How single-serve coffee is evolving
Convenience has long been one of the biggest drivers of growth in the coffee industry. The explosive popularity of single-serve coffee capsules, notably Nespresso and K-Cups, in the early 2000s signifies this.
Specialty coffee, hallmarked by its emphasis on craft and skill, once shunned capsules, instead choosing to focus on hand-brewed pour overs and dialled-in espresso. But as consumer preferences shifted towards convenience and quality, roasters saw an opportunity to tap into the lucrative… read more