The Coffee Industry’s Big Moves and Brewing Challenges
Time to spill: The coffee world is heating up—literally and financially. From climate-driven experiments to corporate pivots, the specialty coffee scene is shifting faster than a pour-over’s bloom. The Specialty Coffee Association’s World of Coffee is heading to New Orleans in 2027, but the real action is already unfolding in cafes and labs worldwide. Coffee’s price surge is outpacing inflation, climbing 18.4% in the past year alone. A pound of roast now costs $9.46—double what it was in 2020. This isn’t just a trend; it’s a crisis. Retailers are scrambling, and consumers are feeling the pinch. Meanwhile, Brazil’s researchers are…
