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A Guide to Ethically Sourced Coffee Beans

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When you hear the term "ethically sourced coffee beans," what comes to mind? For us, it’s a deep commitment to fairness and sustainability that travels all the way from the farm to your cup. It’s a philosophy ensuring the people who grow your coffee earn a wage they can actually live on, and that the[…]

What Is Direct Trade Coffee? A Guide to Sourcing with Purpose

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At its heart, what is direct trade coffee? It's a sourcing philosophy built on a simple, powerful idea: a direct relationship between the coffee roaster and the coffee farmer. This model cuts out the traditional middlemen, allowing roasters like us at Cumbre Coffee to work hand-in-hand with growers, pay a premium for exceptional quality, and[…]