coffee price explosion: Why enjoyment in Troisdorf becomes more expensive

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Rhein-Sieg: Price explosion-Can customers still afford a cup of coffee?

In the past year and a half, the global coffee price has risen significantly, which would present many coffee consumers in the Rhein-Sieg region. The Troisdorfer coffee roaster Wolfgang Schmitz-Mertens blames several factors, including unfavorable weather conditions in Brazil, which affect the coffee bean yields. A long drought during the flowering period followed by persistent rain has reduced the quality of the beans and led to a feeling of uncertainty with regard to future availability.

In addition, regulatory measures, such as the European Dewalization Act, which is due to come into force in 2025, contribute to the situation. Although the implementation has been postponed by one year, demand has already been increased and leads to further price increases in the international markets. The coffee price for Arabica raw coffee, for example, has increased from around 160 cents to over £ 400 per pound within just one and a half years. The recent decline to 390 cents does not yet bring real relaxation, since the underlying problems continue to exist.

Changes in consumer behavior, in particular the growing interest of the younger generation in China, also contribute to these price increases. The increasing demand has meant that many consumers in Germany adapt their expectations of coffee products. Studies show that customers are increasingly switching to cheaper brands to cushion the increased prices. However, the Troisdorfer coffee roaster remains optimistic, since previous buyers are still ready to pay for quality, even if this cannot be guaranteed in the long term.

cafés and coffee bars are also affected. Lais Etemadi of an espresso studio in Siegburg speaks of a price increase that he had to make due to increased coffee costs. Nevertheless, he tries to keep the price increase for his customers as moderate as possible. The challenges due to poor harvests and climate change present not only the manufacturers, but also the roasters and end sales outlets.

Although many cafés are currently trying to keep prices stable for their offers, the future is uncertain. The proposals for tax relief from the federal government could offer a welcome relief for the catering and consumers, especially with regard to the increased costs in the entire sector. However, the increasing pressure on the industry raises doubts about how long this pricing policy can be maintained and what this means for customers in the Rhein-Sieg district.