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Coffee prices in the U.S. rose 18.3% in January 2026, driven by climate-related crop failures, prompting Americans to cut back or switch brands.
Coffee prices in the U.S. rose 18.3% in January 2026 compared to the previous year, with a 47% increase over five years, according to the Consumer Price Index.
Driven by climate-related crop failures in Brazil, Vietnam, and Indonesia, rising costs have led many Americans to cut back on café visits, switch to cheaper brands, or brew at home.
Some, like Chandra Donelson and Liz Sweeney, have reduced or eliminated coffee, opting for alternatives like tea or Diet Coke.
Others, such as Dan DeBaun and Sharon Cooksey, now buy affordable coffee from stores like Trader Joe’s or Lavazza, finding savings and improved taste.
Despite the financial strain, two-thirds of Americans still drink coffee daily, but habits are shifting due to broader cost-of-living pressures.
Los precios del café en los EE. UU. aumentaron un 18,3% en enero de 2026, impulsados por las malas cosechas relacionadas con el clima, lo que llevó a los estadounidenses a recortar o cambiar de marca.