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WCR Varieties Catalogue Goes Global
World Coffee Research (WCR) has launched a major update to its Arabica Coffee Varieties catalogue, expanding it to include varieties from six new countries: Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Neumann Kaffee Gruppe Invests in Atlas Coffee Importers
Recognising the ever-increasing importance of the specialty coffee industry worldwide and especially in North America, Neumann Kaffee Gruppe recently made a majority investment in Atlas Coffee Importers of Seattle, Washington.
Caffè Nero Opens at Emirates Old Trafford
Caffè Nero opened a new location earlier this month at the Emirates Old Trafford cricket stadium in Manchester, UK.
Starbucks 1st Reserve Store Opens with Princi Bakery & Mixology Bar
Today, Starbucks Coffee Company opened its first Reserve store – its Seattle headquarters – a new store format from the company’s Siren Retail business dedicated to its premium Reserve brand.
Pret A Manger Launches Vegan Hot Drinks
Pret A Manger is launching vegan hot drinks, alongside new breakfast sandwiches and sweet treats in its Hong Kong stores beginning 7 March.
Demus Achieves Halal Certification for Decaf Coffee
Demus SpA announced that it has obtained the Halal certification for its products.
Colourful Cold Brews Debut at Starbucks in Asia this Spring
Starbucks stores in Asia are celebrating the arrival of spring with layered handcrafted coffee beverages featuring unique fusions of Signature Espresso and unexpected ingredients.
Metric Coffee Unveils Limited Edition Peruvian Geisha
Metric Coffee is introducing Willay, a limited edition, rare Geisha varietal and the first Peruvian coffee of its kind available in the US market.
Teatulia Raises a Cup and Funds for First Descents
As part of Teatulia and First Descents ongoing partnership, the Denver-based organic tea company has launched First Descents Energy Tea Wrap.
Community Coffee Company Launches New Private Reserve Espresso
Community Coffee Company has expanded its coffee portfolio with Community Private Reserve Espresso, a new line of premium capsules compatible with Nespresso Original Line brewers.
Alliance for Coffee Excellence Launches New Website
The Alliance for Coffee Excellence (ACE) launched their new website today, 15 February.
RA-Cert and NEPCon Announce Intent to Merge
After two decades of close partnership, NEPCon and RA-Cert, the certification division of the Rainforest Alliance, leading non-profit certification bodies, have announced their intention to join later this year.
Wicked Coffee Adds Birchall Tea to Product Range
Wicked Coffee Company announced it is collaborating with Birchall Tea to distribute its products. Wicked will stock a wide range of the family-owned, London-based company’s herbal, specialty and everyday black teas, all available as loose-leaf tea or in a prism bagged teabag.
TWG Tea Celebrates Valentine’s Day with Amour Collection
This Valentine’s Day, TWG Tea invites tea lovers to embrace the season of flowers and romance with TWG Tea’s collection inspired by the blush hues of the delicate rose.