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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How to Decorate Your Coffee Shop for the Holiday Season
By Customer Solutions
The holidays are an extraordinary time for coffee shops. Who doesn't want a warm and cozy drink in a cute shop on a cold day? Here are a few ideas...
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5 Thanksgiving Themed Drinks Recipes You Need in Your Coffee Shop
By Customer Solutions
Thanksgiving is next week! In the United States, Thanksgiving means turkey, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, pumpkin pie, and much more. This is the perfect time of year to...
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How to Be Charitable as a Coffee Shop this Holiday Season
By Customer Solutions
The holiday season is the perfect time to introduce some charitable giving in your coffee shop. You can do this by donating some of your profits to local nonprofits. If...
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10 Holiday Drinks You Need in Your Coffee Shop
By Customer Solutions
The holiday season is a great time for coffee shops. Everyone knows the basic holiday drinks like peppermint hot cocoa or pumpkin spice lattes. Why not break out of the...
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How to Make the Best Frappe?
By Customer Solutions
Frappes are a delicacy in coffee shops. You can make them with or without coffee. However you choose to make it, frappes are sure to be a great addition to...
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Recipe Cards: The Best Way to Keep Your Drinks Consistent
By Customer Solutions
One thing big coffee chains do well is consistent drinks. Each drink is made the same way every time. You can make this happen in your coffee shop! Part of...
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Top Ten Unique Coffee Syrup Flavors You Need in Your Coffee Shop
By Customer Solutions
Flavoring syrup is a great investment for any coffee shop. You can make regular coffee drinks into fun and exciting treats. We asked a group of coffee shop owners what...
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25 Things You Can Make with Torani Syrups
By Customer Solutions
Torani flavoring syrups are the perfect way to add flavor to your favorite drinks and treats. You can use them almost anywhere! Here's a list of 25 things you can make...
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How to Make the Best Pumpkin Spice Syrup for Your Coffee Shop
By Customer Solutions
It's October and you know what that means... cozy outfits, Halloween costumes, and, most importantly, pumpkin spice lattes! Every coffee shop knows how beloved pumpkin spice is. It can be...
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7 Best Foods That Go Well With Coffee
By Customer Solutions
Coffee is a well-loved drink many people enjoy daily. Some people drink it by itself, some pair it with other treats and foods. Coffee doesn't fit with every food, however....
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How to Engage in Your Community as a Coffee Shop
By Customer Solutions
Local coffee shops can be a fixture in the community. They don't become that way just by existing, however. To become a fixture in your community, you need to engage...
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How to Make a Vampire Frappe!
By Customer Solutions
Halloween is just around the corner and you know what that means: festive drinks! If you want something a little more spooky, here's the drink for you! Here's a great...
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How to Make the Best Frozen Hot Chocolate
By Customer Solutions
Frozen hot chocolate is a fun blended treat perfect for your coffee shop! It's like a frappe but better. Here's a great recipe your customers are sure to love! What...
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