Coffee Processing 101
The journey from seed to cup is a long and interesting one. Processing coffee, or turning cherries into dried coffee beans, is a fundamental step in that journey, yet it is sometimes overlooked or misunderstood.
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A Story of Leadership: CAC Pangoa, Peru
Maintaining close relationships with our partners at origin is a priority for us, along with recognizing the achievements and success of our partner co-ops. One such co-op is CAC Pangoa, in Peru. CAC Pangoa is a well-established farmer-run co-operative, situated in the rugged and remote mountains on the edge of the Peruvian Amazon Basin. Originally formed in 1977 with just 50 members, the co-operative is now 800 members strong, 200 of which […]
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Facts About Coffee Roya In Central America
For the past year, coffee roya has swept through Central and South America, causing incredible devastation. Roya (the Spanish term for coffee rust), refers to a fungus, Hemileia vastatrix, which attacks the leaves of Arabica coffee plants, forming spores that quickly spread. The fungi eventually kill all the leaves on the tree, preventing any production of coffee cherries. Some countries such as Guatemala and Costa Rica have declared a state of emergency […]
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The 6th Annual Chowder Chowdown: A Celebration of Sustainability
On November 20 2013, 13 top Ocean Wise chefs from BC competed in the 6th annual Ocean Wise™Chowder Chowdown at the Vancouver Aquarium Vancouver by presenting their best, sustainable seafood chowders to an eager crowd of 600 people and a panel of celebrity judges.
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Maple Bourbon Aceh Gayo
We're excited to present a festive treat that brings together the sweetness of maple syrup, the spiciness of fresh cinnamon and the velvety body of our Aceh Gayo coffee. The finishing touch? A bold, yet satiny smooth bourbon.
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