Environment
Clipper Teas Promises Plastic-Free Tea Bags for the Summer
After completing initial trials on a new substrate, ethical tea brand Clipper Teas has vowed to have a fully biodegradable tea bag in operation by the summer.
Starbucks to Close All Stores Nationwide for Racial-Bias Education on 29 May
Starbucks Coffee Company announced it will be closing its more than 8,000 company-owned stores in the United States on the afternoon of 29 May to conduct racial-bias education geared toward preventing discrimination in its stores.
Prop 65 Ruling Causes Confusion and Fear
On 29 March, a judge in California issued a proposed ruling against the coffee industry in a long-standing case involving the state’s Proposition 65, potentially leading to coffee carrying “cancer warning” labels.
The Eden Project Launches 100% Compostable Coffee Capsules
The Eden Project has launched a range of home compostable coffee capsules that directly addresses the problem of waste plastic.
US Withdraws from the International Coffee Agreement
The government of the United States has notified the International Coffee Organization (ICO) that it is withdrawing from the International Coffee Agreement 2007.
Sustainability Brews at McDonald’s
Its sustainability endeavours may well be McDonald’s best-kept secret because consumers are not aware of its long-term and expansive efforts.
CCEP Brings Honest Coffee to the UK
Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) has announced that it will be launching a range of premium RTD cold coffee in the UK this month.
Starbucks 1st Reserve Store Opens with Princi Bakery & Mixology Bar
Today, Starbucks Coffee Company opened its first Reserve store – its Seattle headquarters – a new store format from the company’s Siren Retail business dedicated to its premium Reserve brand.
Teatulia Raises a Cup and Funds for First Descents
As part of Teatulia and First Descents ongoing partnership, the Denver-based organic tea company has launched First Descents Energy Tea Wrap.
Dunkin’ Donuts Unveils Next Generation Concept Store
In the city where it opened its first location 68 years ago, Dunkin’ Donuts unveiled its next generation concept store on 16 January.
Abbotsford Road Coffee Specialists Opens in Brooklyn
Now open in Gowanus, New York, Abbotsford Road Coffee Specialists is the latest venture by Phil Di Bella of Australia’s Di Bella Coffee.
Asheville Tea Company Releases New Holiday Blends
Buying local and supporting local is a special part of Asheville’s thriving economy, community and culture.
New Opportunities for Single Origin and Specialty Teas
The growing demand for premium cups sees single origin and specialty teas gradually conquering Western tea lovers.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging, Origins, Sustainability
Coffee, Tea & Alcohol: Bringing the Crafts Together
It may seem like an unnatural relationship, but as the artisanal aspects of coffee, tea and alcohol continue to evolve, so do the opportunities to bring the products together to create new items and incremental revenues.