The UK is home to over 24,000 coffee shops, with three new establishments opening daily. But how do they fit into Britons’ everyday lives? Canvas8 spoke to 20 café-goers from across the country to understand why they visit these spaces and whether they prefer chains or independent shops.

Americans have an intimate relationship with coffee, but the experimental tastes of Gens Y and Z have seen specialty blends soar, with the demand for cold brews heating up. Califia Farms caters to this crowd of caffeine fans, boasting a line of drinks that’s sustainable, convenient, and tasty.

California-based company VIVIC has launched a line of botanically-infused, sparkling coffee drinks. With people looking for low sugar content, high-quality and gut-friendly beverages, there is opportunity for the drinks industry to blend non-traditional flavors.

Coca-Cola is upping the caffeine and lowering the sugar in its Coke Coffee, an energy-boosting twist to the signature beverage. While past innovations from the company have focused on flavor, this addition to its lineup addresses demand for more functional benefits from food and drink.