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Caffeine kick: can you solve our crossword on coffee physics?

01 May 2026

It takes more than 150 people to make a cup of coffee, but if that final person brewing your drink makes a mistake, all that hard work and produce goes to waste. In our feature “Coffee with a splash of physics: how to make the most out of your brew” Michael Allen investigates how science can reduce waste in a world where climate change is increasing coffee costs

See how much you know about the subject by trying our interactive crossword. Most of the clues are based on the article, but there are a few additional brain teasers thrown in. If you’re feeling stuck, check out the “assist” menu for help.

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