Coffee News
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…
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…
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…
If you walk into a coffee shop in 2025, you’ll likely see a constellation of glowing screens between cappuccinos and croissants. Laptops feel as essential to café culture as baristas - yet owners and guests are asking a pointed question: Should coffee shops go laptop free? From “Cagongjok” to Coffee Campers In South Korea, the phenomenon for decamping to a…
For many, coffee is a daily ritual. For those in the business, it's a volatile global commodity—and in 2025, it’s proving more unpredictable than ever. Prices are swinging, trade policies are shifting, and supply chains are once again under pressure. After months of relative calm, the coffee market is showing signs of stress that could ripple through every level of…
Costa Rica coffee is as advanced as it gets and there are no signs of it slowing down. Costa Rican coffee farmers are poised to take the industry even further down the pathway of experimentation and diversification. Today, Costa Rica's coffee farmers are highly motivated to keep their country on the map. They are fighting to keep Costa Rica's reputation…
Was it just us, or did the first quarter of 2024 fly by? Here are more coffee events, expos, and competitions for your calendar this spring! It’s also world competition season, so stay tuned for the new 2024 champions and their cutting-edge presentations on the world stages. Img - stocksnap from Pixabay April 2024 Coffee Events 4-6 April: [Amsterdam, The…
Robusta coffee is hot. In fact, Robusta coffee beans are selling at a 30 year high, so let's uncover where we are, how we got here and where we're going. Robusta is known for its bold flavor profile and higher caffeine content, holds a significant place in the global coffee market. Its cultivation is primarily concentrated in regions like Vietnam,…
This year we are putting down roots in Roaster Village at Coffee EXPO in Chicago. Roaster Village is a special area of the Coffee EXPO show floor that will enable us to focus in earnest on giving show attendees a taste of the hottest new trends in coffee. Mark your calendars and be sure to swing by Roaster Village…
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…