Coffee Prices Rise, Trends Emerge: Daily Review Jan 2

Coffee Prices Climb in Vietnam Amid Global Highs

Domestic coffee prices in Vietnam edged up **200-500 VND/kg** on January 2, with Đắk Nông and Đắk Lắk regions reaching **98,300 VND/kg**, driven by record international levels. Arabica futures held strong above **340 cents/lb**, with March 2026 contracts at **348.75 cents/lb**, May 2026 at **333.35 cents/lb**, and July 2026 at **326.00 cents/lb** (Vietbao.vn, January 2, 2026, https://vietbao.vn/en/ban-tin-nong-san-hom-nay-2-1-gia-ca-phe-tiep-da-tang-578182.html); (Trading Economics, January 2, 2026, https://tradingeconomics.com/commodity/coffee).

Premium RTD and Functional Coffees Lead 2026 Brand Innovations

**Premium ready-to-drink (RTD) cold brews**, nitro coffees, and functional blends with adaptogens, nootropics, and proteins gain traction among wellness-focused consumers. Brands emphasize global flavors, barrel-aged beans, and digital community engagement for loyalty (Bootlegger Coffee, January 2, 2026, https://www.bootlegger.coffee/blogs/news/5-coffee-trends-to-watch-in-2026).

Specialty Equipment Demand Surges with Home Brewing Boom

Consumer interest in **premium at-home brewing gear** like espresso machines, grinders, pour-over tools, gooseneck kettles, and single-dose grinders rises sharply, alongside kiosk-style drive-through expansions by chains like Scooter’s Coffee (Tastewise, January 2, 2026, https://tastewise.io/blog/specialty-coffee-trends); (Glimpse, January 2, 2026, https://meetglimpse.com/trends/coffee-trends/).

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