Coffee Just Became More Expensive Because of Trump Tariffs

@#11 ... Define "cups." ...

More to the core of this issue ...

Define how much coffee is used per cup.

For me, and I do admit, I am not a coffee connoisseur, I prefer a good strong ground coffee.

But Arabica or Rosbusta?

... The two most economically important varieties of coffee plants are the Arabica and the Robusta; approximately 60% of the coffee produced worldwide is Arabica and ~40% is Robusta.[5]

Arabica beans consist of 0.8-1.4% caffeine and Robusta beans consist of 1.7-4.0% caffeine.[6] ...

What that Wiki article does not state is that caffeine is a bitter taste.

Caffeine
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caffeine

... Caffeine is a bitter, white crystalline purine, ...

So, when you go to Starbucks, you are likely to get a cup of Arabica coffee, because it is more flavorful. But, if you are looking for a caffeine boost, well, maybe dream on ...

On the other hand, if you are a fan of mass-produced commercial ground coffee, you are more likely to be experiencing the higher level of caffeine from Robusta coffee.

But, if you are looking for a caffeine boost, well, maybe dream on ...

Also, a "light roast" has more caffeine than a "dark roast".

I think that Trump expects Americans to eat these increased costs and not complain.

Most Americans are complacent and American Fascists are on board with all things Trump.

So. Yes.

Americans will eat the increased costs.

Just like we're going to thanks to Trump's Big Beautiful Tax Hike.

@#17 ... Most Americans are complacent...

Possibly.

But I have to wonder...

When might these new tariffs be reflected in the economic numbers that the Trump administration releases going forward?

@#16 ...Also, a "light roast" has more caffeine than a "dark roast". ...

Does Light Roast Coffee Really Have More Caffeine Than Dark Roast?
valor.coffee

... Today, we're diving into a common coffee myth: Does light roast coffee really have more caffeine than dark roast? We've seen this conversation be filled with myths and speculation, so today we want to clear this up once and for all!

The Roast Spectrum: Light vs. Dark

Before we dive in here, let's talk about the roasting process. Roasting transforms green coffee beans into the aromatic and complex cups we enjoy daily. Whether you prefer a light roast or a dark roast, each brings unique flavors and characteristics to your cup. ...

Clearing Up the Roast Level Caffeine Myths With Reality

- - - Myth: Light roast coffee has significantly more caffeine than dark roast. Reality: The difference is minimal. Both light and dark roasts contain similar caffeine levels per bean, with any noticeable differences usually stemming from brewing methods or measurement styles.

- - - Myth: Dark roast coffee is stronger and has more caffeine. Reality: Strength refers to flavor intensity, not caffeine content. Dark roasts taste "bolder" but don't necessarily pack more caffeine.

- - - Myth: All coffee beans have the same amount of caffeine. Reality: Caffeine content varies between species. For example, Robusta beans generally contain more caffeine than Arabica beans.

Conclusion

In the end, the caffeine content in light versus dark roast is a matter of how you measure and brew your coffee. Light roasts might yield slightly more caffeine by volume, but the difference is subtle. Your brewing method and personal preferences will ultimately define your coffee experience ....

@#19 ... For example, Robusta beans generally contain more caffeine than Arabica beans. ...

... and caffeine is bitter in taste.

Which may be why the ~gourmet~ coffees, more focused upon taste than caffeine (Starbucks?), seem to originate more from Arabica beans than Robusta beans.

Hey, if the flavor is what gets customers to walk into the shops, who am I to quibble.

I will say, the Starbucks coffee tastes quite good.

But for a caffeine jolt, I'd rather brew my own.

We just by the cheapest coffee available.

Both of us use flavored creamers, so the actual coffee's taste isn't a big deal.

Oh so when the coffee I typically buy more than doubled in price during Bidenflation, it was actually because of Trumps tariffs that just happened, good to know.

My dear and long-suffering wife used her COVID money to buy, among other staples, a metric ------- of coffee! Good on her!

Shrinkflation dropped coffee from three-pound cans to 1.3-pound cans!

Oh so when the coffee I typically buy more than doubled in price during Bidenflation, it was actually because of Trumps tariffs that just happened, good to know.

#22 | Posted by THEBULL

America weathered inflation better than any other developed country during COVID.

Trump just purposefully raised the prices of nearly everything we buy.

You're a chump!

Most annoying is that the Orange Pedophile did this because his buddy and fellow wanna-be strongman, former President Bolsonaro of Brazil is being prosecuted by the current (liberal) Brazilian government for corruption.

...cheapest coffee...use flavored creamers...
#21 | Posted by AMERICANUNITY

We can no longer be friends.

I mostly go for Guatemalan coffee so will I still be affected?

Of course.

Nothing happens in a vacuum.

All coffee prices will rise because greed.

"They're going to be tariffs. The tariffs are going to be the tariffs."

Donald Trump

#27 | Posted by TFDNihilist

LOL! :-)

@#22 ... Oh so when the coffee I typically buy more than doubled in price during Bidenflation ...

More than doubled?

I didn't see that.

Quite the contrary, the coffee I purchase (Floger's) seemed to remain relatively stable in price during the Biden era. It may have even decrease in price a bit.

But, last week, the price I paid for the 22.6 ounce canister of the coffee was $3 more expensive.

OK, found this ...

www.bls.gov

...
Coffee, 100%, ground roast, all sizes, per lb. (453.6 gm)

Price, Jun 2024: 6.253
Price, May 2025: 7.931
Price: Jun 2025: 8.132

...

So, percent change from Jun 2024 to June 2025 a 30.0% increase