Coffee Industry
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
How to Clean a Home Coffee Machine Daily
Keep your home espresso machine in top shape with these essential daily cleaning steps to maintain flavor and performance.
How Drip Coffee and Drip Bags Are Changing China’s Specialty Market
Handbrewed pour-over coffee grew over 15% yearly; discover why drip bags became popular and how the market evolved.
How Puerto Rico Is Returning to Specialty Coffee
Once a major coffee producer, Puerto Rico now revives its industry through shade-grown practices, farmer training, and smallholder-led quality efforts.
Dallmayr Coffee: Munich’s Historic Luxury Roaster Since 1700
Ranked fifth in Germany’s 2004 coffee market, Dallmayr began selling coffee in 1930 from its Munich deli, now famed for Prodomo blend and Ethiopian beans.
The British Tradition Behind Wedgwood Coffee
Explore the 250-year history of Wedgwood coffee ceramics and how they shaped British coffee culture with elegance and craftsmanship.
Top 10 Global Coffee Brands in 2015 Including Grandos and DEK
Discover the 2015 ranking of the world’s top 10 coffee brands, including Germany’s Grandos and DEK Coffee, known for instant and premium blends.
How Germany's KreisKaffee Pioneered Vacuum-Sealed Instant Coffee
Discover how KreisKaffee, founded in 1963 Germany, developed the world’s first vacuum-packaged instant coffee, leading to its popularity across Europe and Eastern Bloc.
Top 10 Global Coffee Brands in 2015
Discover the world’s top 10 coffee companies in 2015, led by Italy’s Lavazza, the dominant force in global coffee production.
Top 10 Global Coffee Brands in 2015, Including UCC
Discover the world’s top 10 coffee brands in 2015, led by Japan’s UCC, and learn how global coffee consumption evolved post-Europe.
How Maxwell Became a Global Coffee Brand
Learn how Maxwell House, founded in 1892, became one of the world’s top coffee brands and how it entered the Chinese market.
Top 10 Global Coffee Brands in 2015: The Oldest is Danish Royal Copenhagen
Discover the top 10 global coffee brands in 2015, led by Denmark’s Royal Copenhagen—the oldest and most prestigious in the ranking.
How Coffee Became a Global Staple and What Nescafé Means in China
Discover how coffee evolved from a European luxury to a mass-market drink, and learn how Nescafé became a major player in China’s coffee culture.
Top 10 Global Coffee Brands in 2015 Including Starbucks
Discover the 2015 ranking of the world’s top 10 coffee brands, led by Starbucks, and learn why Chinese coffee drinkers often prefer flavored drinks over pure espresso.
Nicaragua Honey Process Coffee from Jim Molina Estate
Learn how Nicaragua’s Madriz region produces smooth, mildly acidic honey process coffee with rich volcanic soil and shaded growth.
Why China’s Coffee Market Has Huge Growth Potential
China’s coffee market is booming due to a large and growing consumer base, especially in Shanghai. Here’s why the demand keeps rising.
Global Cafés Expand in Shanghai’s Competitive Coffee Scene
Over 5,000 cafés compete in Shanghai, with global and local brands driving rapid growth and high turnover in the city’s $20B coffee market.
How Coffee Origin Impacts Flavor in Your Cup
Explore how coffee flavor varies by origin, from Brazil’s sweetness to Ethiopia’s bright acidity—key traits of top global coffee-growing regions.
What Is Coffee Extraction? The Science Behind Your Brew
Coffee extraction is how water pulls soluble compounds from coffee grounds. Learn how much is ideal—and why balance matters.
The Origins of Coffee in China: Yunnan, Hainan, and Taiwan
China’s major coffee-growing regions are Yunnan, Hainan, and Taiwan. Learn how each developed its unique coffee culture and varieties.
10 Key Questions on Running a Profitable Coffee Shop
Boost cafe revenue and achieve income balance with practical tips on traffic, pricing, marketing, costs, and staff retention.