To kick off our 2023 Year in Review series In this article, we will take a look back at some of the significant business stories that shaped the specialty coffee industry in 2023. From new ventures and industry collaborations to market trends and consumer preferences, it has been a remarkable year for Uganda’s coffee industry.…
New Research Reveals Insights on Cold Brew Safety A recent study commissioned by the National Coffee Association (NCA) of the United States has provided valuable insights into the food safety aspects of using cold brew for in-store drink preparation. The research aimed to assess the risks associated with cold brew and identify potential areas for…
Expanding to the East Coast: Futura Coffee Roasters Futura Coffee Roasters, a specialty coffee company with strong connections to Colombian coffee and a commitment to environmental stewardship, has recently expanded its operations to the east coast of the United States. With a growing leadership team, the Oregon-based company is set to make its mark in…
Pine Coffee Supply: From Wyoming to Boise Pine Coffee Supply, a quality-obsessive coffee company born in small-town Wyoming, has found a second home in the relatively big city of Boise, Idaho. The Pinedale, Wyoming-based coffee roasting company… Expansion to Boise Pine Coffee Supply, originally based in Pinedale, Wyoming, has expanded its operations to Boise, Idaho.…
Japanese Coffee Company Acquires $38 Million Property in New York City Japanese coffee company Geshary Coffee has recently acquired a prime property on Fifth Avenue in New York City for an impressive $38 million. The company has ambitious plans to utilize the building for its operations and establish a strong presence in the bustling city.…
Mill City Roasters Introduces the MCR-2E: A Cutting-Edge Electric-Heat Roaster Minneapolis-based roasting equipment manufacturer, Mill City Roasters, recently unveiled their latest innovation in coffee roasting technology – the MCR-2E. This state-of-the-art electric-heat roaster is not only the largest model in the company’s lineup but also the most advanced. The MCR-2E features a substantial 2-kilogram capacity,…
When Martell Mason returned to metro Detroit in 2020, he found a more hopeful place than the one he’d left 20 years earlier. Yet when he zoomed in on his newfound community’s coffee scene, he realized there was still work to be done. A Vision for Change Martell had always been passionate about coffee, and…
Ascaso Introduces Barista T Plus 2024: A New Addition to Their Commercial Espresso Machine Lineup Spanish espresso machine brand, Ascaso, has expanded its product range with the launch of the Barista T Plus 2024, an innovative high-end commercial espresso machine. This new addition to their lineup is set to revolutionize the coffee industry with its…
New York State-based Yogurt Giant Acquires Philadelphia-born Coffee Company New York State-based packaged yogurt giant Chobani has made a strategic move into the coffee industry with its acquisition of Philadelphia-born coffee company La Colombe. The deal, valued at $900 million, comes after years of Chobani’s interest in the growing specialty coffee market. Chobani, known for…
Minneapolis-based coffee roasting equipment company unveils RoastPath software Minneapolis-based coffee roasting equipment company Mill City Roasters has announced the official launch of their highly anticipated software called RoastPath. Developed over a period of six years, RoastPath is a comprehensive software package and community-focused platform designed specifically for coffee roasters. Enhanced Features RoastPath offers a range…