Coffee Beans

If you have ever picked up a bag labeled “Ethiopian Heirloom” and wondered what that actually means, you are not alone. It is one of the most fascinating (and most…

If you have ever had a cup of Kenyan coffee that stopped you mid-sip with a burst of blackcurrant and bright, wine-like acidity, there is a good chance you were…

Kenya built its coffee reputation on two legendary varieties, SL28 and SL34, prized for their bright, juicy, blackcurrant-like cups. But those same varieties have a serious weakness: they are highly…

If you have spent any time reading coffee bags from Central America or Brazil, you have probably run into the word "Sarchimor" and wondered what it actually means. It is…

Most coffee drinkers who explore variety-specific coffee will encounter names like Bourbon, Gesha, Typica, and SL28 before they ever come across Kent. That is partly a matter of geography and…

If you have spent any time browsing specialty coffee offerings, you have probably come across the name Red Bourbon. It appears on bags from some of the most respected roasters…

Most people who have spent time exploring specialty coffee are familiar with Bourbon as a variety. It is one of the foundational names in Arabica genetics, associated with sweetness, balance,…