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Take time out to get in the know at what is happening
in the hot beverages market

The quest to find healthy and
cheap sweeteners

"We believe it is the holy grail of sugar replacement,"
says Ziv Zwighaft of a white granulated powder called
allulose.
Allulose is about 70% as sweet as sugar, but is very
low calorie and has a negligible impact on blood
sugar levels, an effect measured by the glycemic
index.
First approved for use in the US over a decade ago, the so called "rare
sugar" is commercially produced from fructose.
But while it is widely regarded as an excellent all-round sugar replacer,
similar in both taste and function, it is niche because production is
expensive.
This article first appeared on the BBC website on the 15th December
2023. The full article can be read here.

Tchibo Coffee Service Joins the
Matthew Algie Family

Hamburg-based Tchibo purchased Matthew
Algie in 2016 and Capitol Foods in 2018 – since
then, we have all been operating under their OUR THREE-POINT PLAN
own names. FOR HOSPITALITY
Recognising the strong values and reputation for
quality and sustainable practices, parent company Hospitality is proven to be a driving force behind economic
Tchibo has taken the bold decision to consolidate its UK and Ireland growth and job creation, with the right economic
businesses under the Scottish brand’s name, Matthew Algie & Company conditions.
Limited. With the right environment, hospitality could increase its
Paul Chadderton, managing director, Matthew Algie said: direct contribution to the economy by £29 billion and create
“This is a significant moment for our business and particularly for our half a million new jobs by 2027, according to an economic
Glasgow HQ which is the beating heart of our business.” report by Ignite Economics.
UK Hospitality has a clear three-point plan that can allow
the sector to achieve that:
The Gentlemen Baristas GROWTH
placed into administration We need to see a lower rate of VAT for hospitality,
leisure and tourism.
The move comes less than 12 months after the This will boost demand, help businesses overcome
specialty coffee roaster and café business rising costs and prevent further price rises for
unveiled a new 12,000sq ft London roastery to consumers.
meet increased demand.
Founded in 2014 by Henry Ayers and Ed Parkes, INVESTMENT
The Gentlemen Baristas reached 11 London sites Root and branch reform of business rates has long JANUARY/FEBRUARY. 2024 | ISSUE 34
in 2022 and had established a robust wholesale coffee channel, been promised but remains the biggest barrier to
supplying cafés, restaurants and hotels, alongside a direct-to-consumer investment in the high street.
packaged coffee subscription. We need a permanent, lower rate multiplier for
UK coffee businesses have faced tough trading conditions over the last hospitality, leisure and tourism.
18 months amid acute staff shortages, high energy and property costs, JOBS
inflation and dampened consumer confidence. There can be greater incentives and reward for
businesses investing in their people.
This should start with Apprenticeship Levy reform
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to give businesses more control and flexibility over
how funds are spent, to support recruitment and
development.

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