specialty coffee
Roast Radar: Your Weekly Coffee & Roasting Industry Update (August 22, 2025)
This week in coffee brought major shifts—from Starbucks cutting back production and revamping its menu, to global arabica prices spiking due to US tariffs, and a spotlight on contamination risks in organic coffee. Here’s your latest industry brew.
Discovering Little Goat Coffee Roasting in Delaware
On my trip to Delaware, I stopped by Little Goat Coffee Roasting and was amazed to see a line stretching out the door, while a big brand café on the corner sat completely empty. After seven years in the community, Little Goat has built a loyal following that proves coffee is about more than convenience—it’s about craft, community, and connection.
My Cupping & Palate Development Adventure in Washington, D.C.
I recently attended Counter Culture Coffee’s Palate Development Workshop in Washington, D.C., where instructor Mike guided us through cupping, tasting exercises, and even a jelly bean experiment that showed how smell and taste work together. It was an eye-opening journey into fragrance, flavor, body, and aftertaste that left me appreciating coffee in a whole new way
Know Your Beans: Rwanda Nyamasheke – A Sweet, Citrus-Kissed African Gem
Discover Rwanda Nyamasheke: a juicy, floral washed Bourbon with lemon, honey, and black tea notes. Perfect for light roast lovers and specialty coffee fans
Know Your Beans: Yemen Mocha – Ancient, Wild & Wonderfully Complex
Explore Yemen Mocha: one of the oldest, most unique coffees in the world. Learn how to roast and brew it for its wild fruit, spice, and chocolatey richness.
Know Your Beans: Sumatra Mandheling – Earthy, Bold & Mysterious
Discover how to roast and brew Sumatra Mandheling coffee. Explore its earthy flavors, heavy body, and unique wet-hulled process in this beginner-friendly guide.
Know Your Beans: Brazil Natural – Smooth, Nutty & Perfect for Espresso
Learn how to roast and brew Brazil Natural coffee. Smooth, chocolatey, and low in acidity—perfect for espresso lovers and home roasters alike.
Know Your Beans: Guatemala Huehuetenango – Sweet, Fruity & Full of Character
Roast and brew Guatemala Huehuetenango coffee with our easy guide. Discover tasting notes, roast levels, and the story behind this sweet, balanced favorite.
Know Your Beans: Costa Rica Tarrazú – Balanced, Bright & Brew-Ready
Learn how to roast and brew Costa Rica Tarrazú beans. Explore tasting notes, roast tips, and brewing methods for one of the world’s most balanced coffees.
Know Your Beans: Panama Geisha – The Queen of Coffee
Discover the elegance of Panama Geisha coffee. Learn how to roast, brew, and enjoy this world-famous bean with our beginner-friendly guide.
