USA
NatureWorks and IMA announce strategic partnership
The partnership will accelerate the availability of a turn-key solution for K-Cup compatible compostable coffee pods in North America.
Dunkin’ reopens dining rooms across America
Dunkin’ has announced it is working closely with franchisees to reopen dining areas, with plans to have indoor dining available in as many of its restaurants across the country as possible by summer.
Dunkin’ adds coconut milk to non-dairy options
With its latest launch, Dunkin’ will offer colourful new Dunkin’ Coconut Refreshers and the new Coconutmilk Iced Latte.
World Tea Conference + Expo changes dates & city
World Tea Conference + Expo is moving to June in Las Vegas and co-locating with the Nightclub & Bar Show.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii launches new spring offering
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii is taking its Hawaiian Blend Cold Brew to new heights with the introduction of Cold Lava.
Asheville Tea Company releases limited edition Earth Day tea
Proceeds from sales of the new tea are set to benefit Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy, helping protect forests, wild plants and regional farmland.
La Colombe Coffee Roasters and Steeped Coffee bring signature blends to single-serve customers
Steeped Coffee has announced the addition of La Colombe Coffee Roasters to its lineup of top brands available in its single-serve Steeped Brewing Method.
Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation makes $100,000 donation to Feeding America member food banks
The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation’s donation is in honour of National Volunteer Week which is celebrated in the US each April.
Essential retail technologies for foodservice operators
The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) held its first virtual Coffee Retail Summit earlier this week (13 -14 April). The event focused on helping small coffee retailers with operational, branding/marketing, technology, and even real estate advice.
Bigelow Tea adds three new iced flavours to K-Cup Pod teas
Bigelow Tea is introducing three new flavours to the expanding line of its Bigelow K-Cup Pods.
Fincas Mierisch Los Favoritos Auction returns after five-year hiatus
The Alliance for Coffee Excellence (ACE) in partnership with Fincas Mierisch, has announced that the Los Favoritos ACE Private Collection Auction is back for May 2021.
ITO EN Launches plant-based energy drink matcha LOVE ENERGY +
The new functional beverage is powered by green tea catechin antioxidants, natural caffeine and L-Theanine.
SCA and NCA announce market research collaboration
The Specialty Coffee Association and the National Coffee Association have announced a new collaborative effort supporting the NCA’s biannual National Coffee Data Trends (NCDT) report.
Portland Coffee Roasters celebrates 25 years
Portland’s largest independent roaster is marking the milestone with its limited-edition 25th Anniversary Roast.