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49th Parallel Coffee Roasters announces strategic partnership with Claridge
49th Parallel Roasters, a specialty grade coffee company, has formed a strategic partnership with private investment firm, Claridge Inc. Thanks to the Claridge investment, 49th will be broadening its product portfolio, expanding its footprint, and extending its reach to new distribution channels and markets.
Harney & Son’s debuts recyclable pouch from TC Transcontinental
Harney & Sons tea company is debuting a new recyclable pouch for its loose tea products.
Blending, roasting & processing, Equipment & packaging, Product news
Starbucks Announces Global Holiday Beverages Line Up
The holidays have arrived at Starbucks around the world, with flavours that are symbolic of the season – along with a few surprises.
Annual Holiday Flavours & LE Reusable Cup Hit Starbucks Stores
Holiday-flavoured beverages, the Christmas Blend, seasonal cups and a new limited-edition reusable cup are making their annual debut in Starbucks stores across the United States and Canada today (2 November).
Hōjicha Targets North American & Asian Markets
A favourite among Japanese tea drinkers, “hojicha,” a roasted green tea, is setting its sights on the North American and Asian markets.
Starbucks Conjures Witch’s Brew Frappuccino for Halloween
Starbucks is stirring up a new Halloween concoction this year with Witch’s Brew Frappuccino blended beverage.
Stash Tea Celebrates B Corp Milestone with Packaging Redesign
Premium tea maker Stash Tea is celebrating one year as a B Corp Certified company by redesigning its packaging.
Lavazza to Acquire Mars Drinks Business
Consolidation in the coffee industry continues as the Lavazza Group is acquiring Mars’ Drinks business, including the Flavia and Klix systems, leading brands in the office coffee service (OCS) and vending segments.
Plastic Free Tea Bags Remain a Concern, But Are the Solutions Really Socially Responsible?
I was in England earlier this month for Tea & Coffee World Cup, which took place in Birmingham (3-5 September). Although I was there for business, I did have a few free hours, including the day I landed. Surprisingly, I was able to buy last-minute tickets to visit the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace — […]
Starbucks Commits to Building & Operating Greener Stores Globally
Today, Starbucks Coffee Company announced the “Starbucks Greener Stores” framework and a commitment to design, build and operate 10,000 “Greener Stores” globally by 2025.
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.
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.
Lion Coffee Undergoes First Rebrand in 40 Years
Lion Coffee has unveiled a new brand design and product packaging.
Port NOLA Celebrates Special Tri-Centennial Maritime Month
The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) is celebrating its second annual Maritime Month through May and National Maritime Day on 22 May to pay tribute to the region’s rich maritime history and to recognise the hardworking men and women who serve in the industry.