For readers in the United States, this page covers specialty coffee, cafes, brewing methods and the industry at large. Reporting follows the trends shaping the cup as much as the market factors moving the product.
The new single-serve brewer uses plant-coated AltaRounds in place of plastic K-Cup pods, and it is available in the United States.
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November 9, 2026
Dutch Bros CEO Completes Shop TrainingChristine Barone finished a required two-week shop training stint, where store employees corrected her mistakes.
November 9, 2026
Oats Overnight Launches Oon Iced Protein CoffeeThe ready-to-mix iced coffee is now sold at Target stores nationwide and on Target.com.
November 9, 2026
7 Brew Ranks No. 3 Among Top Drive-Thru Coffee ShopsUSA Today 10Best readers voted 7 Brew Coffee third nationally in its drive-thru coffee shop list.
November 4, 2026
Kraft Heinz Sells Coffee Unit for $650 MillionThe North American coffee business, including Maxwell House and Gevalia, goes to private equity firm One Rock Capital Partners.
November 4, 2026
Hybrew Launches BTS Coffee at Costco WarehousesBTS-branded Hybrew Classic Cafe Latte drinks are now sold at Costco locations in California and Texas, with San Diego next on the list.
November 3, 2026
Starbucks Ticket Size Rises 5.2% in QuarterMorgan Stanley lifts its Starbucks price target to $116, citing higher average spending per U.S. visit.
November 2, 2026
McDonald's Launches Festive Sips Holiday MenuThe seasonal lineup, including a Cookie Butter Latte, debuts Tuesday, Nov. 3, at participating restaurants nationwide.
November 2, 2026
Judge Advances Antitrust Claims Against KeurigA federal judge in New York let antitrust and false advertising claims against Keurig Green Mountain proceed toward trial while dismissing other allegations.
October 30, 2026
Starbucks Plans Personalized Digital Drive-Thru MenusThe coffee chain intends to use artificial intelligence to speed up orders and recognize repeat customers.
October 30, 2026
Starbucks Shifts Strategy Away From Seasonal OfferingsThe coffee giant is moving toward scalable, year-round product platforms to boost consistent transaction volume.
Regular subjects here include market price shifts, the expansion of national chains, new brewing techniques and the evolving culture of coffee shops. Reporting reaches every state where the industry operates or influences the daily habits of the public. Changes in growing regions often dictate the availability and pricing of imports, which then ripples across both independent roasters and large chains. Consumer preference remains the primary force that drives innovation in brewing and the rapid growth of specific retail formats.
