Specialty Coffee Retailer articles from September 2000

Specialty Coffee Retailer archives from September 2000

Just a Simple Flyer.
September 1, 2000... Back in April, I got a letter from Jennifer Ormond, co-owner of two Coffee Break Cafes in the Boston area. She was writing to share a marketing idea that she and her two partners developed to increase store sales and encourage customers to try...

Roaster Brings Power to Peruvian Village.
September 1, 2000... Frontier Natural Products Co-op, Boulder, Colo., a leader in the natural products industry and the largest roaster dedicated to 100-percent certified organic coffee in America, recently announced the success of its Tamborapa Pueblo...

SBC Expands Further.
September 1, 2000... Seattle's Best Coffee, Seattle, plans to open seven kiosks and cafes in the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport These cafes are part of the nearly 70 cafes SBC hopes to build around the world this year. The new retail venues will offer espresso,...

Coffees Show Conscience.
September 1, 2000... Two major coffee roasters have begun marketing coffee that offers more than its usual perks. Sacred Grounds Organic Coffee Roasters, Arcata, Calif., recently received official certification for all of its organic coffees. "We have always...

NRA Applauds Repeal of Death Tax.
September 1, 2000... The National Restaurant Association in July announced its approval of the U.S. Senate's passing of a bill to repeal the death tax, and urged President Clinton to sign the measure. The death tax is a tariff that forces those inheriting a...

Starbucks, NY Times Ink Deal.
September 1, 2000... Starbucks Coffee Company, Seattle, and The New York Times struck a deal in which the two companies will use each other's strengths to promote itself. Under the three-year agreement, The New York Times will promote Starbucks' products and retail...

Torani Celebrates 75 Years With Flavor.
September 1, 2000... To celebrate 75 years of business, Torani Italian Syrups, South San Francisco, Calif., asked its employees, "What does flavor mean to you?" The employees illustrated their responses in a mural workshop, and the results were woven together to...

Tetley's Web Site Offers Tea Advice.
September 1, 2000... The Tetley USA Web site, www.tetleyusa.com. now offers information that can be important for retailers working to create a successful tea program. The foodservice section of the site includes tips on brewing both iced and hot tea, merchandising...

New World Promotes Jekyll & Hyde, Acquires New Chain.
September 1, 2000... Continuing its practice of co-promotion with Broadway shows, New World Coffee-Manhattan Bagel, Inc., Eatontown, N.J., introduced a new frozen drink, Triple Berry Darkness. The beverage was marketed as the "Jekyll & Hyde" drink in a campaign...

Can't Miss This 'T'.
September 1, 2000... Seattle-based Tully's Coffee installed its new neon green "T," replacing the historic red "R," above new company headquarters in the former Rainier Brewery. The 1,300-pound "T" stands 12-feet tall and more than 11-feet wide. A total of 328...

INDUSTRY VOICES.
September 1, 2000... Don Reynolds, CEO What has been your biggest business success so far this year? Building our brand, while maintaining its integrity. This was accomplished via the 90-store Harris Teeter deal. Working with the Harris Teeter grocery...

Chocolate is Always in Season.
September 1, 2000... The upcoming holiday season offers retailers the opportunity to try new chocolate confections and capture significant add-on sales. It's September. It may still be warm in your area, but before long, the temperature will drop, leaves will...

Coffee, Tea and Dessert TOPPERS.
September 1, 2000... Powdered toppings, sugars, sprinkles and crunchy nuggets add interest to beverages and cafe treats. In the quest to increase profit margins, nothing substitutes for high-quality coffee or tea--but then let creativity kick in. To strengthen...

Syrups for the Holidays.
September 1, 2000... This holiday season, surprise customers with festive drinks and fare made easy with seasonal syrup flavors. Syrup's variety and versatility make it a key holiday profit booster through signature drinks and gift sales. As early as this...

Pasta for Peace.
September 1, 2000... PeaceWorks has introduced its new La Bici Pasta Chips, a low-fat, heart-healthy snack that combines the convenience of conventional potato chips with the superior taste and significantly healthier nutritional profile of real home-style pasta....

Offer Honey as a Snack.
September 1, 2000... Honey Acres' Honeysuckles are honey-filled straws, and are now available in a 12-piece snack pack. The straws make enjoying honey as a snack easy: just squeeze an end to open. Honey suckles work well as a lunch box addition; for hiking, camping...

Shortbread in a Gift Box.
September 1, 2000... Just in time for the holidays, Nikola's Biscotti & European Specialties Co. has announced the introduction of its new 6-ounce gift box. Each tastefully designed box contains three of Nikola's European Shortbread. The short-breads are available...

The Moose is Loose.
September 1, 2000... Cardinal Inc. introduces its Moose Lodge line for Fall 2000, demonstrating a trend in the giftware and decorating industries: the North Woods theme. The Moose Lodge collection evokes the spirit of a rustic lodge set in the deep North Woods, and...

[0] Pasta for Peace.
September 1, 2000... PeaceWorks has introduced its new La Bici Pasta Chips, a low-fat, heart-healthy snack that combines the convenience of conventional potato chips with the superior taste and significantly healthier nutritional profile of real home-style pasta....

[0] Shortbread in a Gift Box.
September 1, 2000... Just in time for the holidays, Nikola's Biscotti & European Specialties Co. has announced the introduction of its new 6-ounce gift box. Each tastefully designed box contains three of Nikola's European Shortbread, The shortbreads are available...

TeaSpoons.
September 1, 2000... The Fantastic World of Gourmet Chocolate's assortment of flavored spoons is now available in a 'TeaBook" containing 12 spoons. Flavors in the gift pack include Lemon, Honey, Cinnamon and more. A gift book containing 12 chocolate spoons is also...

Snickerdoodle Snowman.
September 1, 2000... Too Good Gourmet's Snowman gift box is packed with crispy cinnamon sugar Snickerdoodle cookies for the holidays. The gift box is perfect for gift baskets or as a holiday display item for the retail shelves. An attractive counter display is...

Premium Pops.
September 1, 2000... Day Spring Enterprises introduced its gourmet Rainbow Pops at this year's Summer Fancy Food Show in New York. The lollipops combine upscale packaging with interesting flavors like Clementine & Cream, Banana Berry Split and Caramelized Apple...

More Than Just a Cracker.
September 1, 2000... Biga Bakery's Seasoned Crisps are crispy, crunchy, all-natural taste delights. The snacks are available in three flavors: Peppery Parmesan, an authentic sourdough bread, topped with delicious grated parmesan cheese and dashed with red pepper...

Holiday Foiled Chocolates.
September 1, 2000... Too Good Gourmet's Chocolate Creams are wrapped in adorable printed foil for the holidays. Three holiday shapes are available: Snowman, Toy Soldier and Santa Claus. Each comes with three chocolate balls: French Roast, Bordeaux and Chocolate...

Single-Pot Packs.
September 1, 2000... Boston's Best Coffee Roasters introduces a new line of packaging that keeps in mind the gift basket and specialty gourmet retailer. Its individual one-pot pillow packs are available in 15 colors. The company also offers 30 gourmet flavors in...

All-Natural Cranberry Truffles.
September 1, 2000... Cape Cod Provisions introduces an all-natural fruit and chocolate taste sensation, Cranberry Truffles. Sold under the company's Cape Cod Cranberry Candy [TM] brand, the truffles have a cranberry ganache center, made with fresh cream and pure...

Proprietary Bath Product Line.
September 1, 2000... Smiling Cow Farms has made it possible for small retailers to create their own line of bath and body products. Through the company's online system, retailers can create custom labels for their products by choosing a logo, label text, font and...

Make Coffee a Gift.
September 1, 2000... Neighbors Coffee has added new 2-ounce packages of ground coffee to its line of award-winning coffees. The packages are sold in an assortment of four brilliant metallic colors and are available in both flavored and non-flavored varieties.

A Tea Kettle to Last a Lifetime.
September 1, 2000... All-Clad Metalcrafters has expanded its line of distinguished cookware accessories with its new Tea Kettle. The kettle is made entirely of 18/10 stainless steel and has a polished exterior. It features a removable whistle and a graceful,...

Chocolate Coffee Companions.
September 1, 2000... Koppers' line of tea and coffee chocolate companions just keep growing. Try Mocha Coffee Beans, Hazelnut Mocha Beans, Coffee Peals, Iced Tea Cordials, Mocha Almonds, Tiramisu Cordials, Green Tea Cordials, Cocoa Cappuccino, Java Nut or Irish...

Keep Your Coffee Cozy.
September 1, 2000... French Jacket, Inc.'s French Jacket [TM] is a patented insulated wrap for French presses. French Jacket [TM] wraps around the French press and fastens with hook-and-loop tape. The design allows coffee to be poured without removing the jacket....

Sinfully Rich Hot Cocoas.
September 1, 2000... Caffe D'Amore presents Bellagio [R] Gourmet flavored hot cocoas, available in seven rich flavors like Chocolate Truffle, Caramel Praline and Orange Pecan. Packaged in a romantic Italian theme, the cocoas are available in 7-ounce canisters and...

Holiday Greetings.
September 1, 2000... Paper Troupe Limited's Holiday Collection been enhanced with specialty foils and paper stocks to create a wide array of greeting cards, gift tags, thank-you notes and gift wrap. The Deluxe Series retails for $14.50 for an 8-count box, and the...

CONSUMER COFFEE GEAR.
September 1, 2000... As perhaps the world's foremost coffee gear tester, I get numerous coffee products shipped to my house. I test every single one. The best go onto my Coffee Companion Web site, www.coffeecompanion.com. The worst do too, mostly because they...

Go Cool and Creamy.
September 1, 2000... Available in three flavors: Cafe Latte, Vanilla Latte and Mocha Chino, Poppa's Latte beverages are non-dairy, lactose- and cholesterol-free, and low in fat. They contain no saturated fat and no tropical oils, and are made with 100 percent...

Notecards for Any Occasion.
September 1, 2000... Socially Yours, LLC has made versatility the key word for its latest stationary collection, "Design Gallery." The stationery is available in 5-by-7 imprintables, "minis" and notecards. The line features 19 contemporary designs, including...

Mexican Spiced Cocoa.
September 1, 2000... Mocafe Professional Coffee Bar products is proud to announce the addition of Azteca D'oro 1519 Mexican Spiced Cocoa powder to its line of award-winning frappes, chai and all-natural smoothie products. Laced with almonds, cinnamon, vanilla and...

Naturally, Caffeine-Free.
September 1, 2000... Eastern Shore Tea Co. has introduced 20 new naturally decaffeinated whole leaf flavored teas. The line is decaffeinated without the use of chemicals, through the patented carbon dioxide decaffeination process. The teas are available in 3-ounce...

Organic Ginger Tea.
September 1, 2000... Jakarta Ginger is the newest member of the Honest Tea family. The organic ginger and green tea infusion combines organic ginger from Hawaii, organic green tea from China, organic lemongrass from Guatemala and organic agave nectar from Mexico....

Espresso Pods Online.
September 1, 2000... Espressopods.com introduces a line of premium-blend espresso pods for brewing a near-perfect shot of espresso, whether commercially or at home. The coffee is imported from Italy, where it is blended from four varieties of beans, roasted and...

Coffee Gets a Jumpstart.
September 1, 2000... Kick-N-Koffee offers organic coffee with an added healthy kick. Each of the company's four coffee blends provide a health benefit: Get Charged has added ginseng, astragalus and guarana for increased energy; De-Fogger provides heightened mental...

Maximum Juice, Minimum Effort.
September 1, 2000... Hamilton Beach Commercial's new 96600 Automatic Electric Juicer combines the extraction pressure of a manual juicer with the convenience of an electric-powered juicer. The 96600 boasts an exceptionally quiet motor, an extra tall spout to allow...

Displays Keep Posters Neat.
September 1, 2000... Walls+Forms Inc. introduces EuroSign [TM] DisplayFrames: frames designed to be attached to a wall or display structure. The frames feature a user-friendly "front-loading" design that allows posters, signs arid graphics to be inserted from the...

Make Smoothies Easy.
September 1, 2000... The popular Model 430 from the Taylor Company makes adding some zing to drink menus easy. The machine is designed to dispense smoothies quickly and easily, with panel graphics that draw customers in and inspire impulse purchases.

Is Success Possible in the Coffee Industry?
September 1, 2000... Based on his own experience, coffeehouse owner Jack Groot has found that it takes four pillars to build and support a successful business: Quality, Service, Atmosphere and Cleanliness. I'm probably the most critical customer any coffee...

Holiday Promotions and Merchandising Ideas.
September 1, 2000... Ten retailers share what works in their stores during the holiday season. When the holidays roll around, specialty coffee retailers know they will bring long hours, more sales and, generally, more creativity in the way they run their...