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What Is Honey Process Coffee?
Honey processed coffee skips the water wash to retain fruit sugars, creating sweet, syrupy beans. Learn how it’s done and why it’s loved in espresso.
How to Spot Fresh Coffee Beans by Sight and Smell
Learn how to assess coffee bean freshness by smell and sight before buying—especially when the bag is sealed. Key tips inside.
Ninety Plus Coffee Lands Official Distributor in Mainland China
Kunming Jiesi Trade becomes the official mainland China distributor for Ninety Plus Coffee, offering better access, pricing, and expertise.
Pacific Coffee Launches Seasonal Waffles in March
Discover Pacific Coffee’s March limited-edition waffles: Classic and Double Berry, paired with coffee for just 58 RMB. Available in select stores until April 7.
Lam Tung Yuan’s 2014 Coffee Courses: Management, Pour-Over, Latte Art
Learn café management, pour-over brewing, and latte art from Lam Tung Yuan in Shanghai and Xi’an, April 16–21, 2014. Includes pricing, schedules, and instructor bio.
How Pacific Coffee Made Crystal Zongzi with Specialty Flavors
Explore Pacific Coffee’s four crystal zongzi flavors—peanut, red bean, matcha, and purple yam—each with a unique emotional story and texture for the Dragon Boat Festival.
Third Hainan Fushan Cup: International Baristas Spotlight
Meet the 20+ global baristas competing at the 3rd Hainan Fushan Cup, including past champions from Korea, Japan, Thailand, and more.
The Barista Camp Returns to Shanghai in August 2014
Find out when and where The Barista Camp 2014 takes place, who the expert trainers are, and how past attendees boosted their competition success.
2014 First South China Coffee Cupping Championship in Guangzhou
The inaugural South China Coffee Cupping Championship took place in Guangzhou in late June 2014, aiming to promote quality coffee assessment skills.
How Major Coffee Chains Plan to Expand in China
Starbucks, Costa, and Café Bene aim to grow rapidly in China, despite slowing retail growth, targeting major cities like Beijing and Shanghai.
Yunnan to Launch 20,000-Ton Instant Coffee Line in 2024
Yunnan plans to start production of 20,000 tons of instant coffee annually from next year, solidifying its role as China’s top coffee-growing region.
How Water Quality Determines Your Coffee's Flavor
Water chemistry—especially mineral content—affects coffee taste more than you think. UK chemist Christopher Hendon explains why.
Africa's Coffee Demand Drives Global Supply Tightness
Brazil's drought-hit output and rising African local coffee consumption are pushing global bean supply to a crunch point.
Green Tea and Coffee Cut Stroke Risk by Up to 35%
Drinking green tea or coffee daily—especially 2–3 cups—can lower your stroke risk by 14–35%, says a 13-year Japanese study of 82,000 adults.
Is Instant Coffee Carcinogenic? What Science Says
Instant coffee contains acrylamide, a possible carcinogen. Here’s what research shows and how much is in your cup.
Summer Coffee: Price, Wi-Fi, and Amenities Compared
We tested 7 CBD coffee chains in Guangzhou for pricing, Wi-Fi speed, snacks, and facilities. Prices vary by ¥10, and some Wi-Fi is nearly unusable.
Why Korean Cafés Succeed So Well Globally
Korean-run cafés like Caffè Bene and Zoo Coffee thrive due to design, food focus, and cultural branding—here’s how.
How Pu'er Became China’s Leading Coffee Region
Pu'er has grown into China’s top coffee region with the largest plantings, best environment, and highest production—here’s how it happened.
Why Yunnan Coffee Farmers Earn More Than Tea Growers
Farmers in China’s Yunnan province now earn 2–3x more from coffee than tea. See how Pu’er became China’s top coffee region.
How Costa Coffee Is Challenging Starbucks in China
Costa aims to overtake Starbucks in China with 2,500 planned stores by 2018. Its expansion strategy, roast profile, and store experience set it apart.