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November 26, 2025
Welcome to the BATSAM Coffee Newsletter — your weekly, brew of inspiration, history, and flavor.We're bringing you fresh coffee insights—from a quick look at Europe’s rich coffee heritage to the latest flavour trends and a delicious pistachio coffee recipe you can enjoy at home. Grab your favourite cup and dive in!
Sip of History
20th-21st Centuries: Growing the Coffee Community in Europe
Europe’s coffee culture saw a major revival as the U.S. “third wave” movement spread across the continent. European coffee lovers began treating coffee like an artisanal product—valuing origin, craftsmanship, and expert brewing. Cities like Berlin, Copenhagen, and Milan became specialty-coffee hotspots, where cafés offer cupping sessions, workshops, and unique brewing experiences. By 2018, Europe’s coffee market reached €38 billion, driven by a growing love for high-quality, artisanal coffee.
Coffee Buzz
Popular coffee flavours this year include creamy pistachio, rich brown sugar, and fruity cascara, all trending across European cafés. Floral notes like lavender and rose are also making a comeback, while classics such as hazelnut, vanilla, and salted caramel remain favourites. Warm spices like cardamom and cinnamon with honey are rising too, especially among wellness-focused coffee lovers.
Recipe Corner
Pistachio Coffee (Hot or Iced) Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 shot espresso (or 80–100 ml strong coffee)
- 1–2 tsp pistachio cream/paste
- 200 ml milk (or oat/almond/pistachio milk)
- Honey or sugar (optional)
- Crushed pistachios for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Brew espresso and stir in pistachio cream until smooth.
- Froth the milk. (For iced, use cold milk and skip heating.)
- Pour the milk over the pistachio coffee base.
Sweeten to taste and top with crushed pistachios.
