How much do competition coffees cost?
Since its inception in 2000, the World Barista Championship has showcased some of the most exclusive and high-end coffees in the world. Along with other...
Mel is a barista trainer and staff writer based in Los Angeles. She has an M.S. from U.C. Davis in International Agricultural Development.
How can data be used to improve espresso extraction?
There has never been as much of a focus on improving espresso extraction as there is today. Thanks to the growth of specialty coffee, more...
How can coffee professionals use technology to comply with new EU deforestation regulations?
Among the many sustainability issues in global agriculture, deforestation is one of the most prominent – including in coffee production. Experts estimate that large-scale agriculture...
Why are distribution and tamping so important for quality espresso?
When it comes to preparing high-quality espresso shots, baristas have to consider a number of different variables. Dose, yield, extraction time, grind size, and water...
Should the World Barista Championship also be in Spanish?
The World Barista Championship (WBC) is one of the most prestigious events in the coffee industry. Not only is the competition a vehicle for innovation...
Why isn’t soy milk popular any more?
In coffee shops around the world, plant milks have never been so popular. In fact, according to Meticulous Market Research, the value of the global...
How much of the final price of a cup of coffee do farmers receive?
Over the past year or so, coffee prices have been steadily increasing. The first sign that prices would increase was a sudden frost which hit...