Why global coffee brands come to Shanghai?

Peruvian specialty coffee brand Shan-kay has set up its local entity here. Dutch roaster A.M.O.C. saw two coffee varieties sell out in just three days. Popular Chinese tea brand Chayanyuese hit over 1,000 daily orders when it debuted its coffee line in Shanghai. Boosting arguably the most cafe shops in the world, Shanghai impresses global industry insiders not only with its market scale, but also with a refined palate nurtured by age-old tea heritage and strong openness to creative flavors. A single cup bridges East and West, capturing the city's open and inclusive spirit.

Chen Tianyi and Ma Tan contributed to the story.