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“A drive for better quality”: How is supermarket coffee changing?
Millions of people around the world buy coffee in supermarkets every single day, whether it’s instant, pre ground, whole bean, or capsule. Despite this, among the specialty coffee community there are negative preconceptions about supermarket coffee and its quality. However, things are changing. A growing consumer focus on quality, sustainability, and ethical […]
An early history of the C market: Exchanges and derivatives through history
In recent years, the coffee sector has rightly recognised sustainability as a key priority. However, for anybody who wants to be a part of making the supply chain more sustainable, learning more about commodities markets and the C market in particular is crucial. But as well as learning about these topics in detail, it’s also […] The post An early history of […]
“Efficiency increases productivity”: Organising barista workflow in your coffee shop
Customer satisfaction is a key aim for every coffee shop. By providing high quality food and drinks with friendly, efficient service, your customers will be happy and more likely to return. This is a great pathway to long-term success. Naturally, a big part of any efficient service is workflow. In hospitality, this word is generally […] The post “Efficiency […]
Coffee News Recap, Apr 16: World’s largest coffee co-op reports 32% drop, CoE Colombia winners announced & other stories
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the previous week. Here are this week’s stories. Monday, 12 Apr – 7-Eleven opens Evolution Stores in Texas. The US convenience chain opened four new concept stores last year across the country. Features include self-serve espresso-based and cold brew machines, and customers […] The […]
Why is affordable finance so important for coffee producers?
Coffee producers around the world have long been faced with a raft of financial challenges. Many of these can be traced back to low or unstable coffee prices, but unfortunately, it is not always as simple as just paying farmers more. The world of finance is complex enough before we consider the fact that coffee […] The post Why is affordable finance so impo […]
“Remodelling to make a real difference”: Coffee production in Zimbabwe
In the early 1990s, Zimbabwe was a recognised coffee producer. The country’s sector supported more than 20,000 farmers, who produced more than 15,000 tonnes of coffee a year. However, a wave of domestic agricultural reforms at the turn of the century signalled a change. Low market prices, extreme weather conditions, and diminishing interest from buyers […] T […]
“Transported through your cup”: A guide to serving coffee roasted at origin
For some time now, the specialty coffee sector has discussed the idea of bridging the gap between the producer and the consumer. For many, this means shortening the distance between the farmer and the end consumer. Many initiatives and ideas have been discussed to achieve this goal. Among them is the concept of roasting coffee […] The post “Transported thro […]
Aroma, body, flavour & finish: A beginner’s guide to tasting espresso
Espresso is a bold, concentrated beverage with over a century of coffee sector heritage. It can be traced back to 19th century Italy, and is today enjoyed around the world in various forms by millions of people. Making quality espresso is also a core part of the role of the barista. It is one of […] The post Aroma, body, flavour & finish: A beginner’s gu […]
Coffee News Recap, Apr 9: Lavazza and Amazon creating Alexa-powered smart pod machine, Costa goes to Japan & other stories
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the previous week. Here are this week’s stories. Monday, 5 Apr – Costa Coffee enters the Japanese market. The first two Costa Coffee stores opened in Tokyo and Fukuoka, with the latter offering a limited edition drinks range. Both the Strawberry Iced […] The post Coffee News Recap, […]
Exploring geographical indication in coffee
Around the world, there are certain food and beverage products that are protected by a geographical indication (GI). This means that they are defined by the region they are produced in, and cannot truly be replicated anywhere in the world. Examples include Sorrento lemons (Italy), Kalamata olives (Greece), and Champagne (France). There are also coffees […] […]