Coffee Intelligence Round-Up January 27th
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Consumption & Trends
For many owners of specialty coffee brands that have scaled, success hasn’t been all fun and games. Big brands are craving the creativity of their early days. Side projects like Blue Bottle Studio and Starbucks Reserve help reignite passion while big brands juggle profits.
Sarah Charles speaks with Brian Gaffney (Caravela Coffee) and Nick Mabey (Assembly Coffee) about how with food costs up 29% and labour up 31%, small, focused coffee shops are proving size isn’t everything.
From high-end espresso machines to automated milk frothers, technology has streamlined hashtag#coffee preparation, offering faster, more consistent results.
Barista roles are shifting from artistry to customer engagement. With coffee roasters cutting barista promotions and costs up by 29%, how will the industry balance efficiency and craft?
Jordan Montgomery speaks with Bianca Maria Maschio, Coffee Consultant, about how barista culture will survive this evolution.
News & Opinions
The European Union’s recent decision to delay the enforcement of its landmark European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) has set the record straight on whether plans will go ahead or be scratched.
EU coffee imports hit €21.9 billion in 2022, underscoring that compliance is non-negotiable. Looking to cocoa and palm oil offers the coffee industry a roadmap for smarter EUDR preparation.
Sarah Charles speaks with Stuart Ritson (Osito Coffee & Cacao) about the ramifications of this new delay, and how industry stakeholders will be approaching it.
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The best way to plan ahead is often to look back to see the patterns emerge. Today’s article offers a recap of key patterns and trends that shaped the coffee industry throughout 2024, to help craft a strategy for 2025.
As the C market hovers around $3.50/lb, roasters are shifting to blends and cheaper origins, reshaping sourcing strategies. They are prioritising profits, leaving exporters grappling with slimmer margins. Exporters are pivoting to niche markets and innovation to stay competitive.
Sarah Charles speaks with Henry Wilson (Producer & Roaster Forum and Coffee Intelligence) about what he thinks 2025 has in store for roasters and exporters, and what they can do to survive.
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