Coffee news

World Cup Tasters joins the 2027 World of Coffee Bogotá programme

SCA confirms a second world championship for the Colombian event on 30 September–2 October 2027; participation details are still to follow.

Ceado describes how grinder platforms can shape flavor

SCA published sponsored brand content about two grinder platforms; the article is not an independent review, performance ranking or availability notice.

Sponsored content by Ceado

La Marzocco Home app adds watch controls and service records

La Marzocco Home Australia describes its September app update; check functions and device compatibility by machine, region and app version.

SCA explores terroir: origin names are not a substitute for tasting

A science column discusses place and flavour. Buyers can pair origin records with actual sample evaluation.

Rancilio brings RS1 and home models to SCAJ 2026

The Tokyo program includes professional and home-machine demonstrations; an exhibition appearance is not a new-product launch or a local stock promise.

Franke New A Line: rollout and buying considerations

Understand the generation, regional availability and questions to ask before building your shortlist.

WMF Peak 50 & Elevation 10: 2026 portfolio additions

Two additions to the professional entry segment. Check market availability and configuration before comparing.

Nuova Simonelli presents an Appia Viva, grinder and tamper workstation

The manufacturer outlines a coordinated espresso setup; local package options and measured workflow gains still need confirmation.

KDP names future coffee leader, with appointment and separation still ahead

Russ Torres is scheduled to join KDP in November. The announcement concerns a future business structure.

Rwanda advances climate-resilient varieties: trials are not current supply

WCR reports a variety-development milestone. Field research does not establish today’s availability or prices.