How We're Responding to Tariff Changes—Without Raising Prices
By Damon Porter
April 9, 2025 Lately, there’s been a lot of noise about new tariff regulations and what they could mean for the food and beverage world. At Hot Cup Factory, we...
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Mother's Day Gifts | Happy Mother's Day
By Marketing Department
Happy Mother's Day! This year we want to celebrate one mom who's very important to our company - Valerie Porter. That's our CEO, Tim's, mom. Have you ever wondered why...
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How Does an Espresso Machine Work?
By Marketing Department
Espresso machines are a staple of coffee shops everywhere. They're big, complicated, and a substantial investment. But how do they work? For a deep dive on how espresso machines work, keep...
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How to Make Strawberry Puree for Drinks: Recipe for Your Coffee Shop
By Tim Porter
Fruit purees are a big part of many drinks in every coffee shop. You can buy them as you buy your flavoring syrups or you can make it yourself! We...
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How to Make Hot Chocolate Bombs
By Customer Solutions
Hot chocolate bombs are a trend that has gripped the internet. They're hollow spheres of chocolate filled with hot chocolate mix, marshmallows, and other fun mix-ins. Hot chocolate bombs are...
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Ways to improve Efficiency and Productivity in Your coffee shop
By Marketing Team
5 Ways You Can Improve the Efficiency and Productivity Reduce Human Error: Running a coffee shop requires precision and attention to detail. To increase shop efficiency and reduce human error,...
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How To Use Social Media for Your Coffee Shop
By Marketing Team
As a local coffee shop, you may be wondering why you need social media. You sell a lot of coffee and customers come back regularly. How can social media help...
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How to Make a Rainbow Frappe
By Marketing Department
It's springtime! That means it's time for fun and bright drinks perfect for nice weather. Kids and adults alike love bright drinks! Here's how you can make a rainbow frappe...
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Out of Stock: Impact on Coffee Shop Supplies and Management
By Marketing Department
You've probably noticed it's much harder to get the supplies you need right now. You may be struggling to find even basic supplies like clear plastic cups or things sold in aluminum cans....
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Make the Best Flat White Coffee in Your Coffee Shop
By Marketing Department
Flat whites are a common coffee shop drink. The difference between a flat white and a latte is fairly minute in concept. They're made from the same basic ingredients -...
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What Does it Mean to Build People and Deliver Joy?
By Marketing Department
Our purpose at Hot Cup Factory is "Build People and Deliver Joy." That's been our purpose since we were founded in 2011. Our founder and CEO, Tim Porter, has been working...
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Key Factors that Make a Coffee Shop Great and Successful
By Marketing Team
If you're running your own coffee shop, there are all sorts of things that you need to do to ensure success. You need to have plenty of cheap paper cups...
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Are Food Home Delivery Services Worth it, Especially for Coffee Business?
By Marketing Team
There is an increasing amount of people staying in rather than going out. You may have noticed that local restaurants and businesses are getting in on this action by adding...
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Tips For Making Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Coffee Shops
By Customer Solutions
Know these helpful tips to help make coffee shops more sustainable and eco-friendly.
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