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This Week’s Headlines
Cartel Roasting Co. Takes Home Two Silver Medals At The Global Coffee Awards
Arizona-based roaster Cartel Roasting Co. was recognized in two Ready to Drink categories. The awards specifically highlight its Cold Brew and Sonoran Standard Cold Brew offerings.
Source: Sprudge
Coffee Design: Look Alive Coffee In St. Petersburg, Florida
This feature takes a look at the fresh packaging design coming out of Look Alive Coffee based in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Source: Sprudge
Weekly Coffee News: Marketplace Launches + Dolly’s New Coffee Commercial
The latest industry roundup covers marketplace launches, career opportunities, and a new coffee commercial featuring Dolly. Map It Forward also launched the CoffeeListings.com marketplace.
Source: Daily Coffee News
Why These Coffee Businesses Are Replacing Espresso With Cold Brew
While espresso has historically dominated café menus, modern coffee carts and concept shops are increasingly putting cold brew in the spotlight. Expect to see cold brew continue shifting the balance on beverage menus as new shop formats emerge.
Source: Fresh Cup
Build-Outs Of Coffee: Phil & Sebastian In Calgary, Alberta
Phil & Sebastian are featured in the build-out series with their location in Calgary, Alberta.
Source: Sprudge
The Bottom Line
From award-winning cold brews and new retail packaging to shifting menu trends like cold brew replacing espresso in concept shops, the industry continues to evolve across formats and regions. Watch for more operational shifts as mobile carts and alternative shop styles reshape everyday service.
Sources
- Cartel Roasting Co. Takes Home Two Silver Medals At The Global Coffee Awards
- Coffee Design: Look Alive Coffee In St. Petersburg, Florida
- Weekly Coffee News: Marketplace Launches + Dolly’s New Coffee Commercial
- Why These Coffee Businesses Are Replacing Espresso With Cold Brew
- Build-Outs Of Coffee: Phil & Sebastian In Calgary, Alberta
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