"Butterbrodex" recorded a surge to 157.1 points during the early days of April.
Catchin' Up with the BreadCoffee Index (BCI): A Swift Upward Hike in April
Here's a lowdown on the ever-evolving BreadCoffee Index (BCI)! In the first half of April, the BCI rose by a whopping 0.3 points, reaching an impressive 157.1 points, according to reports from RIA Novosti.
So, what's included in this calculation? Picture this: a hearty 400g loaf of bread, 200g of ham, 180g of butter, 200g of cheese, 500g of cucumbers, 95g of soluble coffee, and 1kg of sugar.
The report lists some products—cucumbers, coffee, cheese, and butter—as experiencing price increases in the first half of April. Cucumbers saw a 1.1% spike, now setting consumers back 182 rubles. Coffee and cheese prices rose by 0.9% and 0.8%, respectively, to 226 rubles and 238 rubles, respectively. Butter, on the other hand, experienced a minor 0.4% increase, now costing 243 rubles.
While the prices of some products went up, not everyone got a raw deal. Ham, fortunately, became a bit more affordable, with a 0.8% decrease to 259 rubles. Bread and sugar prices remain steady at 48 rubles and 71 rubles, respectively.
Interestingly, since 2020, the cost of a popular Russian coffee—cappuccino—has swelled by approximately 60%. This beloved drink now typically costs 187 rubles, with an espresso setting you back around 116 rubles (a rise of 42% compared to 2020). The price of Americano has climbed 52% in the last five years and currently costs 133 rubles, while a latte now averages 197 rubles per cup, having increased by 54%.
In intriguing news, the demand for coffee back in April 2025 saw a significant 11% hike, despite climbing prices for green coffee beans. The ongoing droughts in Brazil and Vietnam continue to take a toll on the global market, driving up prices for green coffee beans.
On a concerning note, certain coffees have been linked to potential heart dangers.
As for the factors contributing to the price surge of popular coffee drinks in Russia…
- Economic sanctions due to international conflicts have impacted Russia's economy, causing inflation and increased import costs.
- Various global supply chain disruptions have amplified the cost of importing goods.
- Domestic inflation rates have been escalating, affecting consumer prices for goods and services.
- Specific price hikes have surfaced, reflecting broader economic and supply challenges.
- The value of the Russian Ruble's fluctuations affect import costs.
Stay tuned for further updates on the BreadCoffee Index and the world of coffee!
- The BreadCoffee Index (BCI) calculation includes common food-and-drink items such as a loaf of bread, ham, butter, cheese, cucumbers, soluble coffee, and sugar.
- In the first half of April, cucumbers, coffee, cheese, and butter saw price increases, with cucumbers costing consumers 182 rubles, coffee priced at 226 rubles, cheese at 238 rubles, and butter at 243 rubles.
- While some products like cucumbers and coffee experienced price hikes, others, like ham and bread, remained steady or saw a decrease in price.
- Over the years, the cost of a popular Russian coffee, cappuccino, has increased significantly, now typically costing 187 rubles, with an espresso at 116 rubles and Americano at 133 rubles.
- The demand for coffee back in April 2025 saw a significant increase of 11%, despite price increases for green coffee beans due to ongoing droughts in Brazil and Vietnam.
- Economic sanctions, global supply chain disruptions, domestic inflation rates, specific price hikes, and the value of the Russian Ruble's fluctuations are some factors contributing to the price surge of popular coffee drinks in Russia.
