Business
Coffee, Tea & Alcohol: Bringing the Crafts Together
It may seem like an unnatural relationship, but as the artisanal aspects of coffee, tea and alcohol continue to evolve, so do the opportunities to bring the products together to create new items and incremental revenues.
Gruppo Cimbali Acquires Slayer Espresso
Italian espresso machine manufacturer Gruppo Cimbali has acquired a controlling financial stake in US-based Slayer Espresso.
The Advantages of Co-Packing
Co-packing has evolved to address the coffee and tea industries’ need for a one-stop shop. Collaborating with a co-packer also helps companies improve efficiencies and alleviate risk.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging, Origins, Sustainability
Counter Culture’s Annual Winter Blend Helps Farmers Combat Climate Change
For more than a decade, Counter Culture Coffee has released a limited-edition winter blend dedicated to celebration and good cheer.
Panera Bread to Acquire Au Bon Pain
Panera Bread announced 8 November that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Au Bon Pain Holding Co Inc, parent company of Au Bon Pain.
Ipanema Coffees Opens New Sustainable Cupping Room
Ipanema Coffee has announced the opening of its new cupping room and quality control laboratory.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging, Origins, Sustainability
Allegro Coffee Releases Limited-Edition Galapagos La Tortuga for the Holidays
Allegro Coffee Company is releasing limited quantities of the new Galapagos La Tortuga in all six Allegro Coffee Roasters locations.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging, Origins, Sustainability
The Hidden Power of Coffee Fermentation
Fermentation – the time that pulped coffee spends in a tank before it is dried – is also an opportunity to impact flavour. Microbiologist Lucia Solis, who specializes in microbial demucilagination, explains how this method offers a consistent and predictable coffee fermentation process, reducing the risk of spoilage or defects in the cup.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging, Origins, Sustainability
Counter Culture’s New Colour-Sorting Technology Removes Inconsistencies
Counter Culture has invested in pioneering technology that removes even minor inconsistencies from roasted coffees.
Teatulia Teas Expand US Distribution with Launch in Three Retailers
Teatulia announced that its teas can now be found on the shelves of Stop & Shop, Cash Wise and Coborn’s.
Nestlé Acquires Majority Interest in Blue Bottle Coffee
Nestlé AG has acquired a majority stake in Blue Bottle Coffee.
Teas from Indonesia Strive to Regain Volume and Profile
With an ideal geographic allocation close to the equator, high peaks and volcanic soils, the tea plant is thriving in Indonesia, but is not profitable enough compared to other cash crops.
ASEAN Coffee Consumption and Competitive Landscape
The Asia Pacific market is expected to continue to experience dramatic coffee growth in the coming years. However, local brands–and mixes–dominate, so international players looking to enter the ASEAN market must ensure their brands “feel local” and cater to local tastes.
Farmer Brothers to Acquire Boyd Coffee Company
Farmer Bros Co is acquiring substantially all the assets of Boyd Coffee Company with a combination of cash and stock.