Japanese beverage companies are exploring alternatives to traditional coffee due to concerns over the future availability of coffee beans caused by climate change.
Food & Beverage
Beverage makers try out alternatives to prepare for looming supply crisis
Forthcoming coffee alternatives from Asahi Soft Drinks, left, and Coca-Cola (Japan). (Source photos by Nikkei)
TSUGUMI KAI
June 19, 2026 03:27 JST
TOKYO -- Beverage companies in Japan are mixing up alternatives to traditional coffee drinks as climate change threatens the global supply of coffee beans.
Read the full article at Nikkei Asia →Japanese beverage companies are exploring alternatives to traditional coffee due to concerns over the future availability of coffee beans caused by climate change.
Bias read (Center): The article discusses a business trend related to beverage innovation without taking a stance on political issues. It focuses on industry responses to environmental challenges rather than partisan topics.
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