As we wrap up our Mahlkönig Through the Decades series, we want to take a moment to reflect and express our heartfelt gratitude. It’s been an incredible journey exploring the rich history and innovations that have defined Mahlkönig over the...
The 2010s saw the explosion of social media, mobile apps, and the digital landscape, influencing everything from how we discover new coffee shops to how we engage with our favorite brews online. Coffee lovers increasingly turned to platforms like Instagram...
Coffee culture became a global phenomenon in the 2000s. Coffeehouses became places for work and leisure, especially with the rise of Wi-Fi-equipped cafés. This decade also saw the blending of coffee with technology and entrepreneurship, as businesses integrated new ways to...
Coffee in the 1990s became more than just a beverage—it became a symbol of lifestyle and social identity. The “third wave” of coffee culture, which emphasized coffee as an artisanal product, began taking shape, especially in urban areas of the...
The 1980s saw the rise of the specialty coffee movement, which began in the late 1970s and gained momentum throughout the 1980s. This movement focused on high-quality, artisanal coffee with an emphasis on unique flavors and distinct profiles. The Specialty...
In the 1970s, the coffee industry faced various challenges and changes. Coffee was mainly seen as a basic commodity, and instant coffee was really popular. However, the industry struggled with fluctuating prices due to supply issues, like poor harvests in...
In the 1960s, traditional farming methods were still widely used, but there was a gradual shift towards more industrialized agricultural practices. This period also saw a cultural shift, with coffeehouses becoming central to the Beat Generation and the emerging counterculture....
The 1950s were a transformative decade for the coffee world, marked by increased consumption, technological advancements, and a deepening cultural significance. The groundwork laid during this period set the stage for the further evolution of the global coffee industry in...
The coffee industry in the 1940s experienced a significant transformation, marked by resilience and innovation despite the challenges of World War II and its aftermath. This decade saw significant shifts in coffee production, consumption, and marketing, driven by wartime shortages,...