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Sweetbird is in da house!

With summer here, the annual freak-fest that is Big Brother is well underway. Joining the loons, freaks and other miscreants in the ‘car-crash’ TV stalwart is none other than Coffee Industry legend and self confirmed real fruit fanatic – Sweetbird.



In a statement released through his publicist, Sweetbird has stated “I would like to make it clear that the resent lurid tabloid stories about me and a member of Girls Aloud are completely fictitious. I will be using my time in the Big… Continue

Added by Sweetbird on August 7, 2009 at 1:00am — 1 Comment

Your Customers Are Yelping. Are You?



Your Customers Are Yelping. Are You?



If you haven’t heard about Yelp yet, I think it’s time. Why? Because it’s FREE ADVERTISING for your coffee shop! …And because people are looking for local coffee shops like yours and they are finding them on Yelp.com or on a mobile device like the iPhone.



Yelp is a place where people to go to find the best local businesses. The best local businesses are determined by the customer… Continue

Added by Aaron C. Daywitt on August 6, 2009 at 9:00am — No Comments

Who coined the term "Third Wave" for coffee?

Interesting info from Trish Rothgeb (formerly Skeie), who was one of the first, here -- http://bit.ly/BHrhP

Added by Melissa Allison on August 5, 2009 at 1:16pm — No Comments

Compak K10 Doserless: A first look review

For the past two years in the barista community, the constant buzz in terms of new equipment has rested in two places; controlling temperature/pressure and grind quality. It became apparent as Kyle Glanville walked into competition with a yet unnamed Mazzer doserless grinder that there was a new game in town; no more clacking and pulling; no more left dose and excess spillage. Since that time the Robur E has emerged with a glowing electric hopper lid and a not-so-glowing price bracket in the… Continue

Added by Chris DeMarse on August 5, 2009 at 12:18pm — 1 Comment

Is Ethiopian commodity exchange good for the growers?

The Ethiopian Commodity Exchange (ECX) was established with an ambitious goal of eliminating food shortages and hunger in Ethiopia by creating an efficient marketing system for agricultural commodities. Barely two months after its launch, the highly praised exchange platform found itself caught in the midst of the complex global coffee trade, an undertaking that is entirely different and farther from its original vision of "revolutionizing" the inefficient domestic commodity… Continue

Added by samuel on August 5, 2009 at 6:54am — No Comments

Cesar Noe Castro Cacao visits El Salvador and trains Salvadoran Baristas for New Coffee Shop Opening in September 09

¡Noe Castro Cacao visits El Salvador, Central America!



Noe Castro Cacao, International Barista professional, with more than 8 years experience, came to El Salvador and trained Zegsa Inversiones S.A. de C.V.'s personnel.



La Libertad, El Salvador, Central America, Friday 31st of July 2009 – Zegsa Inversiones S.A. de C.V. is preparing to open the doors of its new Coffee Shop in El Salvador, Central America. “ We’ve put a lot of effort into this project and have decided to… Continue

Added by Jonathan Rodriguez on August 2, 2009 at 12:00am — 1 Comment

Zoka opens Third Wave coffeehouse next week

In Kirkland, with a Slayer and La Marzocco's revived paddle machine. More here: http://bit.ly/a31cK

Added by Melissa Allison on July 31, 2009 at 6:07pm — 1 Comment

Check out Fresh Cup's August issue!

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Features:



Leave a Message

Making new and old marketing methods work for you

By Chris Ryan



Nine Bars

Power up your profits with… Continue

Added by Fresh Cup Magazine on July 30, 2009 at 11:05am — No Comments

New coffee in from Guatemala

Guatemala Antigua

Los Volcanes



No specific story on this offering from Antigua, just a satifying example of an age old classic.



Acid- 7

Body- 8

Texture- Juicy round body with hints of powdery grit, softens in texture as it cools.

Flavor- when ground this coffee smells exceptionally clean, orange and grapefruit acidity, milk chocolate and the expected sweet caramel. No sign of any vegetal notes. Get it wet and it stays that way, clean and chocolately… Continue

Added by scott@herkimercoffee.com on July 30, 2009 at 10:39am — No Comments

Seattle coffeehouses + air conditioning = Relief

http://bit.ly/1ofVc

Added by Melissa Allison on July 30, 2009 at 10:19am — No Comments

What would this coffee retail store be worth?

I am looking at a second location and there is a store available for sale. What would you pay?

10 years under same ownership. Beautiful interior. All equipment is in excellent condition. 60% is coffee beverages, the rest bakery, grilled panini sans. Reported sales in 2007- $170K. 2008- $206K and looks like this year will be about $190K. 5 years left on lease at $725/month with option to renew lease.

Added by ray peck on July 28, 2009 at 9:35pm — 2 Comments

Barista Vanuatu Competition

I have been emailing with Joanne, who organizes the Barista Vanuatu event which is to be held the 11th 12th and 13th of November in Port Vila Vanuatu. This competition sounds AMAZING, and is open to both locals, as well as international competitors (two competitions). Below is more info on the competition and contact Joanne with any questions. I spent some time in the South Pacific as a kid, and it is the most beautiful place on earth. I want to go!!! :)



- Matt… Continue

Added by Matt Milletto on July 27, 2009 at 9:38am — 1 Comment

Self Contained espresso cart - turn key business - $6800.00 for all

It is self contained cart - fully equipped with refrigerator- water pumps, #4-5 gallons water tanks, 1-8gallon-reservoir tank- pressure pump. all in good condition.



Espresso machine- Lasanmarco - Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine-With 2 Spirt Brewer Heads.

Oversized Nickel plated Copper boiler - Copper for resiliency, flexibility and heat conductivity

Super-fast TOGGLE steam and water control valves providing remarkable speed and ease of use.

Two head espresso diffusers,… Continue

Added by Settie Safa on July 23, 2009 at 3:19pm — 1 Comment

Should coffee shops sell wine and beer?

I'm taking a poll and would love to know what you think.
http://bit.ly/jGw4L

Added by Melissa Allison on July 23, 2009 at 12:22pm — 4 Comments

DETAILS Magazine names Counter Culture #1 Industry Innovator

This is awesome! Counter Culture Coffee is So Good!!



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The August 2009 issue of DETAILS Magazine lists Counter Culture Coffee as #1 among five industry innovators.In the article "How to Really Make Coffee" by J.J. Goode, the August 2009 issue of DETAILS Magazine lists Counter Culture Coffee as #1 among five industry "innovators creating coffees that have the complexity of fine wines." About Counter Culture, Goode writes:

Before coffee is transformed into beans,… Continue

Added by Tony Bowles on July 22, 2009 at 11:31am — No Comments

Fresh Cup Magazine names Associate Editor

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PORTLAND, Ore.—(July 22, 2009) Fresh Cup Magazine is pleased to announce the hiring of Dan Leif to the position of Associate Editor. He previously worked as a copy editor at New York City-based marketing industry trade publication Advertising Age, where he edited and wrote headlines for dozens of stories each week in a fast-paced newsroom.



Leif is a 2005 graduate of Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School… Continue

Added by Fresh Cup Magazine on July 22, 2009 at 9:28am — No Comments

Free pastry or free wi-fi???

Okay - so like many of you, I'm on Facebook, and I saw the Starbucks Free Pastry Day event happening for today.



I think this is great marketing, and Starbucks hit a home run (with me at least) when they did the Vote Promo last November (anything to get people to vote is a-okay with me!). But, today - I was going to go into the Starbucks in my neighborhood (S. Beverly Drive - Beverly Hills, CA) but then I started to think about what I really wanted.



Did I really want a free… Continue

Added by Michele Large' on July 21, 2009 at 1:01pm — No Comments

What do you think of Starbucks' new store idea?

I'm taking a poll on the Starbucks that isn't a Starbucks. http://bit.ly/OJUNS

Added by Melissa Allison on July 17, 2009 at 1:16pm — 2 Comments

Featured Donor: DaVinci Gourmet

DaVinci Gourmet, the industry leader in gourmet syrups, is that rare company that extends support of the specialty coffee industry through the entire chain of supply – from coffee growers to beverages served worldwide. Whether it is sponsoring a myriad of barista competitions or providing menu and technical support to small cafes, many witness first hand DaVinci’s support. In particular is their exceptional support of Coffee… Continue

Added by Coffee Kids on July 17, 2009 at 12:54pm — No Comments

Staking my claim!

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Added by Michele Large' on July 16, 2009 at 8:17pm — No Comments

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