Nordic Coffee Fest 2026: A Global Brew of Innovation and Culture
The coffee world is about to get a shot of Scandinavian precision. From February 28 to March 1, 2026, Gothenburg’s waterfront Bananpiren will host the...
Holiday Brews That Brewed Joy: Barista Magazine Readers’ Best of Season
The verdict is in: holiday coffee isn’t just about warmth—it’s about reinvention. Barista Magazine readers turned their seasonal cravings into bold,...
Umami: The Secret Ingredient Elevating Specialty Coffee
This is worth savoring: The fifth taste, once dismissed as a culinary oddity, is now a cornerstone of innovation in specialty coffee. Umami’s journey from a...
Decoding Coffee Grades: Why ‘Specialty’ Matters More Than You Think
Real talk: The coffee aisle is a minefield of jargon. Terms like "gourmet," "premium," and "specialty" feel like they’re meant to confuse, not inform.
Gluten-Free Coffee: The Real Story Behind the Label
This might just change your routine: Coffee isn’t the enemy of gluten-free diets, but the label often is. The market is flooded with “gluten-free” coffee...
Washington’s Cafés Are Leading the BYOC Movement—Here’s How You Can Join
Coffee lovers, wine enthusiasts, tea devotees—here’s a movement reshaping your morning ritual. Across Washington state, independent cafés are uniting under...
Compact Coffee Unveils Its First Brick-and-Mortar Cafe in Salida, Colorado
In the heart of Salida, Colorado, a quiet revolution is brewing. Compact Coffee, the mobile service company known for its wrenches and portafilters, has...
The Coffee Gift That Matters: Avoid These Mistakes
Time to spill: The best coffee gifts are rarely what they seem. Coffee isn’t just beans—it’s a story, a craft, a conversation between grower and drinker.
Defne Ceyda Okay: Coffee’s Quiet Revolution in Istanbul
Time to spill: Defne Ceyda Okay isn’t just shaping Türkiye’s coffee scene—she’s rewriting its rules. As Oatly’s Barista Market Developer, World Coffee...
How to Craft a Coffee Advent Calendar That Delivers Freshness and Flavor
As holiday traditions evolve, coffee roasters are reimagining the Advent calendar as a canvas for creativity and connection. Once a niche novelty, these...