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Continuing our series on coffee processing, we learn about Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee, a 100% chemical-free decaffeination method.  BY TANYA NANETTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of Swiss Water Delving into the amazing world of high-quality coffee, one thing you notice is the incredible difference in flavors and aromas of every single coffee.  No single specialty … Read more

Fast, slow, heavy, light, pointy, flat — manual coffee brewers of all shapes and sizes were on display at the recent 2023 SCA Expo in Portland, Oregon. We learned about…This article was first published here.

Watermark Coffee is working with the Clew Bay Oyster Co-Op to restore oysters and reduce coastal erosion by using coffee purchases to fund seabed restoration.  BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Featured photo courtesy of Watermark Coffee As the world grapples with environmental issues and climate change, it has become increasingly important for businesses to be … Read more

We uncover more of PDX’s specialty-coffee standouts: Keeper Coffee Co., Proud Mary, and Guilder Café. BY EMILY JOY MENESES BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Feature photo by Peter Bucks via Unsplash In part one of our Portland Café Guide, we began our exploration of the city’s ever-expanding specialty-coffee scene with notable cafés Prince Coffee, Deadstock Coffee, Portland … Read more

Aromatic, floral, and delicately sweet, lychee adds a special touch to any beverage. BY EMILY JOY MENESES BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Cover photo by Jamie Trinh via Unsplash Spring is here in the Northern Hemisphere. That means that fresh fruit and floral flavors are once again taking center stage in the food and beverage world. Looking … Read more

Dozens of coffee professionals competed at qualifiers this weekend in Colorado for coveted spots at the U.S. Coffee Championships next month. BY J. MARIE CARLANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Cover photo by J. Marie Carlan For competitive coffee professionals in the USA, the U.S. Coffee Championships are the place to be. Over the weekend, the second USCC … Read more

One family’s complete rotation around the coffee landscape has resulted in the opening of the 360F Specialty Coffee Roasters in Coral Springs, Florida.  The young roasting company owned and operated by… This article was first published here.

The new program connects coffee producers to one another, provides them with educational resources, and more. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of the Cocaerol, Comal & Amprocal cooperatives in Honduras Since 2021, Digital Coffee Future (DCF) has been working on a digital training program to address the needs of coffee producers. In September … Read more

The Australian roasting company helps to create opportunities for veteran communities.  BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of 3 Elements Coffee  Brisbane, Australia-based 3 Elements Coffee, founded by Navy veteran Terry McNally in 2016, has a mission to support the transition of ex-military personnel into the commercial workspace. To help achieve their goal and raise … Read more

Researchers in Germany have identified three new biomarkers that may help accurately indicate levels of coffee consumption, a key metric in almost all research related to coffee and health.  Before… This article was first published here.

Called Innovea, the network will aim to secure long-term supplies of coffee and improve climate resilience through breeding. BY CHRIS RYANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of World Coffee Research Last month, during the Sintercafe coffee expo in Costa Rica, industry nonprofit World Coffee Research (WCR) made an announcement with much potential to impact coffee’s future … Read more

Welcome to winter in the Nordics, where comfort and coziness are sacred rituals. BY JOSEPH PHELANSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured image courtesy of Joseph Phelan The people of Northern Europe take Christmas particularly seriously. For those who reside in the Nordics, it is more than just an opportunity to take a few days off … Read more

We continue our in-depth exploration of tea by looking at oolong, black, fermented, and herbal tea. BY EMILY MENESES SENIOR ONLINE CONTRIBUTOR Cover photo by Drew Jemmett via Unsplash Several weeks ago, we released part one of the ”A Beginner’s Guide to Tea” series, where we explored where tea comes from and two of the … Read more

A study promoted last month by the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) adds to the substantial pile of recent evidence suggesting that coffee drinking is associated with improved heart health… This article was first published here.

The United States coffee shop market has recovered in value over the past 12 months to 96% of its pre-pandemic level, according to the annual Project Café USA 2023 industry… This article was first published here.

Despite the myriad things coffee does right — like make the world go ’round — it does not necessarily lead to long-term happiness, according to a study published earlier this… This article was first published here.

Glitter Cat Brings Back In-Person Bootcamps for 2023 Competition Season The multifaceted grassroots organization devoted to affecting inclusivity and diversity in coffee Glitter Cat is bringing back in-person bootcamp workshops… This article was first published here.

German roasting equipment giant Probat has commenced sales of its electric P05 E roaster in the United States. The company says the P05 E, which has been available in Europe… This article was first published here.

We continue our chat with this year’s U.S. Barista champ about their selected coffees, and how their rewarding experiences will shape both their life ethos and content moving forward. BY KATRINA YENTCHBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Cover photo by Niki Weegens Yesterday, we began a conversation with 2022 U.S. Barista champion Morgan Eckroth (she/they), a barista at … Read more