September 2026

A new study involving young coffee drinkers in Slovenia found that while they welcome the idea of sustainability in their coffee, factors such as convenience, price and routine are more……

Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week.  Editor’s note Arabica prices have fallen sharply this month. Brazil’s 2026/27 harvest is on track…

From koji-fermented lots to dashi-infused drinks, producers, baristas, and chefs are exploring how coffee can evoke umami, even when it contains little of the compound itself. BY BHAVI PATEL BARISTA…

You’ve probably heard both sides of this debate, with some baristas swearing that shiny beans mean fresh coffee and others insisting they’re stale. Answering “it depends” and leaving you holding…

The Specialty Coffee Association is giving $1 million to the University of California, Davis, to establish an ongoing fellowship for graduate-level coffee research. The new Specialty Coffee Association Endowed Fellowship……

Analyzing the DNA of more than 125,000 people, researchers in Montreal found specific genes that may shape people’s coffee preferences. BY BHAVI PATEL BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Elizabeth…

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Key takeaways The Global Coffee Awards (GCA) honour the world’s best roasters and the producers behind their coffees. The Latin America edition was held on 12 August 2026. Café Baluarte…

Coffee cocktails, Greek mythology, mindset advice, and a writing talent that catches you off guard—Game Changer is a harder book to categorize than it first appears.  BY VASILEIA FANARIOTI SENIOR…