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[ July 31, 2026 ] Victory at The Barista League Asia: Surf Coffee Wins for the Second Year Running Competitions
[ July 30, 2026 ] Coffee Prices Are Up, But More Consumers Are Buying Whole-Bean Coffee Than Ever Before Trends
[ July 29, 2026 ] Inside the International Women’s Coffee Alliance’s 2025 Annual Report Women in Coffee
[ July 28, 2026 ] China Sees Boom in Coffee Demand + Opens Market to African Producers News
[ July 27, 2026 ] Will the FDA Ban Methylene Chloride in Decaf Coffee? The Industry is Awaiting a Decision News

Surf Coffee on stage at The Barista League Asia 2026

Victory at The Barista League Asia: Surf Coffee Wins for the Second Year Running

July 31, 2026 Comments Off

Back in Tokyo, back on stage, and back on top—Vasilina Levina and Kirill Gorelov of Russia’s Surf Coffee made history at TBL Asia 2026 with a back-to-back win. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTI SENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos […]

Coffee Prices Are Up, But More Consumers Are Buying Whole-Bean Coffee Than Ever Before

July 30, 2026 Comments Off on Coffee Prices Are Up, But More Consumers Are Buying Whole-Bean Coffee Than Ever Before

Though coffee prices are at a peak, the Financial Times reports that whole-bean coffee sales are also rising, suggesting a [...]
Inside the International Women’s Coffee Alliance’s 2025 Annual Report

July 29, 2026 Comments Off on Inside the International Women’s Coffee Alliance’s 2025 Annual Report

In their 2025 annual report, the International Women’s Coffee Alliance (IWCA) reflects on their work to close the gender gap [...]
China Sees Boom in Coffee Demand + Opens Market to African Producers

July 28, 2026 Comments Off on China Sees Boom in Coffee Demand + Opens Market to African Producers

With an expanded import policy, African coffee is gaining wider access to China’s growing coffee market. BY DANIEL MURAGA BARISTA [...]
Will the FDA Ban Methylene Chloride in Decaf Coffee? The Industry is Awaiting a Decision

July 27, 2026 Comments Off on Will the FDA Ban Methylene Chloride in Decaf Coffee? The Industry is Awaiting a Decision

The FDA has now closed public comment on the usage of methylene chloride in the coffee decaffeination process, with a [...]
The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry

July 24, 2026 Comments Off on The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry

Our recurring round-up of the latest specialty-coffee industry news. FROM STAFF REPORTS Featured image by Joshua Earle Weber Workshops’ Unibasket® [...]

Looking Ahead to the Next Chapter of the U.S. Coffee Championships

July 23, 2026 Comments Off on Looking Ahead to the Next Chapter of the U.S. Coffee Championships

After an exciting year of competition, we get an inside look at what’s next for the U.S. Coffee Championships in [...]
A Deep Dive into Brussels’ Coffee History + Top Shops to Visit in the City

July 22, 2026 Comments Off on A Deep Dive into Brussels’ Coffee History + Top Shops to Visit in the City

An unfiltered look at Belgium’s colonial history + specialty-coffee culture in the country’s capital. BY ISABELLE MANI BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE [...]
How to Foster a Positive Work Environment: The Leadership Skills Needed to Succeed Beyond the Bar

July 21, 2026 Comments Off on How to Foster a Positive Work Environment: The Leadership Skills Needed to Succeed Beyond the Bar

While serving good coffee is important, it isn’t the only thing that makes a café great. Today, we explore why [...]
Test Drive: The Hario NEO—The Latest Upgrade to the V60

July 20, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The Hario NEO—The Latest Upgrade to the V60

A familiar shape, a radically different interior: Hario’s NEO is the V60 you already know, reimagined from the inside out. [...]
4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Davis, California

July 17, 2026 Comments Off on 4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Davis, California

Nestled in Northern California and known for its small-town feel, Davis is home to a growing specialty-coffee scene and a [...]

The Women Leading the Coffee Equipment-Service Trade

July 16, 2026 Comments Off on The Women Leading the Coffee Equipment-Service Trade

Meet the women paving the way for more inclusivity in a historically male-dominated field. BY JON FERGUSON FOR BARISTA MAGAZINE [...]
Empowering Deaf Baristas in Cape Town with I Love Coffee Group

July 15, 2026 Comments Off on Empowering Deaf Baristas in Cape Town with I Love Coffee Group
Uganda is Making Waves in the Specialty-Coffee Scene

July 14, 2026 Comments Off on Uganda is Making Waves in the Specialty-Coffee Scene
How Raised Drying Beds Are Improving Coffee Quality in Kenya

July 13, 2026 Comments Off on How Raised Drying Beds Are Improving Coffee Quality in Kenya
The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry

July 10, 2026 Comments Off on The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry
Highlights from World of Coffee Brussels 2026: Part Two

July 9, 2026 Comments Off on Highlights from World of Coffee Brussels 2026: Part Two
Highlights from World of Coffee Brussels 2026: Part One

July 8, 2026 Comments Off on Highlights from World of Coffee Brussels 2026: Part One

Summertime in Sapporo: 3 City Center Cafés to Check Out

July 7, 2026 Comments Off on Summertime in Sapporo: 3 City Center Cafés to Check Out

The capital of Hokkaido, Sapporo is well-known for its beer and ski slopes—but it’s also home to a vibrant specialty-coffee scene. BY JODEE FOK BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos by Jodee Fok On a summer midday, [...]
Transforming Kenyan Coffee into Wellness Products With Doris Obondo

July 6, 2026 Comments Off on Transforming Kenyan Coffee into Wellness Products With Doris Obondo
A Guide to Café Cleaning—From Bar to Behind the Scenes

July 2, 2026 Comments Off on A Guide to Café Cleaning—From Bar to Behind the Scenes
Addressing Burnout Across the Coffee Industry: How to Make Mental Health a Priority Behind the Bar

July 1, 2026 Comments Off on Addressing Burnout Across the Coffee Industry: How to Make Mental Health a Priority Behind the Bar
4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Surin, Thailand

June 30, 2026 Comments Off on 4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Surin, Thailand
Watermelon Seeds Are Hitting the Alternative Milk Scene

June 29, 2026 Comments Off on Watermelon Seeds Are Hitting the Alternative Milk Scene
The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry

June 26, 2026 Comments Off on The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry

A Deep Dive into Brussels’ Coffee History + Top Shops to Visit in the City

July 22, 2026 Comments Off on A Deep Dive into Brussels’ Coffee History + Top Shops to Visit in the City

An unfiltered look at Belgium’s colonial history + specialty-coffee culture in the country’s capital. BY ISABELLE MANI BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE [...]
4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Davis, California

July 17, 2026 Comments Off on 4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Davis, California
Summertime in Sapporo: 3 City Center Cafés to Check Out

July 7, 2026 Comments Off on Summertime in Sapporo: 3 City Center Cafés to Check Out
4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Surin, Thailand

June 30, 2026 Comments Off on 4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Surin, Thailand
6 Cool Cafés to Visit in Varkala Beach, Kerala, India

June 11, 2026 Comments Off on 6 Cool Cafés to Visit in Varkala Beach, Kerala, India

Summer Drink Roundup 2026: What Barista Magazine Readers Are Sipping This Season

June 16, 2026 Comments Off on Summer Drink Roundup 2026: What Barista Magazine Readers Are Sipping This Season

We asked our online readers what beverages they’re cooling down with this summer—and today, we’re sharing some of our favorites. [...]
Step into Spring: Fun + Easy Drink Inspiration for the Season

April 29, 2026 Comments Off on Step into Spring: Fun + Easy Drink Inspiration for the Season
Palm Sugar & Soul—How One Indonesian Recipe is Taking the World by Storm

April 20, 2026 Comments Off on Palm Sugar & Soul—How One Indonesian Recipe is Taking the World by Storm
How to Liven Up Café Drinks Without Relying on Sweeteners

April 16, 2026 Comments Off on How to Liven Up Café Drinks Without Relying on Sweeteners
Celebrate the Season of Love: Valentine’s Day Specials from 5 All-Star Baristas

February 13, 2026 Comments Off on Celebrate the Season of Love: Valentine’s Day Specials from 5 All-Star Baristas

Test Drive: The Hario NEO—The Latest Upgrade to the V60

July 20, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The Hario NEO—The Latest Upgrade to the V60

A familiar shape, a radically different interior: Hario’s NEO is the V60 you already know, reimagined from the inside out. [...]
Test Drive: The LIGRE Siji Espresso Grinder

May 27, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The LIGRE Siji Espresso Grinder
Test Drive: The LIGRE Youn

May 19, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The LIGRE Youn
Test Drive: The IKAPE KAPO K2 Pro Portable Espresso Machine

May 4, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The IKAPE KAPO K2 Pro Portable Espresso Machine
Test Drive: The emanuale

March 12, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The emanuale

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Victory at The Barista League Asia: Surf Coffee Wins for the Second Year Running

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Coffee Prices Are Up, But More Consumers Are Buying Whole-Bean Coffee Than Ever Before

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China Sees Boom in Coffee Demand + Opens Market to African Producers

Will the FDA Ban Methylene Chloride in Decaf Coffee? The Industry is Awaiting a Decision

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