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Your morning coffee is getting expensive. Here's why
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Mackensy Lunsford Nashville Tennessean , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A bag of coffee beans that previously cost around $16 now exceeds $20.
Coffee prices are on the rise, affecting local consumers. A bag of coffee beans that previously cost around $16 now exceeds $20. This increase is likely to be noticed by coffee lovers in Waco .
The price hike is not limited to beans, as a basic latte has also become more expensive. This change may cause some to reconsider their coffee purchases or adjust their budgets accordingly. For more information on the rising cost of coffee, readers can refer to the original article, which provides further details on this trend and its impact on consumers in Waco and beyond.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
Reading time: 1 min
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