A daily briefing for coffee professionals, hosts, and disciplined drinkers.
Here's what crossed our desk this morning - Curated for those who care how coffee is sourced, prepared, and served, not just how fast it sells.
Today's Notes
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European cafés quietly resist takeaway culture
Operators in Austria and Italy are tightening takeaway options, citing margin erosion and brand dilution. The in-house ritual is back in focus.
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U.S. specialty roasters face rising logistics costs
Smaller roasters report increased freight and packaging expenses, pushing some toward limited releases instead of yea-round SKU's.
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Hotels rethink in-room coffee standards
Boutique hotels are moving away from generic pods, experimenting with curated single-origin programs to differentiate guest experience.
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