This Week in Coffee #2: cleared rainforest, a chart of coffee prices climbing to a 40-year high, and hands holding roasted coffee beans
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This Week in Coffee #2, December 9th

Issue #2, December 9th 2024 Welcome to Koro Roasters Coffee News for December 16th, 2024! Grab your favorite brew and...

This Week in Coffee #1: a sailing cargo ship, an illustration of the digestive system, and an espresso cup resting on banknotes and coffee beans
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This Week in Coffee #1, December 2nd 2024

Curated news from the world of coffee by Koro Roasters. Issue #1, December 2nd 2024 Drinking Coffee Is Good For...

Close-up of ripe yellow bourbon coffee cherries on the branch
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Yellow Bourbon Coffee: The Golden Gem of Specialty Coffee
Discover the unique charm of Yellow Bourbon coffee, a rare Arabica variety that's making waves in the coffee world. From its intriguing origins to its distinct flavor profile, learn why coffee enthusiasts can't stop talking about Yellow Bourbon. Explore Koro's special offerings from Colombia and East Java, and embark on a flavorful journey unlike any other.
Two men inspecting ripe red coffee cherries on the branch at an Ijen Lestari coffee farm
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Pioneering Indonesian Specialty Coffee: Dandy Dharmawan and the Rise of Ijen Lestari
In the lush highlands of East Java, a revolution is brewing. Not the kind that topples governments, but one that's changing the way the world perceives Indonesian specialty coffee. At the forefront of this caffeinated uprising is Dandy Dharmawan, founder of Ijen Lestari, whose journey from failed Luwak coffee entrepreneur to Cup of Excellence winner is as rich and complex as the beans he produces.
Illustration of coffee's journey from cherry to cup: a farm at sunrise, bowls of ripe cherries, ground coffee and roasted beans, and fermentation tanks
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Discovering the World of Coffee Processing Methods: From Fruit to Cup

Discover how coffee processing methods like natural, washed, and honey affect the flavor of your brew. Learn about the coffee cherry's layers and explore the journey from fruit to cup with Koro Roasters.

Illustrated Cup of Excellence trophy held above an Indonesian coffee plantation, flanked by Indonesian flags and coffee branches
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Unveiling the Secrets of the Cup of Excellence: Indonesia's Rise to Coffee Stardom
The Cup of Excellence (COE) has taken the specialty coffee world by storm, and Indonesia is no exception. Since joining the COE family in 2021, Indonesian coffee producers have showcased their exceptional beans on the global stage, consistently impressing judges with their unique flavors and quality. Join us as we explore the secrets behind Indonesia's rise to coffee stardom and discover the impact of the COE on the country's specialty coffee industry.