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Perfect Daily GrindJuly 22, 2026Originally in English
The push for novel varieties is bringing overlooked coffees back into the spotlight
Key takeaways Specialty coffee is always chasing “new” and exciting varieties, and competitions are the clearest signal of where its search is heading. For years, the highly prized Gesha dominated the World Barista and Brewers Cup Championships, selected for its high cup scores and flavour complexity. The early 2020s, however, marked a turning point. “Rediscovered” […] The post The push for novel varieties is bringing overlooked coffees back into the spotlight appeared first on Perfect Daily Grind .