Category: Coffee
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Square Mile Coffee Introduces Fruit Punch and Choc Ice
Square Mile Coffee has unveiled two new flavor-led innovations, Fruit Punch and Choc Ice, expanding its cold coffee offerings. These products cater to the growing cold coffee consumption trend, with consumers showing distinct preferences for cold brew and iced coffee. Fruit Punch, a bright and floral blend, combines Kamundu from Kenya and Bookkisa Washed from…
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Specialty Coffee Industry Adapts to Rising Costs in 2025
The specialty coffee industry is experiencing a transformative period, with managing costs emerging as a critical concern. This year has been marked by record coffee prices, inflation, trade disputes, and financial constraints, fostering an environment of volatility and uncertainty. Despite the industry’s resilience over the years, the challenges faced by coffee businesses in 2025 are…
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POS Systems Drive Growth in Saudi Hospitality Sector
In the evolving landscape of Saudi Arabia’s economy, the hospitality sector, particularly restaurants and cafes, has experienced significant growth driven by demographic shifts, changing consumer preferences, and policy reforms aligned with Vision 2030. The emergence of Point-of-Sale (POS) systems has played a pivotal role in supporting the expansion of this sector, enhancing financial transactions and…
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Jamaica Blue Unveils Sustainable Store Design at Perth Airport
Jamaica Blue, a renowned café franchise with over 30 years of experience, has embarked on a new journey by introducing a sustainable and stylish store design concept in Australia. The recent unveiling of this innovative design at Perth International Airport’s Terminal 1 marks a significant step towards enhancing the customer experience and operational efficiency across…
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FAO and GIZ Enhance Traceability in Vietnam’s Coffee and Rubber Sectors
In May 2025, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) initiated a project in Vietnam, funded by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), to enhance traceability and sustainability in the country’s coffee and rubber sectors. This project aimed to bolster forest monitoring, increase transparency in the supply chain, and enhance the…
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Allegra Report: Global Coffee Trends 2025 Unveiled
Project Café Global 2025, the annual review by Allegra World Coffee Portal, offers a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in the branded coffee shop sector worldwide. This report encapsulates key findings from extensive research conducted over the past year, shedding light on industry trends, consumer behaviors, and insights from key industry figures. Breville the…
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Queensland’s Coffee Mentality Wins Top Honors at National Competition
Australia, known for its coffee culture, recently crowned the best coffee for 2025 at a prominent national competition. The prestigious Sydney Royal Fine Food Show, highlighting products made predominantly with local ingredients, awarded Queensland’s Coffee Mentality as the ‘Champion Coffee.’ This victory celebrated the brand’s commitment to using 100% single-origin Australian-grown blends. Byron Bay Coffee…
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Global Coffee Industry Adapts to Trump’s Tariff Turmoil
The global coffee industry is facing significant disruptions following Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on coffee imports. Initially imposing a blanket 10% tariff, the policy quickly evolved into more complex and selective measures targeting countries with trade imbalances, such as major robusta exporters like Vietnam and Indonesia. The subsequent 90-day pause on tariff rates amid mounting…