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Prices for All Coffee Groups Decreased in June
The International Coffee Organization announced that prices for all coffee groups fell in June 2018, though the largest month-on-month decrease occurred for Brazilian Naturals, which declined by 3.7% to 115.10 US cents/lb.
Starbucks to Eliminate Plastic Straws Globally by 2020
Today, Starbucks Coffee Company announced it will eliminate single-use plastic straws from its more than 28,000 company-operated and licensed stores by making a straw-less lid or alternative-material straw options available, around the world by 2020.
Canton Tea Partners with The Wolseley
Canton Tea, a wholesale supplier to the premium hospitality sector, announced it has partnered with The Wolseley, one of London’s best loved restaurants from Corbin & King, to offer an exclusive range of teas.
Tea & Coffee World Cup 2018 Preview
Tea & Coffee World Cup heads to Birmingham, England for our 2018 exhibition and symposium — the first Tea & Coffee World Cup to be held in the United Kingdom.
Italy’s Lavazza Buys Australia’s Blue Pod Coffee
Reuters reports that Lavazza SpA said on 2 July it would buy all of Australia’s Blue Pod Coffee Company, as the coffee maker pushes ahead with a shopping spree that has allowed it to sharply increase its scale.
Eight O’Clock Coffee Introduces New Digital Campaign
Eight O’Clock Coffee has launched a new digital campaign to support its overall brand message.
Toby’s Estate Launches Limited Edition Santuario Sul Coffee
Toby’s Estate is launching Santuario Sul, a limited edition rare coffee, this week in its cafés.
Miles Launches a New Premium Tea Range
Miles Tea & Coffee has introduced a new range of 10 premium tea flavours focusing on green, herbal and fruit teas.
Peet’s Coffee Debuts RTD Iced Espresso Nationally
Peet’s Coffee expanded its ready-to-drink portfolio with the national launch of Peet’s True Iced Espresso, a line of shelf-stable canned iced espresso flavours inspired by top-selling drinks in Peet’s coffee bars.
Starbucks Expands Teavana into New Format and Retail Channel
Starbucks today (26 June) announced it is introducing Teavana into the USD $1.2 billion packaged tea category in US grocery stores.
COE Jury Completes Guatemalan Coffee Competition, Despite Volcano Eruption
The Alliance for Coffee Excellence (ACE) commenced its 14th edition of the Cup of Excellence (COE) in Guatemala City, Guatemala on 4 June.
The Coffee Company Creates Special Blend for Rowcroft Hospice
The Coffee Company has created its own blend of coffee, Frank’s Roast, under the Straight Up label and for every bag sold a donation will be made Rowcroft Hospice in South Devon.
Extract Coffee Roasters Opens Training Facility Made from Landfill
Bristol, England-based Extract Coffee Roasters has opened a new barista training facility in London made from recycled materials destined for landfill.
Starbucks Launches Mango Dragonfruit Refreshers Beverage
Starbucks has introduced its latest Refreshers beverage, Mango Dragonfruit, which has a deep magenta colour and features sweet, tropical flavours.