Each week, a carefully chosen assortment of outstanding whole bean coffees from prominent roasters across the globe is presented. This collection aims to guide coffee enthusiasts through a diverse landscape of flavors and origins, offering insights into what makes each selection truly special. From the intricate notes of Ethiopian Kochere to the refreshing zest of summer blends, this compilation ensures there's a coffee to suit every preference, inviting exploration into the rich world of artisanal coffee.
The selection process for these featured coffees is meticulous, focusing on recommendations from advertising roasting partners who are passionate about their latest and most exciting releases. This ensures that only the freshest, most vibrant, and intriguing coffees make it into the weekly highlight. The offerings span a wide geographical range, showcasing the unique characteristics imparted by different terroirs and processing methods.
Among the notable mentions is Blueprint Coffee's Ethiopia Kochere, sourced from the high-elevation Yirgacheffe region. Known for its small, complex beans, this washed coffee boasts delicate notes of peach, jasmine, clove, hazelnut, and black tea, a testament to Moplaco's expert sorting. From PERC Coffee, the Wilton Benitez Tag Team presents two unique coffees: a thermal-shocked, yeast-fermented Silvercat with pineapple and papaya notes, and a double-fermented, sugarcane-decaf Red Bourbon offering sweet, fruity flavors.
Equator Coffees captures the essence of Californian summer with their Golden Hour Blend, a medium-light roast combining coffees from Colombia, Ethiopia, and Tanzania, revealing tastes of maraschino cherry, pomegranate, and waffle cone. Five percent of its sales contribute to a microcredit program for the Las Rosas Women’s Group. Passenger Coffee and Tea features Agaro from Ethiopia, a classic washed Ethiopian profile with juicy citrus, peach, and black tea, benefiting from Passenger's foundational partnerships and green coffee preservation efforts.
Klatch Coffee's Wanderlust Summer Espresso, a seasonal delight, offers notes of raspberry, chocolate, and pear, perfect for adventurous palates. Madcap Coffee celebrates the 12th season of their Reko, an Ethiopian coffee from the Kochere district, with a profile bursting with citrus, candied ginger, and lavender. La Barba Coffee highlights a Colombian Washed Pink Bourbon from Sebastian Ramirez, presenting clean, balanced flavors of floral aromas, bergamot, coriander, and a creamy, sugary sweetness as it cools.
Heartwood Coffee Roasters proudly presents Finca Palma Rosa, a coffee that emphasizes the profound connection between farm and cup, reflecting the dedication and hard work involved in its cultivation. Mr. Espresso’s Brazil Córrego Da Boa Vista defies traditional Brazilian coffee perceptions, shining as a single origin with abundant floral notes of lavender, sweet clover, and toasted almond. Verve Coffee Roasters introduces their Morning Brew Blend, a balanced and bright coffee inspired by the Grateful Dead, featuring plum, nectarine, and black tea.
Onyx Coffee Lab offers Ethiopia Gore Dako, a beloved selection known for its slow ripening in native forests, resulting in delicate stone fruit and floral notes. Olympia Coffee Roasters features Burundi Gitwe Natural Micro Lot 4, delivering flavors of maraschino cherry, brown sugar, and fruit punch. Portland Coffee Roasters' Endless Summer, an organically grown Ethiopian coffee from Kayon Mountain Coffee Farm, provides a beautiful and bright flavor profile through natural processing.
Partners Coffee introduces Block Party, a vibrant summer blend of 100% chiroso from Colombia, offering notes of fresh berries, watermelon, and Pink Lady apple. Sightglass Coffee's Summer Solstice blends Ethiopian and Rwandan coffees to create a layered, juicy cup with tropical fruit, delicate florals, and sun-ripened sweetness. Stumptown Coffee Roasters brings back Colombia El Jordan, a fan favorite with dynamic flavors of Honeycrisp apple, black cherry, vanilla, and dark chocolate. Night Swim Coffee features Kirimahiga AA from Kenya, a washed coffee with notes of creamsicle, black tea, and a syrupy finish, sourced from smallholder farmers. Finally, Joe Coffee Company presents Lincoln Center, a coffee characterized by apple blossom, candied grapefruit, and apricot notes.