Coffee Industry
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
Who Is Hougu Coffee? China’s First National Coffee Brand
Hougu Coffee is China’s first large-scale domestic coffee brand, recognised as a national famous trademark in 2013. Learn its cultural roots and market role.
How illy Makes Its Signature Espresso Blend
Discover how illy sources, tests, and blends 100% Arabica beans to produce its globally sold espresso, with quality control down to individual beans.
The Origins and Brand Story of Nestlé Coffee
Learn how Nestlé coffee began in 1938, its journey through WWII, and how it became a global staple with millions of cups consumed daily.
Old Street White Coffee: Malaysia’s Iconic Low-Acid Brew
Discover why Old Street White Coffee from Ipoh is beloved for its smooth, low-acid taste and unique brewing tradition.
Hong Kong’s First Starbucks Reserve Coffee Experience Bar Opens in Mong Kok
Starbucks has opened its first Reserve Coffee Experience Bar in Hong Kong at Mong Kok, offering rare brew methods and 1% elite Arabica beans.
How Costa Lost China’s Coffee Chain Race to Starbucks and Pacific Coffee
Costa lost ground in China's competitive coffee market due to unclear branding, while Pacific Coffee overtook it as the second-largest chain.
Kopi Luwak Coffee’s Comeback in China’s Booming Market
Kopi Luwak, once controversial, is making a comeback in China with over 110 stores nationwide. Here’s how it’s positioning itself in the fast-growing market.
How Startup Cafés in China Nurtured Entrepreneurs and Coffee Culture
Explore how Chinese startup cafés like 3W and Garage Café combined coffee with resources for founders, investors, and tech talent during the entrepreneurial boom.
Lhasa’s Best Alternative Cafés and Bars You Should Visit
Looking for more than just a coffee shop in Lhasa? Discover the city’s top alternative cafés and bars offering music, drinks, and unique vibes.
How Philz Coffee Grew from One SF Shop to 19 Locations
Phil Jaber turned a single Mission District coffee shop into a 19-location chain by focusing on slow-brewed, hand-poured filter coffee.
How to Choose the Perfect Venue for Your Coffee-Themed Party
From stylish Western restaurants to specialty coffee shops, discover the best venues for hosting your next creative or upscale gathering.
Inside Japan’s First All-White Starbucks Café
Tokyo’s White Winter Starbucks is Japan’s first fully white Starbucks, featuring a custom winter menu and a soundproofed snow-field design.
Hidden Specialty Coffee Shop in an Industrial Park Serves Fresh Pancakes
Tucked in a Taoyuan industrial zone, Alpha Coffee & Tea serves single-origin pour-overs, fresh-baked pancakes, and sells beans and gear — perfect for office workers.
How Mokambo Became Italy’s Legendary Coffee Brand
Founded in 1972, Mokambo grew from a small Italian roastery into a global coffee supplier with strict quality controls and a full product range.
How to Enjoy a Slow, Coffee-Fueled Life in Yunnan
Discover how to embrace Yunnan’s famously unhurried lifestyle, from reading in sunlit cafés to exploring natural hot springs.
Shadows & Streams: French Lunch at Shangri-La’s Café Lodge
A hidden guesthouse near Songtsam Benzilan blends French dining, Tibetan design, and highland coffee in a serene mountain retreat.
4 Healing Cat Cafés to Visit in Taiwan
Discover four top-rated cat cafés in Taipei that blend cozy coffee with adorable cats—perfect for travelers seeking comfort and connection.
How China’s First Homegrown Coffee Brand Was Built
Discover how Hougu Coffee became China’s first national-scale coffee brand, rooted in traditional philosophy and backed by over 100,000 acres of high-altitude farms.
Moscow’s Pushkin Café: Luxury Desserts & Coffee Culture
Pushkin Café in Moscow blends French patisserie with Russian elegance. Discover its famed strawberry Charlotte and Russian Tiramisu-like cake.
Nestlé Coffee: Brand Origins, Investment & Logo Story
Learn how Nestlé built its coffee business in China, its R&D investments, and the story behind the iconic Nestlé Coffee logo.