Today marks a pretty big moment in the history of Cafe Imports. Cafe Imports is now 100% employee owned. For more than three decades, we’ve grown around a relatively simple idea: find exceptional coffees, know where they come from, build meaningful and lasting relationships with the people who produce them, and connect those coffees and stories with roasters who care about them as much as we do. A lot has changed since 1993.
We collect more coffee data than we’ve ever been able to show you. Until now… Check out the new Sensory Profiles in each offering’s Beanology and learn a bit more about the data.
Our documentary series “Ecos Del Cafe: Narratives from Costa Rican Producers” returns for a third season, celebrating the voices and stories of Costa Rica’s most exceptional coffee producers.
Most Newly Imported Coffee is Now Exempt from U.S. Tariffs
Effective 12:00am on November 13th
Last Updated: April 21, 2026
Join us in Hong Kong and Seoul to cup through some of Cafe Imports’ latest and most exciting arrivals while receiving a hands-on demo of The Coffee Rose, led by Ian Fretheim, Director of Sensory Analysis and creator of The Coffee Rose, along with Angie MacKenzie, International Sales Rep.
As you may have heard, the U.S. government announced a new round of tariffs last night—part of a broader “reciprocal” trade strategy that affects imports from more than 70 countries. These tariffs, ranging from 10% to 50% depending on country of origin, are scheduled to take effect on August 7.
The farmers of Idido, Yirgacheffe, have a word in the Gedeo language for something that is exceptionally sweet or outstanding. That word is malebo.
An update on proposed tariffs and what we know currently.
We’re excited to congratulate our own sales representative, Nicole Good, on being included in the Sprudge Twenty Class of 2025!
Cafe Imports and Testi Coffee bring a single-variety lot to all three offices. Learn more about the story behind the coffee here.
Last week, the Intercontinental Exchange, which operates the C Market Futures exchange, announced changes to coffee futures contracts. Learn more about what will be different and what we know here.
Learn more about current US tariffs and their impact. We’ll be updating this blog as changes occur.
We’re excited to Welcome Ana Beatriz to our team as the green buyer’s associate in Colombia. Learn more about her and the work she’ll be doing here.
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.
We are honored to be recognized with the Sprudge Design Award for Outstanding Design Achievement Commercial Product
A behind the scenes look at two wonderful coffees from an impactful program at approachable prices in the current market.
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.
Learn about the cause behind our latest Café Vida offering.
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.
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!
