37. Reflections on Coffee 2024: Record Prices, World Champions, and Big Industry Shifts

Join us as we reflect on an unforgettable year in the coffee industry. In this episode, Dave and Cole dive into 2024’s biggest coffee industry moments, packed with insights, predictions, and plenty of laughs. We also share highlights from our journey coaching world-class baristas at the World Barista Championship, the release of The Flower Story documentary, and exciting milestones for Buy The Drip, including our growing podcast and YouTube channel. Topics covered include: Coffee prices reaching record highs: What it means for producers, roasters, and consumers. The European Union’s deforestation regulation (EUDR) and its impact on the coffee supply chain. The staying power of alternative milks in specialty coffee. Innovations in coffee processing methods and their influence on the industry. Behind-the-scenes insights into coaching barista champions and creating a coffee documentary.