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Espresso machine technology has made huge advances in recent years, but every barista still has a personal list of modifications that would make service smoother or extractions more precise.

BUNN acquired by Ali Group, arabica prices dropped by 10% in Feb, Dua Lupa joins Nespresso, and much more. 👉 perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/coffee…

Traditional #matcha demands time, care, and attention, but as sales soar, #coffeeshops need to consider workflow and efficiency.👉perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/should…

Many #baristas have used #coffeecompetitions to launch their careers, but more are turning to ambassador roles, book deals, and world tours to build personal brands.👉 perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/winnin…

More competitors are discussing how flavour and aroma change as #filtercoffee cools, inspiring #baristas to offering more interactive, intentional #customerservice.👉perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/temper…

What will the next flavour trend be in cafés?

#Turkishcoffee still holds huge cultural significance, but #specialtycoffee shops and roasters are spreading across the country.👉 perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/specia…

Whether it’s a technical tip on puck prep or a shift in sourcing approach, every specialty coffee professional has a moment when a mentor shared a piece of advice that fundamentally changed how they work. #PerfectDailyGrind #PDGOpinions #SpecialtyCoffee

RFK Jr. goes head-to-head with Dunkin’ & Starbucks, Brazil and Vietnam exports both down in Feb, Morgan Eckroth publishes first book & much more 👉 perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/coffee… #PerfectDailyGrind #CoffeeNews

Logistical uncertainty and #shippingroutedisruptions are driving up #coffeeprices in the short-term, but rising #freight, #energy, and #fertiliser costs pose long-term risks.👉 perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/confli…

More #baristas are recognising that #waterforcoffee doesn’t just facilitate extraction; its mineral content actively changes how we perceive flavour and mouthfeel.👉 perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/why-wa…

Do roasters & coffee shops need to treat their decaf better?

#Prebatchedespresso directly contradicts long-held ideas about #espresso freshness and quality, creating division between #specialtycoffee professionals.👉 perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/why-pr…

#Coffeeshops are increasingly using tech stacks to handle rising operational complexity as data replaces intuition in critical profitability decisions. 👉 perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/new-te…

Happy #InternationalWomensDay to all the inspiring women working in #coffee 👩🏿‍🌾☕

Dialling in espresso can be a difficult task, balancing multiple sensitive, interdependent variables simultaneously. Just one tiny change can ruin the entire shot. #PerfectDailyGrind #PDGOpinions #Espresso #Barista #CoffeeShops #SpecialtyCoffee

Luckin stakeholder reportedly acquires Blue Bottle for US$400mn, Wenbo Yang is the 2026 US Roasters Champion, Strait of Hormuz closure impacts fertiliser trade & more.👉perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/coffee…

#Bourbon and #Pacamara are synonymous with #Salvadorancoffee, but more producers are planting varieties such as #SL28, #SudanRume, and #Gesha.👉perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/africa…

Persuading someone to make the switch to #specialtycoffee often involves more than just gifting them a bag of high-quality beans.👉perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/how-to…

Whether centred on competition coffees, collective sourcing, or regional community initiatives, collaborations allow #coffeeroasters to pool resources, share expertise, and strengthen branding.👉 perfectdailygrind.com/2026/03/why-mo…