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The Rest of the Cup: How Coffee Science Is Moving Past Caffeine

Recent controlled and observational studies agree on coffee benefits, but point in opposite directions regarding which part of the daily cup actually protects the brain.

B2B · · 7 min read

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    Nespresso Vs Keurig: Which Sells Cheaper Coffee Pods?

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  2. A former corporate professional in Manila decided to launch an independent coffee venture with minimal startup capital right as the pandemic hit. How a modest neighborhood endeavor navigated uncertain times into widespread national expansion.

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    Anna Magalona-Go’s story, BUT FIRST, COFFEE

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  3. Sprudge has named Kafiex Roasters co-founder Seidy Selivanow to its latest class of industry honorees. A conversation with the Vancouver, Washington roaster explores the background and values that shaped her path.

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  4. Decades of shifting medical advice have left consumers uncertain about how their daily brew impacts heart function. A review of American Heart Association guidance re-examines the long-standing debate over caffeine and cardiovascular wellness.

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    Ask Dr. Scott: Coffee research perks up cardiovascular health debates

    Daily Republic · · 1 min read

  5. Costa Coffee is overhauling its approach across global transit hubs as traveller expectations shift well beyond simple speed. The chain is exploring how distinct store formats can address different stages of the airport journey.

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    How passenger expectations are reshaping Costa Coffee’s airport strategy

    World Coffee Portal · · 1 min read

  6. A government reintegration program in Manila is preparing distressed overseas workers for a fresh start behind the espresso bar, with a regional coffee chain stepping up to interview the first graduates.

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    Returning OFWs train as baristas, with coffee shop jobs waiting after

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  7. Budget milk frothers often struggle to balance silky microfoam with reliable performance across plant-based milks. A hands-on evaluation examines whether Lavazza's compact countertop model can bridge that gap.

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    TechRadar · · 7 min read

  8. While modern specialty coffee emphasizes single origins and cutting-edge hardware, traditional Italian home espresso relies on an entirely different set of priorities when selecting beans.

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    Choosing Espresso Beans Like an Italian: A Buyer’s Guide for the Home Bar

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  9. As national drive-thru chains rapidly open locations across central Illinois, independent cafes are facing sudden corporate competition. How one longtime local operator weathered the arrival of major regional rivals.

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    Local coffee shop owner unfazed by competition as new chains move into area

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  10. When a California educator decided to leave the classroom during the pandemic, she turned toward specialty roasting for her second act. Her new business model relied on combining artisan beans with an unexpected community teaching angle.

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    Business Journal October 2026: Former teacher unleashes dream as coffee roaster

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  11. After more than a decade catering to Perth's industrial workforce, mobile chain Rawsters is opening up its business model to prospective franchisees.

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  12. A newly opened storefront in Richmond's historic Shockoe Bottom neighborhood aims to turn daily caffeine purchases into social impact. The venture channels its proceeds into a specific community mission.

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  13. A 15-year study tracking 30,000 American adults examined how the nutritional profile of a daily cup has shifted despite steady drinking volumes. Researchers set out to determine which common additive is responsible for the changing caloric balance.

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    Your Daily Coffee May Contain More Calories Than Before, and Sugar Isn't the Biggest Reason: Study

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  14. New South Wales is rolling out a major plastics overhaul targeting the hundreds of millions of disposable cups discarded across the state each year. Cafe operators are now bracing for staged operational mandates that will reshape daily takeaway service.

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    The end of cheap takeaway cups? What the new NSW plastics overhaul means for your daily coffee

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  15. Folgers has anchored American kitchen counters and diner mugs for generations, but modern consumer sentiment tells a shifting story. A closer look at online customer feedback reveals where the heritage mass-market brand is falling short for everyday drinkers.

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    4 Frequent Customer Complaints About Folgers Coffee

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  17. Tata-owned fashion retailer Trent spent months negotiating to embed cafes across its Westside and Zudio stores, but talks with Tata Starbucks collapsed over format and floor-space control.

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    A Fresh Brew: Trent set to serve up Caffe Nero at Westside, Zudio outlets

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  18. Starbucks commands premium prices while sustaining steady customer volume across global storefronts. A breakdown of the chain's commercial strategy examines the primary revenue engines underpinning its resilience against softening consumer demand.

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  20. A Boston creative teamed up with a local roaster to launch an ambitious one-day pop-up promising entirely free coffee to hundreds of neighbors.

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