Each Friday, Good Every day Grind rounds up the highest espresso trade information from the week.
Editor’s observe
As soon as once more, espresso stays the US’ favorite beverage. The Nationwide Espresso Affiliation USA 2026 Nationwide Espresso Knowledge Tendencies (NCDT) Fall Report exhibits past-day espresso consumption holding regular at 66% of American adults, forward of each faucet and bottled water. Most past-day drinkers (83%) have espresso at house, however out-of-home consumption reached 38%, the best stage since January 2020.
Specialty espresso continues to overhaul conventional espresso amongst American adults – 48% had specialty espresso previously day, setting a brand new document. Espresso-based drinks similar to lattes, cappuccinos, and mochas drive a lot of this development. A document 47% of American adults had an espresso-based beverage previously week, up 17.5% since 2022.
These figures level to a maturing North American specialty espresso market, the place high quality issues greater than ever. Final week, the World Espresso Awards topped the perfect roasters within the US and Canada. Now, the awards have named the perfect roasters in Latin America, a market that’s rising quick.
Mexico’s Café Baluarte de Veracruz took the general win. Macizo Café De Altura from Colombia and De La Finca Specialty Espresso from Nicaragua additionally picked up high honours.
Entries for the World Espresso Awards Europe are nonetheless open, and all entries should arrive by 21 October.
On 18 and 19 March 2027, winners from Africa, MENA, Asia, the US and Canada, and Latin America will compete in opposition to European roasters to resolve the World’s Finest Roaster at Producer & Roaster Discussion board Mexico.
Prime tales of the week
- Mon, 14 Sep – Faema hosts I’m A Barista that includes Jack Simpson. The 2025 World Barista Champion and Faema World Model Ambassador took half in a panel and Q&A, moderated by PDG Español, with further visitor audio system from throughout the espresso trade. The occasion additionally included technical tasting periods, networking alternatives, a guided espresso tasting expertise, and an Oatly Throwdown. (Barcelona, Spain)
- Mon, 14 Sep – Brazil espresso exports rebound strongly in August. Cecafé reported that shipments totalled 4.155 million 60kg luggage, up 31% from August 2025 and the best determine ever recorded for August in any yr. Robusta shipments rose 53.6%, whereas arabica exports rose 25.7%. Export income elevated 19.8% to US$1.331bn. (Sao Paulo, Brazil)
- Wed, 16 Sep – BIGFACE and J Balvin collaborate to lift funds for Colombia earthquake reduction. Jimmy Butler’s espresso model BIGFACE has launched a brand new bundle to help earthquake reduction efforts in Colombia. It pairs El Capitán, BIGFACE’s Colombian mix omni-roast, with a limited-edition recycled nylon hat embroidered with a design that blends J Balvin’s lightning-eyes emblem with the BIGFACE smile. Priced at US$78, the bundle sends 100% of internet proceeds from each sale to Colombia Se Levanta, a fund supporting long-term reconstruction within the areas hit hardest by the August 10 earthquake. (Miami, Florida, US)
- Thu, 17 Sep – Starbucks reportedly considers promoting majority stake in Japan enterprise. The espresso large has approached a number of monetary advisers for pitches because it weighs choices for the enterprise, and a proper sale course of might start as early because the fourth quarter, in line with Reuters sources. The deal might worth the Japanese enterprise at round US$3bn. (Tokyo, Japan)
- Fri, 18 Sep – Pharrell Williams and Pusha T associate with Lavazza to launch Grindin Espresso. Longtime mates and collaborators Terrence “Pusha T” Thornton and Pharrell Williams launch their new espresso model, Grindin Espresso, powered by and in partnership with Lavazza. Grindin Espresso sources espresso from Central and South America and Southeast Asia, providing medium and darkish roasts. (Turin, Italy)
- Fri, 18 Sep – New public sale document set for Bolivian espresso. The personal on-line public sale, hosted by Takesi household property and digital platform M-Cultivo, commanded a record-breaking bid of US$3,100/kg for a pure Gesha. Throughout 4 unique micro-lots totalling 46kg, the public sale achieved a weighted common value of US$1,930.26/kg. 18 roasters from 11 nations took half. Three of the 4 tons have been gained by Espresso Lab within the United Arab Emirates, with the remaining lot secured by Momos Espresso from South Korea. (London, UK)
Business information
- Mon, 14 Sep – BRITA Skilled unveils the Prime 20 shortlist for Grounds of Innovation 2026. The fourth version of the competitors, celebrating creativity and innovation throughout the UK’s impartial cafe scene, organised by BRITA Skilled, has introduced the shortlist of high 20 impartial cafes. The listing contains Tabitha’s, FLTR Espresso, Espressobros, Fringe and Ginge, Behavior Espresso Firm, and extra. (London, UK)
- Mon, 14 Sep – La Marzocco to participate in Lodenfrey’s unique Oktoberfest 2026 collaboration. The luxurious division retailer has introduced collectively a curated mixture of native establishments and chosen companions for its Oktoberfest 2026 assortment. La Marzocco has created a devoted Munich Metropolis Information, bringing collectively a curated collection of locations that mirror the character of the town right this moment. It has additionally created a one-of-one customized Linea Micra, with a design impressed by the visible language of the merchandise assortment, in addition to Munich, Bavaria, and Oktoberfest. (Munich, Germany)
- Mon, 14 Sep – Paris Brothers publicizes new model identification as Paris Group. The group says the brand new identification displays the complete scope of a enterprise now spanning espresso sourcing and roasting, contract manufacturing, warehousing, achievement, distribution, and a portfolio of owned client manufacturers. (Kansas Metropolis, Missouri, US)
- Tue, 15 Sep – Groupe SEB appoints Loïc Moutault as the brand new CEO. With over 30 years of expertise in main international manufacturers, Loïc Moutault has been introduced as the brand new CEO of Groupe SEB, the worldwide skilled espresso machine and premium resort gear model, taking up from Stanislas de Gramont. (Écully, France)
- Tue, 15 Sep – Espresso Holding stories Q3 2026 outcomes. For the quarter ending 31 July 2026, the group reported complete internet gross sales of US$2.2m, a 9.3% lower from the identical time interval in 2025. The lower in internet gross sales was primarily attributable to the sustained decline in inexperienced espresso costs that started in late January and continued all through many of the quarter. (New York Metropolis, New York, US)
- Wed, 16 Sep – Manolo Bakes appoints David López as new World Enterprise Growth Director. The Spanish specialty espresso and bakery chain is unifying its nationwide and worldwide enlargement, specializing in Europe, Latin America, and the Center East. With a deal with worldwide enlargement, the corporate has appointed David Lopez as its new World Enterprise Growth Director. (Madrid, Spain)
- Wed, 16 Sep – Brazil on the spot espresso exports grew by 12.8% whereas home consumption grows by 11.9% in August. Based on a brand new report from the Brazilian Soluble Espresso Business Affiliation (Abics), exports of the product totaled 7,700 tonnes (equal to 333,700 60kg luggage) in August, a 24.9% enhance in comparison with the identical month in 2025. Within the first eight months of 2026, soluble espresso consumption in Brazil totaled 19,700 tonnes, a rise of 11.9% in comparison with the identical interval final yr. (Sao Paulo, Brazil)
- Thu, 17 Sep – illycaffè targets the US as its “second home market”. CEO Cristina Scocchia stated the US accounts for 20% of complete income, however desires to extend this to 30% within the coming years. illy is investing within the US, China, and Europe and views an IPO as a “strategic alternative” when markets enhance. (Trieste, Italy)
- Fri, 18 Sep – Andrea Cipolloni replaces Marco Schiavon as new CEO of Caffe Borbone. One of many main producers of single-serve coffees on the earth, Caffe Borbone has introduced its new management, appointing Andrea Cipolloni as the brand new CEO of the corporate. The corporate emphasised its continued deal with abroad growth and margin restoration. (Naples, Italy)
Companies on the market
- Tue, 15 Sep – Spanish beer model Mahou San Miguel acquires two B2B espresso manufacturers. The model launched its espresso unit, Cafe170, a few yr in the past. The corporate has now added La Flor Del Cafe and Gran Cafe Royal to its portfolio. This acquisition follows an settlement with Grupo Disbesa-Darnés, a strategic distributor of Mahou San Miguel. Underneath the settlement, Disbesa Darnés will proceed growing the 2 new additions in Catalonia. (Catalonia, Spain)
New launch
- Mon, 14 Sep – Mahlkönig launches the redesigned Sync app. The up to date platform brings gear monitoring, person administration, operational insights, and recipe distribution collectively inside a single ecosystem. The redesigned dashboard provides operators a real-time overview of their linked espresso setup. Customers can monitor brew and grind occasions throughout a number of units, gaining deeper perception into gear efficiency and day-to-day operations. (Hamburg, Germany)
- Mon, 14 Sep – RAVE Espresso launches Selection Pack together with six distinctive coffees. The packs can be found in Mix Selection pack and Single Origin selection pack, that includes six 100g espresso luggage. Every field and internal bag is absolutely recyclable, and 1% of all RAVE gross sales are donated to environmental causes. (Cirencester, UK)
- Tue, 15 Sep – La Marzocco’s Accademia del Caffè Espresso launches Espresso Info. The brand new editorial collection unpacks the craft and tradition behind espresso. The collection will run throughout the approaching weeks, masking sixteen subjects organised into 4 chapters, tracing espresso’s journey from origin to ultimate cup. Every chapter focuses on a distinct stage of the journey. The total collection will likely be launched progressively throughout Accademia’s official channels. (Florence, Italy)
- Tue, 15 Sep – Cosori launches new SCA-certified brewing system. Juni is designed to automate the precision and strategy of handbook pour over brewing. The brewer has a patent-pending 360-degree spiral water circulation system, produced by a rotating brew basket and an extendable shifting nozzle. It comes with built-in temperature management and 4 brewing modes. (Tustin, California, US)
- Wed, 16 Sep – Ditta Artigianale opens second location in Milan. The Gae Aulenti retailer covers round 200 sq. meters and presents seating for 50 to 60 individuals, combining specialty espresso with an all-day eating idea together with breakfast, brunch, lunch, and Milanese aperitivo. (Milan, Italy)
- Thu, 17 Sep – Ember launches third technology of its flagship mug. Customers can regulate their ingesting temperature immediately from the mug with out opening the Ember app. Each mug now features a sipping lid that extends the battery life. (Westlake Village, California, US)
Milestone
- Tue, 15 Sep – Free Bean to open first storefront. The corporate, which advertises itself because the world’s first free espresso firm, will open its first bodily retailer in Manhattan on 23 September. The model is supported by advertisers who print on its cans. (New York Metropolis, New York, US)
- Wed, 16 Sep – Cooks Espresso appoints its first-ever Group Advertising Director. The New Zealand group appointed former Tim Hortons UK govt, Louise Buet, as its first Group Advertising Director. The appointment comes as Cooks Espresso prepares to launch its Esquires Espresso model in new worldwide markets. (Auckland, New Zealand)
Commerce & manufacturing
- Mon, 14 Sep – COFCO publicizes new management for the espresso buying and selling enterprise in Brazil. Arthur Ornelas has been appointed as the brand new head of COFCO’s espresso buying and selling enterprise in Brazil, changing Octavio Pires. The management change is a part of a broader reorganisation aimed toward stabilising operations after buying and selling losses and navigating Brazil’s risky espresso market. (Sao Paulo, Brazil)
Analysis
- Mon, 14 Sep – New examine analyses why some individuals don’t like black espresso. The Institute for Scientific Data on Espresso analysed information from 125,578 UK Biobank individuals and located that genetic variants linked to how the physique processes caffeine have been related to preferences for bitter-tasting meals and drinks, together with black espresso, but in addition discovered that sociocultural and financial elements appear to matter greater than genetics. (Montreal, Quebec, Canada)
- Tue, 15 Sep – Researchers flip spent espresso grounds into biomass pellets. The staff blended as much as 25% spent espresso grounds with recycled wooden. The pellets reached calorific values of 19.6 to 21.1 MJ/kg, beating pine sawdust and eucalyptus wooden. A life cycle evaluation discovered them extra environmentally pleasant too, providing a sensible route for espresso waste. (Linares, Spain)
Occasions & competitions
- Mon, 14 Sep – SIGEP Meets the World in Tokyo strengthens dialogue with the Japanese trade. Forward of the forty eighth version, scheduled to happen in Rimini from 23 to 27 January 2027, the Ambassador of Italy to Japan, Mario Vattani, led a networking night in Tokyo devoted to the gelato, pastry and chocolate, espresso, bakery and pizza provide chains, in addition to applied sciences for skilled meals service. With greater than 60 individuals and with the involvement of the Japan Pastry Affiliation, the networking strengthened Japanese participation at SIGEP World 2027 and sought to advertise new collaborations amongst corporations, distributors, {and professional} operators. (Tokyo, Japan)
- Mon, 14 Sep – Helsinki Espresso Pageant’s Roast Fest publicizes speaker lineup. The one-day Roast Fest, bringing collectively Finnish small roasteries and occasional fans, will likely be held on 26 September at Wanha Satama, Helsinki. The speaker lineup contains Hedon Blakaj from 18grams, Teija Jalaskoski from Peru, Stuart Ritson from Osito Espresso, Alexander Ruas from Standout Espresso, and extra. (Helsinki, Finland)
- Wed, 16 Sep – CoffeeFest Madrid to be held from 6 to eight March 2027. CoffeeFest 2027 will characteristic a lineup of occasions, together with the World’s 100 Finest Espresso Retailers Gala, inexperienced espresso public sale, CoffeeFest Summit 2027, Finest Espresso Producers 2027 Gala, and plenty of extra. (Madrid, Spain)
- Thu, 17 Sep – Annual Grounds for Well being Inexperienced Espresso and Gear public sale returns. Bringing collectively roasters, importers, producers, and different trade stakeholders to help cervical most cancers prevention in coffee-growing communities, the annual Grounds for Well being inexperienced espresso and gear public sale is to be held on 23 and 24 September. This yr’s public sale additionally coincides with the thirtieth anniversary of Grounds for Well being. (Williston, Vermont, US)
- Thu, 17 Sep – Elizaveta Rîmscaia from Moldova turns into Julius Meinl Crowns 2026 Barista Cup Champion. Fifteen nationwide barista champions from world wide gathered at Vienna’s MuseumsQuartier for the Julius Meinl Barista Cup Grand Finale 2026. Elizaveta Rîmscaia from Moldova was topped Total Champion 2026, incomes the best total rating throughout all three competitors classes. Stefan Kot from Poland gained the Espresso class, Mario Benetseder from Austria took the Cappuccino title, and Luka Darispanashvili from Georgia claimed victory within the Signature Drink class. (Vienna, Austria)
Picture credit: Sluggish Pour Provide, Flannery Lenz, Mahlkönig, SIGEP
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