I became aware of FLUID Coffee Roasters back in January of 2020, when I was passing through Michigan City, Indiana on my way to pick up a guitar from Craigslist. If you're from the Midwest, everything is driving distance, and exploring the coffee scene in any adventure is a requirement to fuel you. I was still a coffee roaster at…

Genuine Origin has been closely following Uganda’s progression as a specialty coffee producer for years. We've done this with the help of our sister company and sourcing partner in the region, Kyagalanyi Coffee Ltd. Uganda continues to astound everyone with improvements in cup quality. Moreover, they show determination to create impact on every scale. This includes small and large initiatives…

Roast Summit Chicago 2026 brought coffee roasters together for hands-on coffee roasting, green coffee insights, and real-world experience with roasting machines. Last week, Roast Magazine and Diedrich Roasters hosted the annual Roast Summit on May 28–29 at Firedancer Coffee Consultants in Schaumburg, IL, just outside Chicago. The event brought together roasters, green coffee buyers, and industry professionals from across the…

Every April, the coffee industry descends on a new city, taking over convention halls and caffeinating the local population in the process. This year marked a major milestone: the first U.S. edition of World of Coffee (formerly SCA Expo) was has held in San Diego. From April 10–12, the Genuine Origin team joined the global coffee community at World of…

Coffee Cupping Fundamentals: A Beginner-Friendly Guide to Tasting Coffee Like a Pro Getting your start in the world of specialty coffee can feel daunting. Everyone is using coffee jargon, there’s an endless stream of information, and then there are those strange rituals you’ve seen where people gather around a table of steaming cups with spoons at the ready. Maybe you’ve…

San Diego is about to get over-caffeinated. From April 10–12, thousands of coffee pros will skip the zoo and head to World of Coffee (formerly EXPO). It’s three days of roasters, machines, gear, tastings, competitions, and caffeine‑fueled energy. The show gets set up fast - and disappears even faster - but behind those three days are months of planning. More…

The year 2025 will go down in most people’s books as the year coffee prices went through the roof. From port strikes to tariffs to dwindling stocks, much of the coffee industry is walking away from this year bruised and hoping for a brighter 2026. Yet, amidst all the unfavorable headlines, incredible coffees still made their way to our cupping…

Profiles in Coffee Roasting In the past couple years, we have dedicated much attention on our blog on several heady topics such as green coffee, coffee roasting, and even the gear surrounding all of the different facets of the industry.  In an effort to get more granular, this article will take a deeper look at the art of roast profiles.…

National Coffee Day (Sept 29) - beyond being a made up holiday - is the perfect moment for coffee businesses to connect with their customers, generate buzz, and drive sales. Coffee is hyper-fragmented, so standing out and getting recognized takes consistent marketing. To help you along, we came up with five easy, high-impact ideas you can run with minimal budget…

Perched a mile above sea level, Denver, Colorado, is often celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes—and its equally breathtaking elevation. But beyond the hiking trails and ski slopes lies a thriving urban culture, fueled by a 20% population surge since 2010. That growth has transformed Denver into a dynamic hub of art, food, and, yes—exceptional coffee. Why Denver Coffee Stands Out…