Africa

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The birthplace of coffee, Africa grows beans that are some of the most eclectic you’ll find in terms of cupping notes—sweet citrus, juicy stone fruit, and berries, among others. African coffee consistently scores highest on cupping forms, beloved for its bright acidity, wine-like brilliance, and silky mouthfeel.

Uganda

Fine robusta, like that grown in Uganda, isn’t just robusta. Fine robusta is given similar care and attention as arabica—proper moisture content prior to export, meticulous picking, etc., making for a better cup. This is robusta that fights the st...

Kenya

Though not quite on Ethiopia’s level of coffee producing, Kenya’s terroir is prime for growing specialty coffee, and is slated to become the next big origin. Bungoma County’s mountainous landscape, rainfall, and warm average temperature make for c...

Ethiopia

African coffee is consistently ranked as some of the best on the planet, in part because that’s where coffee was born. Every varietal in existence is the product of Ethiopian and Sudanese coffee plants’ incredible voyage around the world. From fru...

Congo

Kivu’s proximity to the equator is perfect for coffee growing, as its temperatures and average precipitation nurture the Congo’s verdant landscape. Compound that with the presence of fertile, volcanic soil and high elevations, and you’ve got perha...

Rwanda

After years of war at the end of the 20th century, coffee growing became an instrumental part of helping rebuild Rwanda’s shattered agricultural sector. The success of this movement can be seen in the large number of newly built washing stations a...

Tanzania

The landscape of the Mbeya Region in Tanzania is dynamic, with rolling mountain peaks and valleys galore. This is typical of coffee-producing countries, but not every origin is lucky enough to have their own namesake volcanic mountain range, let a...

Central America

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These coffees grow at high altitudes in rich, volcanic soil, which improves their minerality and comparative taste. These coffees develop sought-after flavors like chocolate-covered citrus, honey, and spiced nuts. The majority of Central American coffees are fully washed, as is the case with most specialty coffees.

Panama

While coffee’s Panamanian roots run as deep and far back as the early 1900s, the country’s prominence in international markets didn’t come until Geisha showed up in the ‘60s. Since then, the verdant landscape of the Chiriquí Highlands has become a...

Nicaragua

Known as the “Land of Eternal Spring,” Matagalpa, Nicaragua, is nestled in a sprawling valley, full of lush trees, colorful houses, and, of course, coffee. The mountains that bookend Matagalpa are sown thick with high-altitude coffee plants that b...

Mexico

Oaxaca (pronounced waa-HA-kuh) is a predominantly small-lot coffee growing region in southern Mexico, with a few large cooperatives throughout. In Oaxaca, the same cultivation processes utilized in the 1940s are still favored across the region tod...

Honduras

The average altitude in the La Paz region of Honduras is around 1,300 – 1,500 masl (meters above sea level), which makes for exquisite coffee growing. Flavor profiles at this elevation tend to swing more chocolatey and spicier, and avid coffee lov...

Guatemala

Guatemala is the life of the party. It gets along with everyone and requests the best throwback jams you thought you forgot. Guatemalan coffee is often strictly high grown, as is the case with our Guatemala Huehuetenango, meaning the coffee is mor...

El Salvador

Santa Ana, El Salvador is a veritable mecca for coffee processing. The fact that El Salvador has been dubbed the “Land of Volcanoes” only adds to its appeal, as coffee is known to thrive in nutrient-dense, volcanic soil. Its high elevation also gi...

Costa Rica

The picturesque landscape of Costa Rica is home to some of the world’s most famous coffees. The high elevation—up to 1,800 masl—makes for remarkably distinct coffee, with flavors ranging from sweet wine to cocoa to cinnamon. Costa Rica is known fo...

Indo-Pacific

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Notoriously low in acid, coffees from the Indo-Pacific region feature notes of spiced chocolate and syrup with an earthy undertone. Indo-Pacific coffee is grown high on volcanic slopes, where the cooler temperatures slow maturation, giving the coffees time to develop the delicate, floral notes they’re known for.

Java

When you hear the word “Java,” your mind instantly jumps to coffee, and for good reason. In addition to growing some of the finest coffees available today, Javanese beans are also in one of history’s most famous blends: mocha java. Perhaps the wor...

India

On a ship sailing the Cape of Good Hope from India to Europe, a legendary coffee process would be discovered by accident. During transport, constant humidity and ocean winds caused by the Indian monsoon season made the coffee beans swell, change t...

Bali

The Kintamani Highlands are home to some of the finest coffees in Bali. Though not as well-known as other Indonesian islands, Balinese coffee is definitely worth a taste. With delicate origin notes of chocolate-covered citrus fruit, vanilla, and n...

Vietnam

Approximately 30 to 40% of the world’s coffee production is robusta (coffea canephora), most of which is grown in Vietnam. Reportedly, 19th-century French missionaries introduced coffee to the region before the Tonquin War solidified its place in ...

Flores

Descending the Inierie volcano toward Bajawa, you’ll find plentiful coffee trees deep in the rich soil, planted among shading bamboo and Juria. Indonesian coffee is known for its low acidity and deep, earthy flavors, and our Organic Flores Bajawa ...

Timor

The south Pacific is famous for producing coffee with lower acidity and full flavors, and Timor is no exception. The town of Maubisse, in the Ainaro District of East Timor, is home to the Cooperative Café Timor (CCT), a group of farmers who helped...

Sumatra

Aceh is the westernmost region of the Indonesian island of Sumatra where coffee farms abound. The combination of high elevation and volcanic soil make for coffees that are rich and lower in acidity with notes of nutty dark chocolate. In the Takeng...

Papua New Guinea

The Goroka area of Papua New Guinea is surrounded by mountains, where coffee grows up to an astounding 2,400 meters above sea level. At this elevation, coffee cherries mature more slowly and develop brighter, more acidic cup qualities. Because of ...

Islands of the Americas

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The Caribbean and Hawaii are responsible for some of the most exquisite coffees ever. Rarity sets these coffees apart. Caribbean coffees grow at high altitudes, making their maturation slower. Hawaiian coffee grows much lower, but the volcanic soil and handpick-only harvest translate to higher quality.

Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic was made for coffee production, with its abundant rainfall and mountainous terrain. Interestingly, the heat from ocean currents and trade winds extends the coffee’s growing season, meaning both that coffee can be harvested n...

Haiti

Haiti’s mountainous geography is perfect for coffee growing, since sweeter, lighter coffees grow best at high altitudes. Additionally, native trees provide plentiful shade, and the Haitian climate keeps the temperature nice and humid. This all tra...

Jamaica

Coffee from the Blue Mountain region of Jamaica is lauded for its unparalleled balance of flavor, mild body, and smooth, floral notes. It’s one of the most sought-after coffees on the planet. Fresh Roasted Coffee proudly purchases our unroasted Ja...

Hawaii

Aloha, coffee lover! Did you know Hawaii has 137 islands in total? Or that it’s the only US state where coffee is grown commercially? Or that Fresh Roasted Coffee is the best place to get 100% Maui and Kona coffee? Well, you do now! Hawaiian coffe...

South America

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South America is responsible for 75% of the world’s coffee supply, 3.5 metric tons of which is produced in Brazil alone. Exceptionally high altitudes lend to the coffees’ fruit, nut, and cocoa notes. Consistent rainfall, high daytime temperatures, and dry winters make South America ideal for coffee growing.

Peru

From its abundance of shimmering beaches to the Andes and Amazonian jungles, Peru’s landscape is among the most diverse in the world, sporting several different climates to boot. Located in the remote province of Rodriguez de Mendoza in northern P...

Colombia

There’s no doubt that the coffee beans of Colombia are synonymous with the traditional flavor of coffee. Most cafés keep Colombian brewing day and night. Roasters love its versatility, and it blends with other coffees exceptionally well! People te...

Brazil

Minas Gerais is the largest coffee-producing state of the 26 states that make up Brazil, accounting for almost half of the country’s total coffee. The landscape in Minas Gerais abounds with mountains and valleys, which give Brazilian coffees their...