Eyes In The Sky

Discover how one woman is using drone technology to improve the lives of Kenyan coffee farmers

Trouble At mill?

A lack of access to quality wet mills can hamper the production of speciality coffee. But, as Phil Wain discovers, there are solutions

WTF Is Speciality Coffee?

Every barista gets asked the question, but how do they answer? Karolina Kumstova from European Coffee Trip finds out

Bean Counter

Acaia’s new digital doser is visually and technologically stunning

Test The Waters

Choosing the right water treatment can make all the difference to a cup of coffee, as Tim Ridley explains

Park Life

We wouldn’t blame you if you didn’t expect great coffee from a park café – but things are changing, as Phil Wain discovered when he toured London’s green spaces

The Art Of The Affogato

Combining espresso and gelato creates a delicious new way to enjoy coffee, with the possibility of almost endless variation. Our resident food expert Safia Shakarchi showcases three affogatos from some of our favourite London cafés

Volcanic Eruption Threatens Guatemala's Coffee Industry

Among the devastating effects of Volcán de Fuego’s eruption is the destruction of thousands of tonnes of coffee – vital to the economy

The Caffeinated Tipple

The flavours of Asia and South America combine to make a wonderfully refreshing green tea summer cocktail

Brews Brothers

Coffee and beer have more in common than you might think – and enthusiasts around the world are combining them to produce radical, delicious new drinks. Jamie Treby looks at the process and tries some of the best.

Imitation game

Would you buy a synthetic coffee concocted in a lab? What if it was significantly cheaper and more environmentally friendly? David Burrows dons his white coat to see what the future may bring.

Competition Round-Up

The World Coffee Championships, which took place at Expominas in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, from 7th to 9th November, concluded with Dan Fellows bringing home the title of World Coffee in Good Spirits Champion.

Coffee's Connection To Central America's Migrant Caravan

What drives thousands of desperate workers to make this dangerous journey? It’s mainly the challenges faced by the region’s coffee farms

Keeping Coffee In Mind

Mindful coffee is a concept that brings together two life-enhancing things to improve your state of mind and your enjoyment of every cup. Erin O’Connor enlightens us about how it works

Festive Spirits

Celebrate in style this Christmas with these coffee concoctions

Time For High Tea?

Don Mei of Mei Leaf takes a look at the psychoactive effects of your favourite cuppa

How Did I Get Here?

A chance meeting with a Kiwi roaster in Brazil led Nicole Ferris to Climpson & Sons in London – and now, as MD, she’s in charge of the company’s strategy

Honey, I Shrunk The Coffee Shop!

Intimate, personal and friendly, small cafés offer an entirely different coffee experience. Phil Wain visits some of the best to find out how they work.

Coffee, Sourdough & Sea Salt Semifreddo

Coffee, sourdough & sea salt semifreddo.

Got Milk?

You know where your coffee comes from, but what about the milk in it? Anna Sulan Masing reports on a growing movement towards quality, sustainable diary.

Coffee & Chill

Pair artisan ice cream with coffee for a refreshing, summery taste sensation.

Box Of Delights

Banish all memories of terrible coffeeflavoured chocolates with Caffeines curated selection. Phil Wain dons his hair net.

Mocha Chocolata Ya Ya!

Chocolate and coffee have a natural affinity. Phil Wain showcases just how special a mocha can be

Aisle Be Back

Given up on the idea of buying top-quality coffee from the supermarket? In fact, there’s no reason your local store can’t provide you with a decent brew at a decent price. Caffeine explains what to look for

The Grind - Sifting Through The Sediment

Brazil is the world’s largest coffee producer but this is the first Brazilian single origin to be named Caffeine’s seasonal coffee.

What The F**K... Is Direct Trade?

Direct trade between farmers and roasters sounds like a good and fair deal all round – but what does it really mean? James Hansen explains all

Bitter Barista

However old you are, our choleric columnist insists you need to learn to behave when you’re in a coffee shop

How Did I Get Here?

How did David Jameson become one of the most influential people in the UK coffee industry? Sheer enthusiasm – and taking every opportunity to learn

Give It A Whirl

Vienna is slowly embracing speciality, but it’s also retaining the traditions of its coffeehouse culture – and that adds up to a wonderful experience.

Suits You To A Tea

Tea pairings are unusual, but they work better than you might think – if done right, says Tim d’Offay, co-founder of Postcard Teas.