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October 11, 2023

Pink Bourbon: a new darling of specialty coffee?

October 3, 2023

Why is it becoming more difficult for producers to differentiate their coffee?

September 27, 2023

What is Typica Mejorado & will it become more popular in coffee shops?

September 25, 2023

Are natural processed coffees the best choice for espresso?

September 18, 2023

What is the AC1 coffee variety & could it become more popular?

September 6, 2023

How are certifications used to market coffee?

October 17, 2023

A Puerto Rican coffee has broken the 90-point barrier – but is there a future for its specialty coffee sector?

The Caribbean island of Puerto Rico has been growing coffee since the 1730s. By the late 19th century, it was even the world’s seventh-largest producer of coffee.  However, following years of colonial rule and several devastating hurricanes, the island’s coffee production declined significantly. But in recent years, there has been something of a resurgence – especially with growing higher-quality coffee. In August 2023, a Puerto Rican coffee received 92 points… read more

March 20, 2023

How does the timing of capital affect coffee farmers?

As with any agricultural commodity, capital and access to finance are essential for coffee farmers.…

February 23, 2023

How are Indian coffee farmers recovering after recent storms?

According to statistics from the United States Department of Agriculture, India’s 2022/23 coffee production will…

February 21, 2023

How has robusta production in Nicaragua developed in recent years?

Robusta accounts for approximately 30% to 40% of the global coffee supply; countries like Vietnam,…

October 3, 2023

Why is it becoming more difficult for producers to differentiate their coffee?

In recent years, producers have been creating and implementing more diverse experimental processing methods to…

September 25, 2023

Are natural processed coffees the best choice for espresso?

Washed, natural, honey, anaerobic fermentation, carbonic maceration. Now more than ever, there is a more…

June 13, 2023

How can specialty coffee producers use coffee flowers?

On farms across the Bean Belt, the emergence of white, fragrant flowers is a key…

October 11, 2023

Pink Bourbon: a new darling of specialty coffee?

It’s no secret that the specialty coffee sector loves new and exciting arabica varieties –…

September 27, 2023

What is Typica Mejorado & will it become more popular in coffee shops?

Time after time at the World Barista Championship, competitors have been using more exclusive and…

September 18, 2023

What is the AC1 coffee variety & could it become more popular?

In recent years, interest in naturally low-caffeine varieties has certainly grown. We have seen more…

August 16, 2022

How can you minimise the environmental impact of green coffee storage?

There are a number of factors to consider when storing green coffee. Understandably, preserving freshness…

April 4, 2022

How long does green coffee stay fresh for?

How green coffee is stored is key to cup quality. Good storage maintains the cup…

October 26, 2021

Can you freeze green coffee?

Green coffee beans are sensitive to a number of external factors, such as moisture and…

March 21, 2023

The rise of ecommerce in the coffee industry

Between 2014 and 2021, global ecommerce sales grew by over 269%. According to Statista, by…

September 15, 2022

Exploring the impact of long-term sustainable coffee sourcing

Over the past several years, global coffee consumption has been increasing. In the International Coffee…

August 15, 2022

Certifications and direct trade in the coffee industry

In recent years, direct trade has become increasingly prominent in specialty coffee. The idea is…

October 17, 2023

A Puerto Rican coffee has broken the 90-point barrier – but is there a future for its specialty coffee sector?

The Caribbean island of Puerto Rico has been growing coffee since the 1730s. By the…

August 23, 2023

Could Sri Lanka produce more specialty coffee in the future?

Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is an island nation in South Asia situated off…

March 15, 2023

Will Nepal produce more specialty coffee in the future?

Nepal is a small landlocked country in South Asia, which sits between India and Tibet.…

June 7, 2023

How much do competition coffees cost?

Since its inception in 2000, the World Barista Championship has showcased some of the most…

May 23, 2023

How do specialty coffee roasters buy rare lots at auction?

Every year, there are plenty of green coffee auctions that take place in the specialty…

April 18, 2023

How has technology helped to democratise green coffee trading?

Over the past century, the coffee industry has evolved in a number of different ways.…

September 6, 2023

How are certifications used to market coffee?

Certifications have long been an effective means of establishing higher social, economic, and environmental standards…

August 29, 2023

Can experimental processing help coffee producers overcome challenges at origin?

In recent years, specialty coffee’s fixation on experimental processing methods has only continued to grow…

July 3, 2023

How can producers & roasters develop specific flavour profiles for specialty coffee?

In today’s ever-changing specialty coffee sector, there are many different variables which affect a coffee’s…