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Caffè Culture asks the questions about the reality of supply chain sustainability
An expert panel from across the coffee supply chain converged at Caffè Culture last week and discussed how sustainable the supply chain can really be.
Caravan’s compostable coffee capsules make their retail debut
Caravan has teamed up with Waitrose to launch a selection of its home compostable coffee pods and premium coffee into the national retailer for an exclusive supermarket listing.
Cafédirect buys out UK-based Grumpy Mule
It is the first time a social enterprise focused on social impact for smallholder coffee farmers has acquired a larger private sector company.
Solo Coffee receives investment from Kliro Capital Partners
Kliro Capital Partners has made a minority investment in UK RTD coffee company, Solo Coffee Limited, which sells in over 2,000 outlets across the UK, as well as being available on Amazon and Ocado.
Little’s adds autumnal flavours to its instant coffee range
Devon-based flavoured instant coffee company, Little’s had released its autumn flavours, including Pumpkin Spice and Toffee Nut, all of which have no added sugar and are vegan friendly.
Bob & Berts expands its UK footprint
The independent UK coffee and food chain has expanded its footprint into Yorkshire as it prepares to open its 28th UK store in Wakefield on Monday 25 September.
Costa reveals its 2023 autumn range
Costa Coffee has launched its new autumn food and drink menu, which includes the return of its Maple Hazel range.
The Speciality & Fine Food Fair touts wellness and sustainability achievements
While sustainability and wellness are trends across almost all categories, the Speciality & Fine Food Fair demonstrated that they are a must for the specialty segment.
illycaffè launches new communication campaign
On air starting 18 September, the new campaign shows actress Matilda De Angelis highlighting the value of details, on which illy reveals the intricacy and care in making its coffee.
teapigs adds festive additions to its portfolio
UK-based teapigs is launching limited edition winter blends with their ginger bread brew, spiced pear and winter glühwein tea temples.
FDA to recognise coffee as a healthy food?
The designation of coffee as a “healthy” food by the FDA could have huge implications for many coffee companies, which would be able to label coffee as healthy on their packaging.
Though a bit cloudy now, the forecast for PL coffee and tea is sunny
The appeal of private label coffee and products varies greatly between Eastern European and Nordic states, with sales ranging from solid to tepid to even underperforming, but prospects for growth are strong in both categories. By Eugene Gerden
Coca-Cola’s 2Q 2023 EPS Surge 34%, Net Revenues Rise 6%
During its second quarter, Coca-Cola’s coffee business grew 5% while the tea business inched up 1%, and the company strengthened its sustainability commitment.
MOMO expands its kombucha portfolio with a new collaboration
MOMO Kombucha is launching its Watermelon Kombucha, in collaboration with Natoora, available from MOMO, Natoora, Planet Organic and Whole Foods from 25 July.