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The role technology plays in connecting farmers and coffee lovers
There’s a special story behind every cup of coffee we enjoy, a journey that starts with a farmer tending to coffee plants in the lush highlands of East Africa. Yet,... Read more...
Cultural History of Coffee (East Africa)
The origins of coffee trace back to Ethiopia, where a young goat herder named Kaldi is said to have discovered coffee beans. The story goes that Kaldi noticed his goats... Read more...
A Coffee Lover’s Guide to Cupping and Flavour Discovery
When it comes to coffee, there’s so much more to enjoy than just a morning caffeine boost. In recent years, coffee cupping – the art of tasting and evaluating coffee... Read more...
Brewing Methods and Techniques
We, like many of you, believe that brewing coffee is a ritual. With the right techniques and a bit of patience, anyone can discover their perfect cup of coffee.  Read more...
Barista Skills and Training
Whether you’re dreaming of pulling the perfect espresso shot, creating silky latte art, or simply elevating your morning cup, this guide will take you step by step through the fundamentals. Read more...
The art of roasting
We believe that EVERYONE should be able to connect with and have access to good coffee. The only problem is, if everyone could do it, it wouldn’t be a sought-after... Read more...
From Sun to Sip: How Sustainable Processing Shapes the Flavours of Kenyan and Rwandan Coffee
Coffee is a universal language, shared by coffee lovers in cafés, homes, and offices worldwide. Behind every cup is a complex journey of cultivation, processing, and brewing. In Kenya and... Read more...
The European Union Deforestation Regulation And What It Could Mean For Smallholders In East Africa
To smallholders in East Africa and other developing nations, this new policy may present a significant challenge. This is foreseeable because the logistical expectations of the EUDR will call for... Read more...