Overall, a pretty slow week in the world of coffee news. However, there were a few highlights worth checking out…
Colombian coffee comes with smuggled cocaine
This might get you really going in the morning. Customs agents in New Orleans, intercepted a coffee shipment that came with a hidden half ton of cocaine. I’ve tried a lot of different things in my coffee, but I think I’m going to pass on that one.
McDonald’s Mocha Mondays Mean Free Coffee For Customers
In Coffee Wars news, McDonald’s wants everyone to taste their McCafe drinks. Starting this Monday and running through August 3rd, they’re giving away samples of their hot and iced mochas. I might have to find an excuse to head over to McDonald’s on Monday. For research purposes of course.
Dunkin’ Donuts officially departs Penn Station to make way for Canadian chain Tim Hortons
In other coffee war news, Dunkin Donuts lost a battle. They’re closing down shop in New York’s Penn Station and are going to be replaced by Tim Hortons. I didn’t see that one coming. It should be interesting to see if this is the beginning of Tom Hortons becoming a household name in America, the way it is in Canada.
VASSALBORO Owner wants to replace topless coffee shop
Remember that topless coffee shop that burned down last month? Well, the owner is working to rebuild it as quick as they can. I realize today that I may be a coffee geek, because I started to wonder if they’re going to start roasting their own beans and wondered what they’re going to offer on their menu.
Forget the health fascists, coffee IS good for you!
An entertaining and informative article by Dr Stephen Alexander, an Associate Professor of Molecular Pharmacology at the University of Nottingham.
Coffee Heath Bar ice cream recipe
Here’s a recipe for everyone that loves coffee, Heath Bars and ice cream.
The truth about Kona coffee
Hawaii’s Kona Coffee is one of the most, rare and expensive coffees in the world. Here’s a little bit of the history of it and some facts about the label. If you’re considering buying some, you should check this out and find out exactly what the difference between 100% Kona Coffee and the other versions of it.
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Photo by SideLong.
Man finds Jesus in coffee stain
I couldn’t make this up if I wanted to. I think he might have had too much coffee that day, but who knows, even after searching, I couldn’t find a picture.
Dunkin’ Brands opens 15,000th store
Last week, Dunkin Donuts opened up their 15,000th store. I’d like to think that they couldn’t have done it without me going back and buying a coffee coolatta. In case you were curious, they have 6,300 stores in the US and 8,800 internationally. That is a lot of coffee and donuts.
Starbucks to grind and brew coffee more frequently
Starbucks announced that they’re going to be brewing their coffee more often – every 24 minutes instead of thirty. I don’t drink their coffee that much, but I never had a cup that was overheated or stale. Maybe that’s just me? Anyone that drinks their coffee more often, think this will make a difference and help them compete with lower cost coffee from the fast food places?
Starbucks Coffee Grinder Recall: Blade Grinders Pose Risk of Lacerations
In less positive news for Starbucks, they had to recall more than half a million of their coffee grinders because they wouldn’t turn off or they would turn on unexpectedly.
Clover coffee machines become an endangered species
Just when I find out what a Clover coffee machine is and why it’s such a good thing, they’re going to start being more rare. Starbucks bought the company that makes them and suddenly a lot of the coffee shops that used them are looking for other ways to make that perfect cup.
Speculators jack up price of coffee beans
In case you were curious about why you’re paying more for coffee, here’s another reason. Throw this in with poor growing conditions in key coffee growing regions and it looks like coffee prices won’t be going down anytime soon.
7-Eleven, McDonald’s, Starbucks warm up to iced coffee
With all the chains pushing iced coffee this summer, it looks like the drink is going to this summers hottest (their pun, not mine) drink. I always thought it was a must have for the summer months, I’m surprised that iced tea was still more popular.
Cold coffee drinks for simmering summer days
Three recipes if you were looking for a way to cool down today. It’s supposed to feel like 105 degrees today, so all three of those sound good to me.
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Photo by Allaboutgeorge
