Business
Jacksepticeye introduces Top of the Mornin’ Coffee brand
Seán McLoughlin (known to fans as Jacksepticeye) has amassed more than 52 Million followers across social media, has expanded his talents to launch Top of the Mornin’ Coffee in support of youth mental health.
Nestlé announces a new partnership with UNESCO to invest in youth potential ‘Because Youth Matter’
Nestlé and UNESCO have announced a new partnership to provide young people with the resources and the skills they need to develop and carry forward innovative solutions to achieve positive social impact in their communities.
Heirloom recipes inspire F&B flavour innovation
Inspiration from heirloom recipes and global cuisines spur F&B flavour innovation in 2023.
200 Degrees to open coffee shop and barista school in Chester
Independent coffee roaster, 200 Degrees, is opening a coffee shop and barista school in the heart of Chester in May.
Japan’s Tea Industry is Still in Post-Covid Recovery Mode
Tea production and consumption in Japan were both severely impacted during the Covid-19 pandemic and both continue to be affected by multiple factors but the situation is slowly improving thanks to smart farming techniques by producers and strong demand by domestic and international consumers. By Yumi Nakatsugawa
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging, Origins
Laxman Narasimhan assumes role of Starbucks CEO
Laxman Narasimhan was named incoming CEO on 1 September 2022, succeeding company founder and now former CEO, Howard Schultz.
Dunkin’ celebrates the beginning of spring with deal
To celebrate the first day of Spring, the company is offering Dunkin’ Rewards members a medium-sized Dunkin’ Refresher for $2 on 20 March.
Finalists announced for the 2023 SCA Sustainability Awards
The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) is proud to announce the finalists for the 2023 Sustainability Awards, recognizing excellence in sustainability across the industry.
Dutch Bros launches St. Patrick’s Day flavours
The two themed LTOs will be available from 16-19 March.
Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Festival returns for its sixth year
The 6th annual Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Festival takes place on Saturday 25 March in its usual home, the historic Newcastle Parade Grounds in St. Andrew, Jamaica.
Pukka Herbs partners with Energy Garden for renewable community-owned energy
Pukka Herbs has announced its partnership with Energy Garden, a ‘community benefit society,’ to power its UK sites with 100% renewable electricity from community energy projects in the UK.
Finalists announced for Tea Tycoons competition
Questex and the World Tea Conference + Expo have announced the ten finalists in three categories for the upcoming Tea Tycoons competition taking place at the expo on 27-29 March at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Coffee social enterprise launched in Camden to support young people into employment
A new social enterprise, called Honest Grind Coffee, has been launched by Camden Council in London to help young people gain the skills needed to get into good employment.
ICO reports reduced exports for current coffee year drove up prices in February
Reduced exports for current coffee year drive the ICO’s I-CIP up 11.4% in February 2023.