Despite challenges, Iran’s coffee market is prospering

Specialty coffee is thriving in Iran, with third wave cafés emerging across Tehran despite economic sanctions.
Specialty coffee is thriving in Iran, with third wave cafés emerging across Tehran despite economic sanctions.
Roasters and café owners are adjusting their sourcing strategies due to rising green coffee prices and operating costs.
The World Coffee Roasting Championship begins in Houston, drawing over 17,000 attendees from 85 countries.
US-Canada trade relations are under threat, impacting $2.5 billion in daily goods and services.
Noma, renowned for redefining Nordic cuisine, has entered the coffee market with its Noma Kaffe subscription service.
The NCA's National Coffee Data Trends report reveals 66% of US adults drink coffee daily, surpassing other beverages.
Katï Coffee, an immigrant-owned roastery in Georgetown, Texas, offers tours and tastings to engage the community.
Brazil has added 155 names to its 'Dirty List' of employers, highlighting ongoing labor violations.
Adelitas Coffee Co. is changing the coffee scene in Wichita with its unique approach and dedication.
Coffee surpasses bottled water as the leading beverage among U.S. adults, states the latest NCA report.
The Specialty Coffee Expo in Houston is the largest B2B specialty coffee trade event in North America, attracting thousands each year.
Bonavita introduces the Voyager, a portable all-in-one espresso machine and grinder for hot or cold drinks.
A Chinese court has mandated four companies to stop producing espresso machines mimicking the Slayer Espresso design.
The European Commission has eased due diligence reporting under the new EUDR to promote deforestation-free supply chains.
Specialty coffee has driven the rise of plant milks, helping baristas create quality latte art with non-dairy options.
Colombian coffee chain Juan Valdez plans to expand with 16 new stores in the United States, targeting Orlando and Miami markets.
The new steam-powered cleaning brush from Precision Coffee Tools is designed for commercial espresso bars, enhancing cleaning efficiency.
Roasters face challenges in connecting with new audiences and adding value as market competition grows.
RoastLog, a roasting software provider, is entering an ambitious new chapter with a major update to its platform.
As specialty coffee roasters look to scale, mergers and acquisitions have become prevalent in the industry.
San Cristobal Coffee Importers has expanded into Peru, marking its first offerings from the region through a partnership with COOPAGRY.
Madcap Coffee introduces Dito Coffee with playful branding and accessible pricing in Michigan, aiming to attract a broader consumer base.
US tariffs may increase the cost of coffee, impacting one of the world's largest coffee markets.
Fairtrade International and Black Baza Coffee Co. have been honored with the SCA 2025 Sustainability Awards.
US tariffs on imports could significantly affect the global coffee market, causing shifts in trade dynamics.
The Specialty Coffee Association rebrands its flagship US event as World of Coffee starting in 2026.
The Coffee Futures Fund aims to support small coffee businesses to grow and succeed despite the high risk of failure.
DiFluid introduces the AirWave Smart Roasting Purifier, a low-temperature electronic afterburner for small roasters.
Smaller coffee roasters face challenges with price volatility of arabica coffee, impacting their financial stability.
The Congressional Coffee Caucus, led by U.S. Representatives, aims to support and promote the coffee industry.
The coffee consumed by millions of Americans is a miracle enabled by a complex chain of global actors.
Forum Coffee has expanded its presence with a new location in downtown Hoboken, aiming to create a cozy space for coffee conversations.
Designing a coffee roasting facility requires careful consideration of layout, equipment, and sourcing of green coffee.
Coffee Bros. is urging the U.S. government to exclude coffee from new tariffs announced by President Trump, aiming to protect the industry.
Voga Coffee, known for its innovative Ground Control brewers, has ceased operations after making a significant impact on the specialty coffee scene.
Driftaway Coffee's new Brooklyn tasting room features a terrazzo-topped bar and wooden stadium-style seating.
High arabica prices have turned coffee producers into price makers, impacting the entire supply chain.
US tariffs on imports are set to affect global coffee trade, leading to price hikes by major roasters.
Rancilio introduces the iSteam Pro, an Italian espresso machine designed to enhance barista efficiency with innovative steaming technology.
Anticonquista Café opens its first permanent location in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood, adding vibrant color to the coffee scene.
The U.S. has imposed new tariffs ranging from 10% to 46% on imports from 15 leading coffee-producing countries.
The Producer & Roaster Forum gathered 2,600 coffee professionals in Honduras for its largest event yet, fostering global connections.
A study reveals how coffee packaging colors influence consumer expectations of specialty coffee's sensory attributes.
Raleigh's Black & White Coffee Roasters joins FairWave Collective, marking another step in FairWave's expansion in the specialty coffee industry.
Mushroom coffee is gaining popularity among health-conscious millennials and Gen Z, reflecting a shift in consumer priorities.
Nigerian coffee offers roasters a unique selling point amid rising prices and heightened competition.
Simone König, Director of European Sales at Cafe Imports, discusses the specialty coffee scene in Berlin.
Ian Fretheim from Cafe Imports discusses the nuances of sensory analysis in partnership with Standart Issue 32.