Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. Editor’s note Keurig Dr Pepper has agreed to an $18 billion merger with JDE Peet’s, creating a new powerhouse in the global coffee sector. The deal will result in the formation of Global Coffee Co., responsible for $16 billion in […] The post Coffee News Recap, 29 Aug: Keurig Dr Pepper seals $18bn deal for JDE Peet’s, Coca-Cola considers sale of Costa Coffee & other stories appeared first on Pe...| Perfect Daily Grind
High green coffee prices have become a new normal for the coffee industry – and they’re reshaping consumer behaviour. Many roasters have raised their menu prices to manage tight margins, passing additional expenses onto already cost-conscious customers. Some may pivot to more affordable blends or single origins in response, while still staying loyal to their […] The post As retail prices rise, will consumers favour smaller, local roasters? appeared first on Perfect Daily Grind.| Perfect Daily Grind
Coffee and wine have always shared similarities: emphasis on craftsmanship, expression of terroir, processing, varieties, sensory appreciation, and ritualistic consumption. So for a growing number of businesses, serving wine has felt like a natural extension of their focus on specialty coffee. Cafés and roasters such as the UK’s Notes Coffee and Kofra, the US’ Bartavelle, […] The post Coffee by day, wine by night: How cafés could boost profits appeared first on Perfect Daily Grind.| Perfect Daily Grind
“Would you like that hot or iced?”: a now standard question in many cafés around the world. There’s a cold revolution in the coffee industry – and it’s more than just a seasonal trend. Iced and cold coffee beverages are rapidly becoming a key part of modern café culture. They now account for more than […] The post Iced drinks have changed workflow: How baristas can adapt appeared first on Perfect Daily Grind.| Perfect Daily Grind
Brand differentiation has always been a key part of specialty coffee. Roasters emphasise their commitment to quality, sustainability, craft, and consistency to retain customers and draw in new ones. But rising inflation rates and record green coffee prices are forcing businesses to rethink their strategies. Simultaneously, market competition has intensified, which pushes roasters and coffee […] The post More roasters are rebranding than ever before – but it’s easier said than done appea...| Perfect Daily Grind
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the previous week. Here are this week’s stories.| Perfect Daily Grind
Freshness, a prerequisite for quality roasted coffee, is equally essential for green coffee. Many agree that green coffee retains its freshness for up to a year when packaged and stored correctly. This is especially true during transit; shipments spend weeks on board cargo ships to reach importers and roasters in majority-consuming countries. But for roasters […] The post Why freshly roasted coffee often tastes better at origin appeared first on Perfect Daily Grind.| Perfect Daily Grind
The global coffee industry is under increasing financial strain. As economic instability persists into 2025, roasters are navigating rising costs across every part of their operations – from green coffee to packaging, equipment, labour, and logistics. These cumulative pressures are not only squeezing margins but also leading many roasters to delay supplier payments beyond coffee […] The post Why roasters are delaying more payments, not just for green coffee appeared first on Perfect Daily...| Perfect Daily Grind
Plant milks, especially oat-based drinks, became ubiquitous with specialty coffee in the mid-2010s. But the recent growing movement against ultra-processed foods could mean dairy is reclaiming the top spot in coffee shops. Prominent roasters like Stumptown, Blue Bottle, and Onyx Coffee Lab defaulted to oat milk as its popularity soared over the last few years. […] The post Is dairy making a comeback in specialty coffee? appeared first on Perfect Daily Grind.| Perfect Daily Grind
As roasters grow, many consider expanding beyond their local market and communities, either nationwide or internationally| Perfect Daily Grind
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the previous week. Here are this week’s stories.| Perfect Daily Grind
Craft beer is struggling, but its market challenges aren’t unique; specialty coffee is facing similar hurdles. What can roasters learn?| Perfect Daily Grind
It has never been more financially straining to run a roastery, but community engagement remains a pillar of coffee shop culture.| Perfect Daily Grind
Starting a “passion-project” micro coffee roastery is a dream many have. But the current realities of the industry dispel this idealism.| Perfect Daily Grind
Year: 2025| Perfect Daily Grind
Roasters who once asserted that their higher coffee prices were fairer for producers now need to communicate this in different ways.| Perfect Daily Grind
Customised drinks don’t have to mean a loss of coffee quality and brand identity, especially when done with intention.| Perfect Daily Grind
Industry events have always reflected trends in the wider coffee industry, but the format of trade shows is changing.| Perfect Daily Grind
Month: July 2025| Perfect Daily Grind
Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the previous week. Here are this week’s stories.| Perfect Daily Grind
Gen Z are struggling with stress and anxiety, but often opt for sugary coffee drinks. Shouldn’t healthy black coffee be their favourite?| Perfect Daily Grind
Puerto Rican coffee has defied the odds, emerging stronger after facing decades of adversity, and specialty coffee is leading the charge.| Perfect Daily Grind
Infused coffees have been one of the most contentious topics in specialty coffee over the past five years. Have opinions changed?| Perfect Daily Grind
Successfully diversifying product requires coffee roasters to stay ahead of consumer trends while maintaining their quality commitments.| Perfect Daily Grind
Despite the administrative simplifications, numerous challenges persist in EUDR implementation that coffee businesses must address.| Perfect Daily Grind
Increasingly used as a base ingredient in lattes and customised drinks, matcha’s booming popularity can’t be ignored.| Perfect Daily Grind
At some point, a coffee shop will have to deal with staff shortages – but knowing how to manage them effectively is key.| Perfect Daily Grind
Now more than ever, there are many types of milk available on the market – but which one is best for latte art?| Perfect Daily Grind
A sudden rush of customers can be an everyday occurrence for most coffee shops, so how can baristas optimise their workflow to handle them?| Perfect Daily Grind
Month: May 2024| Perfect Daily Grind
For many baristas, passion for coffee is one of the main motivations in their job role, but what career opportunities are available to them?| Perfect Daily Grind
Dialling in espresso is a daily routine for every barista. It is an essential process that ensures customers receive the best tasting and most consistent coffee possible.| Perfect Daily Grind
Customer satisfaction is a key aim for every coffee shop. By providing high quality food and drinks with friendly, efficient service, your customers will be happy and loyal, leading to long-term business success.| Perfect Daily Grind
If we want to build a sustainable coffee industry, investing in barista training is essential – especially for younger generations.| Perfect Daily Grind
The EU's new deforestation regulations are set to have a huge impact on the coffee industry, so how can roasters and traders comply?| Perfect Daily Grind
There are many ways to improve barista workflow, but espresso machine automation is one of the most efficient and effective.| Perfect Daily Grind
Alternative milks are only getting more popular with each passing year. Oat milk sales in the US increased by 171% between 2018 and 2019, and the UK plant milk market was valued at US $320 billion last year.| Perfect Daily Grind
