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

July 27, 2026 Comments Off

The FDA has now closed public comment on the usage of methylene chloride in the coffee decaffeination process, with a decision yet to be made. BY BHAVI PATEL BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo courtesy of […]

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

In South Africa, 70-80% of Deaf adults are unemployed: a statistic that one coffee company has set out to change. [...]
Uganda is Making Waves in the Specialty-Coffee Scene

July 14, 2026 Comments Off on Uganda is Making Waves in the Specialty-Coffee Scene

Long overlooked in the specialty sector, Ugandan coffee producers broke records at a Mountain Harvest auction earlier this month. BY [...]
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

Drying coffee on raised beds is a common practice in Kenya’s coffee-growing regions. But how exactly does it impact coffee [...]

The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry

July 10, 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 NCA Urges Addition [...]
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
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

Unique from Bangkok or Chiang Mai, Surin has a vibrant specialty-coffee world of its own. BY MICHAELA TOMCHEK BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos by Michaela Tomchek unless otherwise noted Just four hours away from the country’s [...]
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
The Barista League Brings Energy, Enthusiasm and Excitement to Mexico City

June 25, 2026 Comments Off on The Barista League Brings Energy, Enthusiasm and Excitement to Mexico City
How to Get the Most Out of Your Online Marketplace

June 24, 2026 Comments Off on How to Get the Most Out of Your Online Marketplace
Emotional Intelligence: The Leadership Skill Specialty Coffee Can’t Afford to Ignore

June 23, 2026 Comments Off on Emotional Intelligence: The Leadership Skill Specialty Coffee Can’t Afford to Ignore
Here’s Why You Should Come to Camp Coffee Shop

June 22, 2026 Comments Off on Here’s Why You Should Come to Camp Coffee Shop

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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