Specialty Coffee Industry Blog

With the New Year on the horizon, it’s time to start thinking about how to market to those who want to make healthy changes. If you’d like to switch up your menu to offer more health-conscious or trendy options, we’re here to help you with inspiration. Here are a few of our favorite ideas for the New Year:  Expand Sugar-Free Syrup Options Customers with conditions such as diabetes or those who are trying to cut carbs will appreciate a wider array of sugar-free syrups. If you’re not currently offering sugar-free sweeteners, the beginning of 2023 is a great time to...

Gen Z refers to the generation of people born between 1997 and 2012. The oldest among this group are around 25 years old, meaning they’re often out of college and employed. Individuals in this group are younger than Millennials, and are already playing an important role in shaping the future of the coffee industry.  If you’re the owner of a coffee bar or are planning to launch your café, understanding the trends of this generation will be beneficial to your marketing strategy. Interested in learning more about how Gen Z is impacting our multi-billion dollar industry? Here’s a look into...

We love following the latest coffee industry data published by the National Coffee Association. This organization’s insights always prove interesting, and we’re excited to discuss the latest findings regarding coffee and the U.S. economy. Whether you’re thinking about opening a café or are simply a dedicated coffee enthusiast, we think you’ll find these stats enlightening:  Coffee is a Major Contributor to the U.S. Economy  Coffee is one of America’s most beloved beverages. According to a survey conducted by the National Coffee Association, coffee comes in ahead of tap water as the most commonly consumed beverage. Given that amazing statistic, it’s...

With the holiday season about to kick into full swing, you may be on the search for great gifts for the coffee lovers in your life. Whether you’re looking for a loved one (or yourself!), we’ve got some gift suggestions that are sure to warm any coffee enthusiast’s heart. Here’s what we’re excited about this year:  The Splurge: A Prosumer Espresso Machine When you want to wow the espresso connoisseur in your life, you can’t go wrong with a prosumer espresso machine. An option like the popular La Marzocco Linea Mini is perfect for home use and is a significant...

If you’re preparing to open a café, there’s no doubt that you’ve already realized how much planning goes into the process. There’s a lot to cover, which can leave you feeling overwhelmed. When you want to take some of the guesswork out of stocking your café with must-have equipment, take a look at our espresso machine packages.  We created these packages to simplify ordering and provide our clients with convenient, cost-effective options. Ready to learn more? Here are our best-selling product bundles:  La Marzocco Linea Mini + Lux D  La Marzocco Linea Mini and the Lux D coffee grinder are...