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Panama’s Hacienda La Esmeralda Breaks Espresso World Data at Better of Panama Competitors
Panama’s Hacienda La Esmeralda obtained historic scores on the 2025 Better of Panama competitors, breaking world information with their washed and pure Geshas (98.00 factors and 97.00 factors, respectively) and reaching first place within the varietal class at 92.88 factors. That is the primary time in historical past that one property has gained all three classes.
Starbucks Hops on Social Media’s “Protein Craze” with a Protein-Packed Chilly Foam
Chilly foam is certainly one of Starbucks’ hottest add-ons, and really quickly, clients will be capable to get theirs filled with as a lot protein as their morning omelette. The espresso large is testing out a “Banana Protein Chilly Foam,” which could have 15 grams of protein per serving—an apt response to the “protein craze” presently trending on social media.
World AeroPress Championship Pronounces Their 2025 Grand Finale Will Take Place in Seoul, South Korea
On December 5-6, 2025, opponents from over 60 international locations will collect for the 2025 World AeroPress Championship in Seoul, South Korea. The occasion will happen at Studio Layer 41 in Seongsu-Dong, and early chicken tickets can be obtainable beginning in October. Click on right here to study extra.
Spherical Ok Brings “Busan Espresso Week” to New York Metropolis, Spotlighting South Korea’s Most Distinguished Espresso Manufacturers
New York Metropolis-based café Spherical Ok is celebrating their tenth anniversary by internet hosting a particular weekly sequence, “Busan Espresso Week.” Beginning June 14, the store will showcase completely different coffees and signature drinks from espresso manufacturers in Busan, South Korea, specializing in a distinct firm every week for over a month.
Dutch Bros is Shifting Their Headquarters to Phoenix, Arizona
Dutch Bros is relocating their headquarters from Grants Move, Oregon, to Phoenix, Arizona, after 33 years within the Beaver State. The corporate will preserve its authentic roastery and plans to open greater than 150 new places this yr.
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