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Luckin’s Blue Bottle Bet Shakes Premium Coffee Market

May

CultureBlue Bottle, Global Trade, Luckin Coffee, Premium Coffee, Specialty Roasting

Luckin’s Blue Bottle Bet Shakes Premium Coffee Market

Nestlé’s $400m sale of Blue Bottle to Luckin is redefining premium coffee by blending design with convenience. The deal signals a bold shift as Asian players challenge global norms and reshape the specialty coffee landscape.

Yemeni Coffee Shops Expand, No-Tipping Policies Shift

May

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CultureCultural Preservation, Diaspora Coffee, Labor Ethics, No-Tipping Policy, Yemeni Cafes

Yemeni Coffee Shops Expand, No-Tipping Policies Shift

Yemeni coffee shops are reshaping U.S. café culture by blending tradition with resilience, now thriving in over 30 cities. A Midwest chain’s no-tipping policy signals a growing shift toward fair wages and ethical labor practices.

May

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CultureBrand Accountability, Coffee Industry Trends, Coffee Sustainability, Mental Health Initiatives, Specialty Coffee

ICC 2026 in Trieste: A Global Coffee Summit on the Horizon

Philz Coffee’s apology over Pride flags sparks debate on brand accountability in an era of heightened scrutiny. Brazil’s record harvest challenges specialty coffee’s future as sustainability becomes non-negotiable.

Premiumization and Health Trends Reshape U.S. Tea Market

May

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Tea FactsFunctional Blends, Green Tea, matcha, Premium Tea, Ready-To-Drink

Premiumization and Health Trends Reshape U.S. Tea Market

By 2034, the U.S. tea market is set to hit $10.72 billion, driven by health trends and functional blends. Green tea, growing at 7.3% annually, is outpacing black tea as consumers prioritize antioxidants and quality.

Behmor 2000AB’s First Crack Timing Falters After Years of Use

May

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Coffee FactsDrum Wear, First Crack Timing, Internal Calibration, Light Roast, Thermal Stress

Behmor 2000AB’s First Crack Timing Falters After Years of Use

First crack now hits as early as 4 minutes, disrupting light roast timing after years of use. The Behmor 2000AB’s calibration seems to degrade, raising doubts about its long-term reliability.

Kaleido M2 Bean Probe Problems Are a Roaster’s Dilemma

May

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Coffee FactsBean Probe Failure, Kaleido M2, Roast Inconsistency, Roasting Reliability, Temperature Accuracy

Kaleido M2 Bean Probe Problems Are a Roaster’s Dilemma

A roaster with 31 attempts reports the Kaleido M2’s probe hits first crack at ~172°C no matter what, leaving them frustrated and questioning their purchase. Despite trying fixes like recalibration and different probes, the machine remains unreliable, turning a costly tool into a source of stress.

Ethiopia Sidama Keramo Blueberry Notes Finally Deliver

May

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Coffee FactsAnaerobic Fermentation, Blueberry Notes, Ethiopian Coffee, Single-Origin, Specialty Roast

Ethiopia Sidama Keramo Blueberry Notes Finally Deliver

Blueberry isn’t just a note—it’s the backbone of this coffee’s profile. This Ethiopia Sidama Keramo delivers blueberry from first sip to last, redefining what fruity coffee can be.

Yoshitsugu Naganoto on the Art of Matcha Rituals

May

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Tea Facts80°C Temperature, Bamboo Whisk, Chasen Technique, Matcha Ritual, Mindful Brewing

Yoshitsugu Naganoto on the Art of Matcha Rituals

Matcha isn’t a drink—it’s a moment of stillness, shaped by precise temperature, ritual, and intention. Naganoto’s art reveals how tradition and reinvention can coexist, transforming a cup into a bridge to the present.

Guizhou Green Tea and Matcha: A Year’s Tea Haul from China’s Hidden Sources

May

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Tea FactsAged Pu'er, Guizhou Tea, Matcha Harvest, Teaware Design, Yunnan White Tea

Guizhou Green Tea and Matcha: A Year’s Tea Haul from China’s Hidden Sources

A rare Guizhou Matcha harvest, plucked before Qingming, challenges Japanese traditions with its bold, earthy depth. Yunnan’s aged white teas and Pu’er contrast beautifully, revealing centuries of high-altitude tea heritage.

A Medieval Vineyard in Venice Produces Prosecco Few Have Tasted

May

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Wine FactsGlera Wines, Harmonia Mundi, Medieval Vineyard, Prosecco Production, Venetian Soil

A Medieval Vineyard in Venice Produces Prosecco Few Have Tasted

A medieval vineyard in Venice’s Castello district produces Prosecco made from 700-year-old vines. This rare sparkling wine, crafted from sandy, saline soils, offers a taste of Venice’s lost golden age.