Within the coffee world all the talk is of the third wave, referencing the highest quality coffee beans sourced from distinct farms and roasted lightly to enhance their flavor profiles. Coffee from these beans is also prepared in a variety of devices, including sophisticated espresso machines, pour-overs, Chemex, and Aeropress. But there is another method […]
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As single-serve capsules become ubiquitous, debates rage about the quality of the coffee they make. Convenience is a driving force behind the global adoption of capsules. Pods can produce either a shot of espresso or a larger sized coffee drink similar to those brewed with a filter. Simply popping the capsules into the brewer, pressing
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As coffee becomes ever more ubiquitous, clever operators look to differentiate their offerings. One of the fastest-growing areas of product development is creating beverages with a healthy halo, offering drinks containing properties perceived as better and healthier. These functional beverages often contain superfruits, spices, CBD, and mushrooms, and focus on boosting wellness, enhancing immunity, and
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A cup of coffee can be made easily enough. The most basic methods involve grinding some beans, immersing grounds in hot water, and then pouring the brew through a filter into a cup. But as consumer tastes have become more sophisticated, there has also been a trend towards convenience. And that often happens at the
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Looking back on the last year of a lockdown it is easy to see changes in consumer behavior. Some are temporary, while others will be longer-lasting. Enjoying coffee at home has always been a part of many people’s daily routine. Often that is combined with visits to favorite specialty stores. But being forced to stay
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