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Trish Rothgeb and Jay Lijewski Co-Host New Espresso Speak Present “The Shift”

Movie home Image Day has launched a brand new coffee-themed discuss present on YouTube referred to as “The Shift,” co-hosted by trade veterans Trish Rothgeb and Jay Lijewski. The sequence will carry collectively trade members for candid, roundtable-style discussions concerning the tradition, challenges, and group of the espresso world.

“The vibe is dialog, not interview. No filters, no agenda. Simply what’s top-of-mind from a number of the finest thinkers within the espresso trade,” says Trish. Click on right here to observe the primary episode.

Single O Opens Day-to-Evening Café in Kanda, Japan

After a decade within the Japanese market, Sydney, Australia-based espresso firm Single O has opened up a full-service, day-to-night café in Kanda, Japan. The 50-seat venue is open seven days per week, providing brunch, baked items, and low by day, and wine, cocktails, and snacks by night time.

For extra data, click on right here.

Fellow’s First Espresso Machine is Out there for Pre-Order

Fellow Merchandise has launched their first-ever espresso machine: the Espresso Sequence 1—what they name “the brand new customary for house espresso machines.” The system is constructed to cater to each espresso newcomers and seasoned baristas, and is out there for pre-order right here.

The SCA is Taking Over the Q Grader Program

The Specialty Espresso Affiliation (SCA) and the Espresso High quality Institute (CQI) have introduced that they’re evolving the content material of the Q Grader program and transitioning its administration.

As of October 1, 2025, the SCA shall be working an developed Q Grader program based mostly on the Espresso Worth Evaluation (CVA), and CQI will not be concerned within the operations of the Q Grader Program.

For extra data on the developed Q Grader license, click on right here.

Espresso Surpasses Bottled Water as Prime Bought Beverage within the U.S.

In accordance with the most recent biannual espresso market report from the U.S. Nationwide Espresso Affiliation (NCA), espresso has topped bottled water as probably the most bought beverage within the nation. On-line espresso gross sales are additionally on the rise, with 14% of individuals reporting buying espresso on-line in 2025, in comparison with 7% in 2020.

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