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British Airways announces Birchall as its new tea provider
Birchall tea will be served on British Airways from 1 May – its Great Rift English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Peppermint, Camomile and others will be included in the lineup.
La Prima Espresso Company expands with new location in Oakland
La Prima Espresso Company has announced the opening of its fifth caffè location at 3400 Fifth Avenue in Oakland.
The SCA and CQI announce new partnership
The Specialty Coffee Association and the Coffee Quality Institute are collaborating to provide better support and education to the coffee industry.
Barista Espresso celebrates 25 years with the launch of “The Master Blend”
In celebration of 25 years of crafting coffee experiences, Barista Espresso has unveiled “The Master Blend” – a bold new addition to its well-regarded line of espresso capsules.
Bubble Tea Looks to Conquer Under-Penetrated Markets
Once a drink found only in Taiwan, bubble tea continues to attract new consumers on its way to becoming one of the most popular beverages around the world. Growth prospects remain strong as the market is still developing in many countries throughout Asia Pacific and Europe. By Eugene Gerden.
Ryl Company raises $15M in Series B for funding for expansion and development
The Ryl Company, the parent company of Ryl Tea has secured $15 million in Series B funding, signaling growth and new product developments.
Europe’s coffee shop market: pinched yet promising
Amid economic uncertainty the demand for out-of-home coffee in Europe remains robust, evidenced by a new report that reveals the fastest growth in five years for the European branded coffee shop market.
Stepping Up Carbon Reduction Strategies
Both the coffee and the tea industry have been implementing initiatives to reduce carbon emissions for many years. But now, companies are expanding their efforts, shifting from carbon offsets to insetting, investing directly in farmers and supply chains to lower their footprint. By Anne-Marie Hardie
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Origins, Regulatory, Sustainability
Marimekko and Blue Bottle Coffee celebrate Finnish coffee culture with new collaboration
Marimekko and Blue Bottle Coffee celebrate Finnish coffee culture and the joy of everyday rituals in a limited-edition collaboration that launches in North America and Asia on 25 April.
BRITA Professional stirs up coffee shop creativity
BRITA Professional launches 2025 Grounds of Innovation competition to recognise creativity and resilience in the sector.
Nescafe Latte partners with Team Vitality to support esports performance
Team Vitality announces Nescafe Latte as its official latte coffee supplier for 2025, fuelling the clubs elite rosters.
Tim Hortons expands presence in Seoul with new retail coffee products
Tim Hortons expands its presence in Seoul with a new retail lineup including Original Blend whole bean coffee and fine grind coffee available in five signature varieties.
Specialty Coffee Expo rebrands as World of Coffee
The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), the largest global coffee trade association, has announced the rebranding of its flagship North American event, the Specialty Coffee Expo, as World of Coffee.
JDE Peet’s awarded Fair Pay Leader certification
This new gold-standard certification recognises JDE Peet’s achievements and commitment to gender and pay equity.