Anne Mercer, Author at Fresh Cup Magazine https://freshcup.com/author/anne-mercer/ Coffee Industry Stories and Insights Sat, 23 Dec 2023 05:09:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.2 https://freshcup.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cropped-Untitled-512-×-512-px-2-32x32.png Anne Mercer, Author at Fresh Cup Magazine https://freshcup.com/author/anne-mercer/ 32 32 223497660 Branded Coffee Cups: 11 Examples Of Cups We Love  https://freshcup.com/branded-coffee-cups-11-examples-of-cups-we-love/ Fri, 22 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://freshcup.com/?p=37275 Branded coffee cups help create brand recognition and attract new customers, but what does it take to make a cup truly stand out?

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]]> 37275 At Clutch Coffee Bar, Drive-Thru Reigns Supreme https://freshcup.com/at-clutch-coffee-bar-drive-thru-reigns-supreme/ Fri, 01 Sep 2023 13:00:10 +0000 https://freshcup.com/?p=36486 Drive-thrus can feel rushed and impersonal. But folks like Clutch Coffee Bar are reimagining the drive-thru model as a vehicle for fun, friendly, and fast customer experiences.

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]]> 36486 How Technology Empowers Coffee Shops to Deliver Consistent Quality https://freshcup.com/how-technology-empowers-coffee-shops-to-deliver-consistent-quality/ Fri, 14 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://freshcup.com/?p=36018 Consistent coffee quality is the key to driving repeat customers. But consistency can be difficult to maintain without the right tools in your arsenal.

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]]> 36018 Succeeding on the Shelf: What Coffee Roasters Need to Know Before Selling in Grocery Stores https://freshcup.com/succeeding-on-the-shelf-what-coffee-roasters-need-to-know-before-selling-in-grocery-stores/ Fri, 09 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://freshcup.com/?p=35587 As consumer preferences shift, more and more grocery stores are embracing specialty coffee and looking to partner with local roasters. But are these sales channels worth it for roasters?

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]]> 35587 The 2023 Specialty Coffee Expo Gadget Guide https://freshcup.com/the-2023-specialty-coffee-expo-gadget-guide/ Fri, 28 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://freshcup.com/?p=35217 Here are the five gadgets that caught our eye as we walked the floor at the 2023 Specialty Coffee Expo.

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]]> 35217 Tea Shots Are Changing How Coffee Shops Serve Tea https://freshcup.com/tea-shots-are-changing-how-coffee-shops-serve-tea/ Wed, 19 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://freshcup.com/?p=35061 Making tea drinks to order can sometimes slow service, but Tea Shots, a new product by Maya Tea Company, might be the solution we've been waiting for.

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]]> 35061 Chai Trends of 2023: Seasonal Drinks, Chai-Infused Snacks, And More https://freshcup.com/chai-trends-of-2023/ Wed, 05 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://freshcup.com/?p=34900 Seasonal drinks, chai-infused snacks, and more: here's what to look for in the world of chai in 2023.

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]]> 34900 The Challenges of Coffee Certifications Go Beyond The Retail Shelf https://freshcup.com/the-challenges-of-coffee-certifications-go-beyond-the-retail-shelf/ Fri, 24 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://freshcup.com/?p=34308 Coffee certifications can be a valuable tool for farmers and roasters—but can be cost-prohibitive and difficult to navigate. We explore the benefits and challenges of certification programs before a coffee ever reaches the shelf.

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]]> 34308 Let’s Talk About Coffee Certifications https://freshcup.com/lets-talk-about-coffee-certifications/ Fri, 03 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://freshcup.com/?p=34008 B-corp, organic, fair trade: what do all the certifications gracing the shelves of coffee shops and grocery stores mean? We take a closer look.

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]]> 34008 Stay Moving: The Best Products To Serve For Coffee Carts, Trucks, and Caterers https://freshcup.com/stay-moving-the-best-products-to-serve-for-coffee-carts-trucks-and-caterers/ Fri, 18 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000 https://freshcup.com/?p=32880 Coffee is on the move! Learn what products work best for mobile operations and how to maximize both space and revenue.

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