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The Worldwide Espresso Conference is Coming to Trieste, Italy, in 2026
The Worldwide Espresso Conference (ICC) shall be held in Trieste, Italy, in October of this yr. Study extra and get tickets right here.
Philz Espresso CEO Apologizes After Elimination of Pleasure Flags
Espresso chain Philz Espresso just lately stirred controversy after a call to take away Pleasure flags from their storefronts. CEO Mahesh Sadarangani has since apologized for the transfer.
“The Pleasure flag is a logo of security and belonging for individuals who don’t at all times discover that on the earth, and that’s not one thing I wish to take away from anybody who walks right into a Philz,” he shared in a firm assertion.
Restricted Version Launch from Espresso Undertaking NY Funds Psychological Well being Assets for Ladies Farmers
Espresso Undertaking New York has introduced the discharge of a restricted version espresso, a washed Colombian Caturra from producer Nidia Ramirez Correcha in Tolima. Gross sales will assist increase funds for SANA Program: a nonprofit increasing entry to psychological well being sources for girls espresso farmers.
Luckin Espresso Declares Blue Bottle Acquisition
Centurium Capital, the biggest shareholder of Chinese language espresso chain Luckin Espresso has acquired Blue Bottle, after Nestlé introduced plans to promote it late final yr.
Brazil Predicted to Have a Report Harvest in 2026
Current estimates from StoneX present that Brazil is on monitor for a considerably bigger harvest this yr. Click on right here to be taught extra.
Second Brewlette Competitors Will Take Place in Conjunction with Espresso Fest Chicago
Introduced by Counter Tradition Espresso, guide coffee-brewing competitors Brewlette will host its second competitors in Chicago, Illinois, on June 14, 2026, alongside Espresso Fest Chicago. For extra data, click on right here.
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