National Coffee Day (Sept 29) - beyond being a made up holiday - is the perfect moment for coffee businesses to connect with their customers, generate buzz, and drive sales. Coffee is hyper-fragmented, so standing out and getting recognized takes consistent marketing. To help you along, we came up with five easy, high-impact ideas you can run with minimal budget…

Perched a mile above sea level, Denver, Colorado, is often celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes—and its equally breathtaking elevation. But beyond the hiking trails and ski slopes lies a thriving urban culture, fueled by a 20% population surge since 2010. That growth has transformed Denver into a dynamic hub of art, food, and, yes—exceptional coffee. Why Denver Coffee Stands Out…

If you walk into a coffee shop in 2025, you’ll likely see a constellation of glowing screens between cappuccinos and croissants. Laptops feel as essential to café culture as baristas - yet owners and guests are asking a pointed question: Should coffee shops go laptop free? From “Cagongjok” to Coffee Campers In South Korea, the phenomenon for decamping to a…

A typical day at Peaceful Valley Coffee is low-key, but filled with joy and purpose. Bryn Garrehy, Peaceful Valley Coffee's Founder and Roaster, is often processing several orders, roasting coffee and delivering coffee across Spokane, Washington. "I cup three times a week and brew constantly," says Bryn. "When I’m not roasting, I’m planning—more wholesale, pop-ups, admin work. As a solo…

Shortly after tariffs first landed in early April 2025 with “Liberation Day,” most imports were given a 10% rate. That alone was disruptive—this was the first time in recent memory that U.S. coffee imports were hit with tariffs. The shock was immediate, the questions were many, and the impact was felt across the specialty coffee supply chain. Four months later,…

In recent years, consumer demand for more sustainable coffee and traceability has sky-rocketed. People look to certified coffees for sustainability and ethical practices in farming and in business. For coffee drinkers, certified coffees have gone from a niche preference to a defining market force. Today’s coffee drinkers—especially younger and more values-conscious consumers—are looking beyond origin and roast level. They’re paying…

For many, coffee is a daily ritual. For those in the business, it's a volatile global commodity—and in 2025, it’s proving more unpredictable than ever. Prices are swinging, trade policies are shifting, and supply chains are once again under pressure. After months of relative calm, the coffee market is showing signs of stress that could ripple through every level of…

Roaster Profile: Milestone Coffee Roasting & Café Location: Montrose, Pennsylvania Founder and Roast Master: Matt Ford GO Customer Since 2023 From humble beginnings to a bustling café in the heart of Montrose, Pennsylvania, Milestone Coffee Roasting & Café is rooted in passion, persistence, and a powerful metaphor: chasing milestones. Tatyana and Matthew Ford with Milestone Coffee Roasting bag Matt Ford…

What is decaf coffee? Simply put, decaffeinated coffee is coffee that has had most of its caffeine removed. For many, caffeine is the main reason they drink coffee—but for others, it can cause jitters, disrupt sleep, or trigger other sensitivities. That’s where decaf coffee comes in. While your typical 8oz cup of coffee contains anywhere from 50 to 160 milligrams…

If you’ve roasted or even sipped a cup of coffee today, you’ve taken part in a global chain that’s under serious pressure—and serious transformation. Climate change is hitting coffee hard, but the fight for sustainable coffee is underway and it’s gaining traction! From seed to cup, a diverse mix of actors including scientists, farmers, corporations, and NGOs are rewriting coffee’s…