Australians love a good coffee, and have come to expect a premium experience everywhere they go. This gives you the opportunity to impress with premium hospital coffee machines that celebrate the sanctity of a quality cup. It might just be that thing to lift the spirits of staff or restless patients and visitors.
Anything you can do to make your hospital a warmer, less stressful place is an opportunity to have a positive impact on everyone who walks in your hospital wards. That's why we have collated these key coffee trends to help you provide your hospital with the knowledge you need to impress.
While most people are crazy for coffee, many coffee-drinkers are particular about what variety they drink. From latte, to cappuccino, to espresso, to long black - you will want to ensure that your hospital coffee machines can cater for many different varieties of brew and is inclusive of all palettes.
Go even one step further and offer more than coffee for those who love a hot beverage minus the caffeinated kick. Chai and hot chocolate options have proven to be a hit with millions of Aussies, especially for the Gen Z individuals. And so has alternative milk options that are vegan, plant-based or lactose-free which are considered to be the milk of choice for around 40% of Australians.
Sometimes people just want to experience the comfort of a warm blend without the buzz. Having decaffeinated options in your hospital is always a good idea because there might be patients with compromised health who need to limit their caffeine consumption, or a doctor who simply prefers decaf. Whatever the reason, a decaffeinated roast is a popular choice for many people, so why not ensure your hospital coffee machines offer it?
Increasingly, people want to know the source of what they consume and coffee is no different. Consumers expect more traceability and higher standards of quality. This involves providing them with more information about the specific beans, including the region they were grown in, the ethical conditions in which they were processed and so forth.
More and more, sustainability is a top priority for many people who engage with and transact from any industry. People are even willing to pay more money for sustainable blends over the cheapest, unsustainable option. Offering eco-friendly coffee beans shows that your facility is environmentally responsible and makes people feel comfortable drinking a cup from your hospital coffee machines. A great example is the La Reserva de ¡Tierra! range, which supports sustainable coffee projects.
These coffee trends are worth incorporating in your hospital to ensure you’re offering convenient choices, ethically sound ingredients, and most importantly, cups of comfort for everyone. Want to learn more about premium coffee solutions for your healthcare facility? Find your perfect solution with Lavazza, backed by 125 years of experience.