Keely Thomas: The Sprudge Twenty Interview
We interview 2025 Sprudge Twenty inductee Keely Thomas…. read more
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary Officially Recognizes “Cold Brew”
Other new additions include rizz, doomscroll, and dad bod…. read more
Crowdfunding is reshaping specialty coffee, but not defining it
Crowdfunding – the practice of quickly raising capital from a large pool of backers – isn’t new to specialty coffee, but it’s becoming an increasingly common practice for roasters and coffee shops.
Proud Mary’s recent campaign raised over US$1.23mn in less than 70 days, while WatchHouse generated over £7.2mn – more than 700% over its initial target.
Reputable roasters are leveraging their pulling power and appeal to build community while accelerating growth.
As financial institutions ti… read more