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Birchall Tea partners with African conservation charity
UK-based Birchall Tea has commenced a new partnership with Tusk, an African wildlife conservation charity that accelerates the impact of African-driven wildlife conservation.
Pact Coffee’s affordable specialty blend now available in Waitrose
Pact Coffee has launched its lowest-priced supermarket coffee, its House Blend, in UK Waitrose, working out as just 44p per cup.
The ‘Art of Tea’ at Mariage Frères
In celebration of its 170-year anniversary, Mariage Frères launched new products and opened its doors in Covent Garden, where I was able to learn more about the Parisian tea house.
Remedy kombucha launches into Leon restaurants
Leon is partnering with UK kombucha brand, Remedy, to offer its customers a healthier drink alternative.
Ueshima Coffee Company launches two RTD canned coffees
The Iced Latte and Iced Matcha Latte will be available nationwide, 60 years after Mr Ueshima created the world’s first ever canned coffee in Kobe, Japan.
Leafies entries now open with new categories and inclusions
Entries to this year’s competition are now open to tea farmers, gardens, tea makers, suppliers and retailers worldwide. The award categories this year also now include Herbal Infusions.
Coffee producer and hospitality company fund school meals
In a partnership with direct trade coffee producers, Paddy & Scott’s, hospitality group, Macdonald Hotels & Resorts, has funded 15,000 school meals for children in coffee producing communities.
The BCA appoints Jane Aldridge as association chair
The British Coffee Association (BCA) has confirmed the election of Jane Aldridge, managing director (Coffee) at Nestle UK&I, as the association’s new chair.
Brits opt for tea bags over loose-leaf teas
A new 2024 UK Tea Census Study commissioned in advance of International Tea Day 2024 reveals how the Brits take their tea, with some surprising quirks.
D’Amazonia targets women’s wellness and beauty needs with its new teas
Following its Menopause Tea launch earlier this year, D’Amazonia is continuing its focus on women’s needs with a new collagen-inspired tea.
Clipper to debut partnership with Glastonbury Festival
A stalwart in sustainable tea, Clipper will be the Official Tea Supplier at the iconic five-day event, which attracts crowds of over 200,000 people from across the globe.
Pukka Herbs Morning Berry recognised in industry awards
Organic herbal tea brand Pukka Herbs has announced that its latest offering, Morning Berry, has received several prestigious industry awards.
Origin Coffee opens in Edinburgh
Specialty coffee roaster, Origin Coffee, has officially opened its doors on South College Street on the edge of the Scottish capital’s old town.
The Tea Group launch The Ladies Tea Collection
In celebration of UK National Tea Day 2024, The Tea Group has launched a new collection of women-inspired teas designed especially for luxury hospitality brands.