Specialty Coffee & Tea Sector

The Specialty Coffee & Tea Sector offers a sensational expedition of two of the most consumed beverages in the world, boasting a range of barista essentials including coffee beans, roasters, brewers, grinders, barista tools and accessories, as well as an extensive tea collection including tea leaves, tea bags, tea accessories, tea ware and more.

From single-origin beans to expertly ground blends, our exhibitors promise a stellar showcase of coffee beans and powder with diverse flavour profiles and origins. This includes the widely consumed Arabica, Robusta beans and specialty blends sourced from Africa, Asia, Central and South America, available in whole bean or grinded to suit different brewing methods.  

Explore ultimate convenience and sustainability at the expo where exhibitors will showcase high-quality disposable coffee and teacups for sit-in, deliveries, and takeaways. Presenting a wide selection of Insulated, custom-printed, compostable and recyclable cups and lids, the coffee expo provides the best solutions for your on-the-go beverage needs. 

HOFEX brings together a range of classic to cutting-edge expresso machines and barista equipment, promising unparalleled quality and performance in coffee making. Our exhibitors will present the latest advancements in brewing technology, showcasing machines equipped with intelligent features like remote brewing, personalised settings, and self-cleaning.

Featuring top-of-the-line roasting machines and equipment from renowned roaster providers, the expo will unveil how the application of automation and green technologies can deliver coffee roasts of ultimate precision, consistency, and quality.

From bitter, sweet, floral, fruity to nutty, each of our exhibitor will showcase products with diverse flavours and aromas, adding a unique touch to the specialty coffee experience. To meet the demand for fast coffee consumption, flavoured instant coffee is also available in both individual sachets and catering packs.

Explore the rich tea culture and its invaluable benefits at the dedicated tea sector, where our exhibitors will present a wide variety of tea including green tea, black tea, white tea, herbal tea, and specialty tea originated from China, Taiwan, Japan, India, Sri Lanka, etc., as well as tea brewing machines, accessories and ware.

• Stay ahead of the game by discovering the latest coffee beans, powder, and tea leaves collection, as well as cutting-edge espresso machines, barista equipment, and roasting machines, all brought to you by our global exhibitors. 
• Interact with exhibitors and industry counterparts to get a better understanding of current market demands, consumer preferences, and the competitive landscape within the speciality coffee and tea sector. 
• Gain valuable insights into emerging trends, technological advancements, and evolving consumer behaviours, such as healthier alternatives, sustainable practices, and novel flavour profiles. 
• The exhibition provides a valuable networking platform for you to connect with established suppliers, manufacturers, potential business partners, distributors, and retailers, which can lead to new business ventures and a stronger industry presence.

To stimulate innovation and promote coffee culture, there are world-class coffee competition that will be held concurrently, inviting professional baristas and apprentices to showcase their exceptional coffee-making skills. The competition will evaluate their expertise in multiple stages, including coffee bean selection, roasting, brewing, latte art, to name but a few. 

The Specialty Coffee & Tea Sector is a dedicated beverage showcase at the Asia's Leading Food & Hospitality Tradeshow HOFEX, which will be held from 14 to 16 May 2025 at Hall 1, the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

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