Starbucks ready to launch K-Cup Packs

June 8, 2012

Starbucks Coffee Company announced that, beginning June 12, Starbucks K-Cup packs will be available in participating Starbucks retail stores nationwide.

Seattle's Best Coffee, Coinstar partner for major self-serve kiosk rollout

June 7, 2012

Coinstar Inc. and Seattle's Best Coffee, part of Starbucks Corporation, have announced an exclusive agreement to roll out Coinstar's new Rubi coffee kiosk in…

Caribou Coffee enters realm of music distribution

June 6, 2012

Caribou Coffee Company Inc. has announced that it has entered into an exclusive distribution deal with Minneapolis-based country band, Rocket Club, to release…

Starbucks to acquire La Boulange bakery for $100 million

June 4, 2012

Starbucks Corp. has entered into an agreement to acquire Bay Bread, LLC and the La Boulange bakery brand for $100 million in cash and expects the acquisition…

Blair Taylor named Starbucks chief community officer

May 31, 2012

Starbucks Coffee Company has announced that it has appointed Blair Taylor as chief community officer. Taylor currently serves as president and CEO of the Los…

Caribou Coffee reaches global expansion milestone

May 30, 2012

Caribou Coffee Company, Inc. has officially opened its 100th international operating location. The 100th international Caribou coffeehouse is located in…

Caribou Coffee fans to "Sip Up Summer" in photo contest

May 24, 2012

Caribou Coffee Company, Inc. has announced the launch of its photo contest that will display summer pictures on both Facebook and Instagram. The contest…

Canadian chain catches on to smoothie trend

May 23, 2012

Ontario, Canada-based Williams Fresh Cafe is rolling out a new line of organic yogurt smoothies to reach guests looking for additional breakfast and lunch…

Jamba Juice positioned to take health & wellness leadership role

May 23, 2012

Jamba Juice Company has taken an unprecedented step in its fight against obesity, announcing the formation of the Jamba Healthy Living Council. The Council has…

Starbucks locations close to fix maintenance issues

May 22, 2012

Coffee fans were disappointed this morning as they tried to get their daily dose of Starbucks. A "small percentage" of Starbucks locations across the U.S. were…

GoodDrinks introduces HFCS-free coffee sauce, mix line

May 22, 2012

GoodDrinks, a new specialty drinks producer, has introduced a complete line of sauces, mixes and concentrates that is completely free of high-fructose corn…

Starbucks makes executive changes

May 16, 2012

Starbucks Coffee Company has announced several leadership changes to accelerate its innovation and growth. The company announced the following leadership moves…

Tasti D-Lite, Planet Smoothie debut in Walmart locations

May 14, 2012

Tasti D-Lite owner/operators Scott Hughes and Benton Tatum are expanding their portfolio to include a co-branded Tasti D-Lite and Planet Smoothie inside…

Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf names new VP of operatons

May 8, 2012

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf has named Mark Watkins as its new vice president of operations, reporting directly to president and CEO Mel Elias. In his new…

Farmer Bros. unveils artisan coffee collection

May 7, 2012

To help meet consumers' growing demand for quality coffee products, Farmer Brothers unveiled its Artisan Collection line of Rainforest Alliance-certified…

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf adds new CFO

May 3, 2012

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf has named John Theuer as its new chief financial officer, reporting directly to president and CEO Mel Elias. In his new role…

Commentary: Horchata the next chai in global beverage platform

By Michael Szyliowicz, Mont Blanc Gourmet 

Caribou Coffee launches new sparkling teas and juice

May 2, 2012

Caribou Coffee Company Inc. has announced the upcoming launch of six new sparkling teas and juices made with premium, all-natural ingredients. Exclusive to…

Starbucks stores host Frappuccino Happy Hour, new flavors introduced

April 30, 2012

Starbucks has launched two new Frappuccino beverages for the summer and brought back old favorites, allowing customers in participating stores to try out the…

McAlister's Deli unveils new look

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

The chain's new store design includes a tea bar and has been unveiled at two new locations.