café welcomed customers in Chinatown for themed service and Japanese snacks.
How Japanese Cafés Compete With Unique Amenities
Japanese cafés now offer manga, cats, hot springs and tanning beds to stand out. Discover how these creative extras reshape café culture.
How Nestlé’s Model Boosted Yunnan Coffee Farming
Nestlé’s 1997 entry into Yunnan turned local farmers toward coffee, creating 25,000 jobs and producing 11,500 tons of beans last quarter.
Brazil May Sell Coffee Stockpile to Curb Rising Prices
Brazil may release 400,000 bags of government-stored coffee if prices stay above 400 BRL per bag after the July harvest.
Burundi Coffee Output Expected to Drop 50% This Year
Drought in May has severely impacted Burundi’s coffee harvest, with production projected to fall by half compared to previous years.
Russia’s Coffee Supply Rose 80% from 2009 to 2013
Between 2009 and 2013, Russia’s coffee supply jumped nearly 80%, hitting 12.55 metric tons by 2014. Imports made up over half, with roasted beans leading domestic consumption.
How Much American Wine Does China Import?
In 2013, China imported over 14.6 million litres of American wine, making it a major Asian market alongside Japan and Hong Kong.