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Tasting Notes

Cupping impressions, single-origin deep dives, and flavor profiles from the beans we are drinking.

Tasting NotesApril 9, 2026

Central American Spring Harvest 2026: Early Notes From the Cupping Table

The 2026 Central American harvest is starting to show up on cupping tables in the U.S. and Europe. Our initial impressions: a promising Honduras, a cautious Guatemala, and one very good surprise from Costa Rica.

By Helena

Tasting NotesMarch 29, 2026

Anaerobic Naturals, Decoded

Anaerobic processing is specialty coffee's most abused term. Real anaerobic ferment produces remarkable coffee. Fake labeling sells a lot of mediocre beans with fruit loops taste.

By Helena