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Nov 27, 2024 | 
intelligence.coffee | Michaela Tomchek
Skilled baristas are leaving specialty coffee for better-paying jobs in sectors like luxury & fashionThese brands can offer baristas up to double what specialty coffee shops paySpecialty coffee faces challenges as automation threatens to fill the talent gapWORKING in specialty coffee demands a unique blend of skills, time, dedication, professionalism, and passion. Yet, for many, turning a love of coffee into a sustainable career proves challenging.
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Nov 14, 2024 | 
intelligence.coffee | Michaela Tomchek |Jordan Montgomery
Aspirational marketing works well, but risks backlash if it lacks authenticityCeremonial cacao is booming in the US, sold as a mystical, ritual experience – though many claims remain unverifiedConsumer trust is dropping fast: only 50% of US consumers trust brands – and even fewer among Gen ZWHEN buying products, consumers are often driven by the desire for a specific feeling, the fulfilment of a dream, or a memorable experience.
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Oct 24, 2024 | 
intelligence.coffee | Michaela Tomchek |Jordan Montgomery
Coffee is central to Italian culture – but traditional espresso culture still dominatesIn 2018, Italy had 150,000 traditional coffee bars compared to only 100 specialty coffee shops But things are changing – younger people are pushing for slower, more mindful consumptionItaly has long been the bastion of traditional coffee culture, where espresso is king, and the ritual of a quick shot at the local bar has remained largely untouched for generations.
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Jul 4, 2024 | 
intelligence.coffee | Michaela Tomchek
Demand for organic products is rising – the global organic market was worth $133 billion in 2021 aloneMeanwhile, the demand for environmentally friendly cleaning products is also growingCoffee brands could tap into these trends by offering organic coffee from farm to cup – including brewingORGANIC is one of the most recognisable labels on the shelves, and demand for organic coffee is growing.
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Jun 13, 2024 | 
intelligence.coffee | Michaela Tomchek
35% of Mexico’s coffee production is reportedly “high-quality”As such, some exporters are moving into Mexico from origins such as ColombiaHowever, there are plenty of infrastructure challenges to consider“IN THE last five years many companies from different origins have arrived with the intention of exporting coffee from Mexico to other latitudes,” says Pablo Salazar Velasco, Director of Corporate Affairs at Cafeologia.
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Jun 12, 2024 | 
intelligence.coffee | Jordan Montgomery |Michaela Tomchek
Gimmicky event centrepieces are considered “old-school” but still popular at coffee trade showsThis is in contrast to minimum legal wages in some coffee-producing countries accounting for 44% to 66% of a living wageDespite this, brands continue to invest in party tricksTAKING A gamble on showy gimmicks is an old marketing trick – an easy (but expensive) way for brands to stand out and grab attention.
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Jun 7, 2024 | 
intelligence.coffee | Michaela Tomchek
Weekday breakfast transactions are down by more than 5% since 2019 in Melbourne Consumers worldwide seem to be going out less, but it’s more complicatedThere’s a long term shift towards artisanal and DIY, especially for younger generationsRECENT OBSERVATIONS in Australia point to a significant adjustment in consumer behaviour as people prioritise their spending amidst the rise of hybrid work arrangements and escalating living costs.
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Jun 5, 2024 | 
intelligence.coffee | Melina Devoney |Michaela Tomchek |Jordan Montgomery
Infused coffees took specialty coffee by storm, but has the trend run its course? Market data analyses reveal that high-scoring coffee varietals have the greatest impact on price, while processing methods have the leastDemand however remains strong for infused coffees, led by emerging markets like Asia and the Middle East IN 2015, whispers of new “infusion” processing methods echoed across the specialty coffee industry. The hook?
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May 31, 2024 | 
intelligence.coffee | Michaela Tomchek |Jordan Montgomery
The ICO says says traders are accelerating shipments ahead of the EUDRPotential non-compliance fines of up to 4% of an EU company’s turnover are a daunting prospect for coffee importersProducers and importers face uncertainty that makes risk management difficult and is already affecting pricingTHE EUROPEAN Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is due to kick off at the end of this year.
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May 30, 2024 | 
intelligence.coffee | Michaela Tomchek |Jordan Montgomery |Gabriella Oakley
Regenerative agriculture is gathering speed in the coffee sectorHowever, only 19% of people surveyed know about it — compared to 59% who know the organic labelRegenerative agriculture is more of a holistic approach than a certificationREGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE is on a fast track to becoming another sustainability buzzword. Like organic, the regenerative label promises consumers a commitment to environmental protection.
