Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key takeaways Co-fermented coffees offer bold, obvious flavours that challenge traditionally processed coffees. Some consider co-fermentation as a shortcut to...

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key takeaways Younger consumers often consider black filter coffee “too simple”. Only 18% of US consumers now prefer to drink...

Key takeaways: Gen Z prefers customised, cold, visually appealing drinks over traditional coffee. Specialty coffee terminology alienates younger consumers seeking accessibility and convenience. Gen Z...

Mintel’s 2026 global food and drink predictions include protein-packed ingredients, multi-sensory menu items, and a focus on nostalgia and familiarity. Social media feeds are full...

Crowdfunding – the practice of quickly raising capital from a large pool of backers – isn’t new to specialty coffee, but it’s becoming an increasingly...

In recent years, drink customisation has evolved from a novelty into a strategic cornerstone for coffee shops around the world. Gen Z consumers, in particular,...

Specialty coffee shops have two essential purposes: to serve excellent coffee and offer exceptional customer service. But as global specialty coffee consumption has grown, the...

This year has been one of the most momentous for the specialty coffee industry. Record coffee prices, rising inflation rates, a global trade war, and...

High coffee prices, sustained over the last two years and reaching a new record in February 2025, are a lasting reality for the industry. Roasters...

The specialty coffee market has grown exponentially throughout the last decade, bringing about significant changes in consumer preferences, company culture, and market trends.  In an...

The trend towards beverage customisation is reshaping the coffee industry, driven by indulgence, value for money, and aesthetics. Consumers, especially Gen Z, increasingly want to...

In a market underpinned by single origins and micro lots, blends have become a standout option in specialty coffee in recent years. Often considered “better...

In the wake of rising costs, coffee shops and roasters have grappled with a number of challenges over the last few years. Following the pandemic,...

In an increasingly interconnected world, our food systems have become more and more global. Many of us consume fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients produced thousands...

In coffee shops the world over, for obvious reasons, many baristas emphasise the importance of coffee quality – including for milk-based beverages. Without excellent, well-prepared...

Whether you like it or not, decaf coffee is immensely popular for an obvious reason: some people want (or may need) to reduce their caffeine...