7+ hour, 57+ min ago  (832+ words) Virginia Lee | June 19, 2026 CHICAGO " Americans have developed an insatiable thirst for cold coffee, customizable energy drinks, and refreshers. That much was apparent at the recent Coffee Fest Chicago. Coffee shop owners and baristas gathered in the Windy City to learn…...

3+ day, 16+ hour ago  (573+ words) Marcy Kreiter | June 16, 2026 Children are consuming more caffeine than ever, and experts warn parents the trend may be dangerous. From cold brews and iced concoctions to canned energy drinks, teens and their younger siblings are consuming more than 100 milligrams of…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (644+ words) Beth Rush | June 1, 2026 Industry trends illustrate that private-label coffee has become a strategic growth lever for retailers looking to strengthen margins, differentiate offerings and build stronger customer loyalty. As broader private label adoption accelerates across food categories, coffee is emerging…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (767+ words) Anna Kinder | April 22, 2026 In its "5 Food and Drink Mega Trends for 2026" report, Mintel stated that consumers have begun to view sweet cocktails as "predictable" and "one-note," while savory flavors are increasingly being seen as more "premium," "intentional," and "exciting." Per…...

1+ mon, 4+ week ago  (402+ words) Marcy Kreiter | April 20, 2026 If you thought buying a cup of hot coffee at the corner caf" was expensive last year, just take a look at a menu today: The price is up 5. 4% from last year to an average of $3. 69 per…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (596+ words) George Hajjar | April 2, 2026 Move over, Starbucks, insurgent brands are taking over the beverage aisle. The ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee market size is projected to reach nearly $26. 2 billion in 2026, growing at a CAGR of 5. 5% through 2031. Although dominated by legacy players, accelerated interest…...

7+ mon, 9+ hour ago  (763+ words) George Hajjar | November 19, 2025 Following industry concerns of grocery price increases brought on by the Trump Administration's reciprocal tariff policy, recent rollbacks were announced for key food items, including beef, coffee, bananas, and more than 200 other foods. According to the White…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago  (388+ words) George Hajjar | February 3, 2026 The relationship between food and fashion has never been closer. From chic tea concepts, such as Hey Tea, positioning tea as a "fashionable commodity," to the iconic in-store Neiman Marcus Caf, more retailers are using cafes to…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago  (512+ words) Tess Owings | January 28, 2026 Even during times of economic hardship, coffee is a luxury that most consumers simply aren't willing to part with. And, according to a new report by Placer. ai, coffee was one of the strongest dining performers in…...

7+ mon, 3+ week ago  (463+ words) Anna Kinder | October 27, 2025 Although iced coffee is beloved by many, it'srarely enjoyed in its entirety due to its tendency to get watered down quickly and easily" especially in a warm place like Hawaii. However, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, a…...