Communism & Coffee Rationing: A US Roaster’s Sourcing Trip to Cuba (Part II)
I arrived in Havana and got straight to business. Normally when looking for new sources of coffee, I might go to the known coffee growing...
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Record coffee futures mean producers are price makers – but it's complicated
Sustained high arabica prices have created an unprecedented time for the coffee industry. Arabica futures, which hit a record high of US $4.41/lb in early February, have risen consistently since April 2024. Everyone across the supply chain is feeling the effects. While roasters and traders grapple with tighter margins and cash flow crises, producers face difficult decisions about where to sell their coffee. Some are declining long-term contracts to sell… read more
Sustained high arabica prices have created an unprecedented time for the coffee industry. Arabica futures, which hit a record high of US $4.41/lb in early February, have risen consistently since April 2024. Everyone across the supply chain is feeling the… read more
How a Barista, with No Experience, Single-Handedly Grew & Roasted Coffee in Australia
I remember the first time I tried one. It was the sweetest, strangest thing I’d tasted – like watermelon, hibiscus, lemon, pineapple and sugar. I...
Communism & Rationing: Roaster’s Sourcing Trip to Cuba
It’s been over 50 years since an American has been openly allowed to travel to Cuba. The Cuban Revolution led by Fidel Castro and Argentinian...
Riding the Third Wave: What I’ve Learnt from Coffee Professionals
About 10 years ago, I realized that I wanted a coffee shop of my own at some stage in my life. I worked on and...
Weekly Extraction: Observations from Origin – Introduction
In this Perfect Daily Grind feature titled The Weekly Extraction: Observations from Origin, I will be writing about my experiences as a coffee shop owner...
The History of Rwandan Coffee & The Story Behind Epiphanie Muhirwa
Prior to discussing the flavour notes, it’s important to acknowledge the story and sweat that’s been poured into harvesting each little Bourbon bean (hopefully no actual sweat...
How to Be a Gringo on a Nicaraguan Coffee Farm
Planning an extended trip to origin? During our recent trip to origin, we caught up with Z. Latimor, a US coffee lover who ditched the...
Oscar Omar Alonzo, Finca Cual Bicicleta
He’s also a true character. Organic coffee farming & COMSA transformed his life, so he takes it upon himself to share his techniques and expertise with...
The Venezuelan Industry according to Pietro Carbone
Venezuela, a beautiful nation with exceptionally beautiful people. But what about coffee? Did you know at one time Venezuela was ranked close to Colombia in...
The Costa Rican Coffee Shop Culture according to Ariel Bravo
We recently interviewed micro-roaster, Paula Chaverri & barista Glen Arce on the Costa Rican coffee industry. F Solano caught up with Ariel Bravo, twice runner...
The Costa Rican Coffee Shop Culture according to Glen Arce
But what about the coffee shop & cafe culture. What does his average Costa Rican customer drink or desire? F. Solano, met with Glen, a barista...
The Costa Rican Coffee Industry according to Paula Chaverri
Costa Rica (Central America). Credit: Google Maps Ever wondered about the Costa Rica coffee scene? Our Costa Rican correspondent, F. Solano, caught up with Paula,...