specialty green coffee
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…
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…
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…
Roaster Profile: Milestone Coffee Roasting & Café Location: Montrose, Pennsylvania Founder and Roast Master: Matt Ford GO Customer Since 2023 From humble beginnings to a bustling café in the heart of Montrose, Pennsylvania, Milestone Coffee Roasting & Café is rooted in passion, persistence, and a powerful metaphor: chasing milestones. Tatyana and Matthew Ford with Milestone Coffee Roasting bag Matt Ford…
If you’ve roasted or even sipped a cup of coffee today, you’ve taken part in a global chain that’s under serious pressure—and serious transformation. Climate change is hitting coffee hard, but the fight for sustainable coffee is underway and it’s gaining traction! From seed to cup, a diverse mix of actors including scientists, farmers, corporations, and NGOs are rewriting coffee’s…
If your coffee tastes off—too bitter, too weak, or just flat—the culprit could be the coffee grind size. The grind size directly affects extraction, flavor, and even the mouthfeel of your brew. Getting the coffee grind size right is essential whether you're brewing at home or running a busy café. Why Your Coffee Grind Size Matters Brewing coffee is a…
This week the coffee market continued its wild ride, and roasters who’ve been waiting for a steep market decline may be in for a tough lesson. In late February, prices dipped below $3.80. The price drop offered a glimmer of hope to roasters holding out for a strong decline. But, March roared in and prices soared, fueled by concerns over…
EXPO Houston is right around the corner, happening April 25–27, and it’s the ultimate event for coffee professionals. Whether you’re a seasoned show veteran who has been going for years or you are attending for the first time, there’s no better place to connect, learn, and experience the latest innovations in the coffee world. We caught up with the Genuine…
The coffee market is currently navigating unprecedented price levels, with the C market over $4.00 per pound. This surge is driven primarily by concerns over supply shortages in Brazil and Vietnam, two of the world’s largest coffee-producing countries. While we’ve worked hard to keep our prices stable, Genuine Origin’s pricing follows market trends because we base our costs on replacement…