Tips to Navigate the Current C Market

We are officially in unprecedented times in the coffee market. Let’s take a brief look at how the market has developed and some steps roasters can take to navigate the changes.

Progress Projects 2024

Each year, Cafe Imports is committed to donating 1% of global net profits to community-oriented causes. Whether it’s a cafe opening their doors to provide hospitality training and a safe space, critical healthcare for those that need it, food and shelter for the most vulnerable, supporting native and Indigenous leadership, or simply taking care of our woodland friends, learn more about the amazing organizations our team has been able to show support for this year.

FUDAM: An Association Founded on Sustainability

A group of seven producers formed FUDAM in 2000 to protect and spread environmentally conscious farming. Learn more about the association’s history and work with two new videos interviewing founding member Raquel Lasso Muñoz.

Common Sensory Errors – Adaptation

In sensory analysis, common physiological and psychological sensory errors should be accounted for when designing cupping protocols. Ian Fretheim, Director of Sensory Analysis, is diving into the research around these common sensory errors and explaining how we can control for them. Check out the second article of the series here.

Echoes of Coffee: Alto San Juan Micromill

In this episode of Echoes of Coffee, we journey into the world of Diego Abarca Quiros, a passionate fourth-generation coffee farmer, and his extraordinary work at the Alto San Juan Micromill. Diego inherited his love for coffee and three hectares of land from his father. Today, his dream is a vibrant reality, and he shares his story of perseverance, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence. Learn more about his story here.

Podcast: Keys to the Shop with Ian Fretheim

If you’re always absorbing the latest podcasts on coffee news and happenings, then we’ve got a new one for you. Ian Fretheim, Director of Sensory Analysis, was recently on Keys to the Shop to discuss the Coffee Rose and the importance of context, transparency, and accessibility in sensory analysis. If you’re a Coffee Rose user, Coffee Rose curious, or just want to learn more about coffee evaluation, check this one out.

ed+u Class 2 – coffee is: agriculture

Join us for the launch of our brand-new ed+u class, coffee is: agriculture, part 2 of a six-part series that examines the industry in broad strokes. This class is all about coffee as an agricultural product, diving into the tasks of coffee production. Coming July 8th.

A Special Congratulations to Andrew on his Sprudge Twenty Nomination

We’re excited to congratulate Andrew on his nomination into The Sprudge Twenty Class of 2024. Each year, Sprudge and Pacific Barista Series recognize those in the industry who helped build the coffee culture of the 21st century. We’re proud to see Cafe Imports founder Andrew Miller made the shortlist.

World of Coffee Copenhagen Roundup

Find us on the World of Coffee show floor in Copenhagen June 27-29. We’ll be brewing alongside our friends from several guest roasters, holding a cupping, and hosting a happy hour. Check out our full schedule of events here. It’s sure to be a busy and fun weekend!

Watch our latest webinar, Meet the Coffee Rose

Check out our recent Coffee Rose webinar! Hear from our own Ian Fretheim (Director of Sensory Analysis and lead creator of the Coffee Rose) as he dives into the motivation behind the Rose, how it was created, and, of course, shows you how to use it for your own cuppings.

Genesis Coffee Sourcing of Huila, Colombia

Two years ago, Genesis Coffee Sourcing was founded by a coalition of professional cuppers and producers to support producers and associations in three towns: Asociación Los Naranjos in San Agustín, Asociación Primaveral in Acevedo, and a collective of producers in Tarqui. The founders recognized the importance of collective bargaining amidst rising uncertainty and competition after the pandemic. Huila producers needed more oversight of their coffee’s commercialization, and Genesis would create the infrastructure to do so. Genesis developed a company plan, communicated it to the area’s producers, and presented it to Cafe Imports – a plan that would improve the buying we’ve been doing in this area for years. Read more about the history and goals of Genesis here.