The way we source coffee comes down to a few simple concepts: First and foremost, is the coffee of quality? Quality coffee almost always means fresh, seasonally produced, and often secured by before the harvest is finished at origin. We work closely with specialty importers that we’ve been friends with for years, focusing on purchasing smaller lots from proven producers we know and trust. We purchase smaller lots of coffee so we can ensure we roast through all of that seasons coffee in a reasonable amount of time before the coffees begin to show signs of age (negative flavors impacting the cup quality). We want the best for our customers so we focus on securing fresh and unique offerings from the best producing countries on the planet. Another concept that is near and dear to our hearts when purchasing coffee is, has the producer been taken care of? Our importers pay premiums for high quality parchment and that money is directly deposited into producers bank accounts. This is about as direct trade as it gets. As we grow in the coming years and purchase more and more green coffee each season, we’ll continue to work closely with our importing partners who will help us make lasting connections with producers at origin. We look forward to working more directly with these producers as time goes on and relationships develop.