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Coffee prices reach new highs for August 2021
According to the ICO’s latest report, coffee prices reached new highs in August 2021 as concerns about future supply and increasing freight costs remain the key drivers of the market.
Nestlé inaugurates R&D Accelerator in Switzerland
The R+D Accelerator provides a unique platform for startups, students and Nestlé entrepreneurs to bring highly differentiated innovations to the market fast, including within the coffee sector.
Tsoi promoted to CEO of Starbucks China
Starbucks Coffee Company has announced the promotion of Leo Tsoi to chief executive officer of Starbucks China.
HumaniTea doubles its stock, launches on Amazon
HumaniTea, the brand that created the UK’s first ready-to-drink vegan tea lattes in a can, has announced it will be launching its lattes on Amazon.
Jägermeister opens London Coffee Haus in conjunction with Caravan Coffee Roasters
In celebration of Jägermeister Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, ‘Coffee Haus’ opened its doors to the public on 19 August, serving a full menu of complimentary coffee from Caravan Coffee Roasters.
SCA issues latest Covid-19 entry requirements for Specialty Coffee Expo
A statement has been issued by Yannis Apostolopoulos, CEO of the SCA, regarding updated Covid-19 entry requirements to the Association’s event set to take place in New Orleans.
Food 4 Farmers celebrates 10 year anniversary
Food 4 Farmers is celebrating a decade of collaboration with coffee-farming families and co-ops to build food security and community-led resilience to climate change.
Coffee entrepreneur announced as #FoodHeroScot sustainability champion
Catherine Franks of Steampunk Coffee Roasters and Café has been recognised by the Scottish visual storytelling campaign for her commitment to positive change through a sustainable business model.
Northamptonshire Coffee Roasters becomes coffee supplier to The British and Irish Lions rugby team
Working with numerous British and Irish rugby players over the years, The Roastery was reached out to directly to supply the coffee for the rugby team’s tour.
Assessing the current state and future of coffee
Coffee is no longer just a hot drink, it’s a lifestyle, and the type of coffee we drink reflects far more than just our coffee preferences, states Matthew Mills, commercial director of the UK’s Masteroast.
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Arabica prices hit highest levels since 2014 but concerns about origins grow
The latest International Coffee Organisation (ICO) report reveals that prices for Arabica coffee in July 2021 surged to the highest levels since November 2014.
Coffee Planet opens first café location in Dubai
UAE’s home-grown Coffee Planet has announced its first café location in Circle Mall, JVC in partnership with Dash Hospitality Group.
Global bubble tea brand chooses Covent Garden for first foray into London
The 27-year-old brand Gong cha, formed in Taiwan, is set to open a new bubble tea store in Covent Garden.
Coffee Support opens new coffee production facility
US-based Coffee Support is offering a solution for growing coffee brands wanting to maintain or improve the quality and control of their products.