Refreshment focuses on the water dispenser/cooler, office coffee service and vending sectors, while also taking an in-depth look into products for vending from bottled water and drinks, to snacks and confectionery. It also focuses on hydration, health and wellness, new technologies and environmental and social responsibility issues.
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Coffee & tea

Coffee
Lost Sheep Coffee debuts espresso concentrates for at-home use
UK-based Lost Sheep Coffee has launched a new range of espresso coffee concentrates designed for at-home preparation, expanding its portfolio beyond ready-to-drink iced coffee.
Nestlé Professional develops furniture material from coffee grounds and plastic waste
Nestlé Professional has introduced a new material made from used coffee grounds and plastic waste, which is now being used in its Nescafé self-serve furniture units.
OxBarrier grants international licences for compostable coffee capsule technology
OxBarrier has launched its first technology licensing programme, making its patented compostable single-serve capsule technology available to partners in the global coffee industry.
Diageo sells coffee-cream liqueur brand Sheridan’s to Casa Redondo
Diageo has announced the sale of its well-known coffee-cream liqueur brand, Sheridan’s, to Casa Redondo, a prominent Portuguese beverage-alcohol company.
Interview: Nestlé Professional on how Gen Z is redefining OOH coffee
Courtney Jones, marketing activation manager at Nestlé Professional explains how these shifting expectations are transforming both campus and hotel beverage strategies.
Nestlé Professional launches Nescafé Barista range for foodservice
Nestlé Professional has introduced Nescafé Barista, a coffee bean range developed for the UK foodservice and B2B sector, targeting independent cafés and quick-service restaurants (QSRs).
Death Wish Coffee appoints Steve Gardiner as CEO
Death Wish Coffee Co has named Steve Gardiner as its new chief executive officer, a move that is said to support the company’s next phase of growth.
Lavazza launches Assoluta bean-to-cup machine with app-enabled customisation
Lavazza has introduced the Assoluta, a new bean-to-cup coffee machine aimed at enhancing at-home brewing through app-based...
Moderate coffee and tea intake linked to slower cognitive decline, study finds
A daily cup of coffee or tea could offer more than just comfort, it might also help keep the mind sharp in later life.
Nut-based milks offer health and flavour advantages in coffee, research shows
A new peer-reviewed study has highlighted the potential of almond, cashew, hazelnut and walnut milks to enhance both the nutritional profile and sensory appeal of coffee beverages.
Kenco unveils new pumpkin spice instant lattes
Jacobs Douwe Egberts Peet’s’ Kenco brand has announced the launch of a new seasonal instant latte product, Pumpkin Spice Latte, now available at Tesco stores across the UK.
The Rainforest Alliance introduces regenerative agriculture certification for coffee
The Rainforest Alliance has announced the launch of a new regenerative agriculture certification solution, designed to provide farmers and companies with a science-based standard to track their impact on soil health and biodiversity.
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