Anyone familiar with our company knows that we are extremely aligned with the interests of the small-scale coffee farmer. After all, it’s in our name (“Café Campesino” loosely translates from Spanish to “coffee of the small farmer”). It’s worth taking a moment to explain why. Small-Scale Coffee Farmers are the Backbone of the Specialty Coffee […]
If you’re looking for a meaningful gift for your clients, look no further than the Cafe Campesino Holiday Blend. We’re convinced this mighty little coffee will make your life easier and leave your customers feeling valued and appreciated. Here’s why: Why our Coffee is the Perfect Corporate Gift Idea It’s easy to gift. Packaged in […]
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“It Takes a Village,” and We Couldn’t be Happier with Ours There is no better way for us to celebrate Thanksgiving than through gratitude. Each week in November we will showcase a critical element in our supply chain for which we are IMMENSELY grateful. From the small-scale farmers who grow our coffee, to our customers […]
Subscribe and save. We’ve all heard it. Cleaning supplies, copy paper, toiletries… Enter: Coffee. If you don’t currently have a coffee subscription, you should give it a try. We have a feeling you’ll love it. Here’s why: 1. Set it and Forget it This is the most fun part. You know you’re going to drink […]
In solidarity with coffee producers, our customers, and ethical coffee companies around the world, we are making a commitment to be fully transparent in our coffee buying. What does the Transparency Pledge Mean for Cafe Campesino? For years, we have posted online the prices we pay farmer cooperatives. But today we are making a commitment […]
Why Yirgacheffe Coffee is great on ice A long-time favorite of Cafe Campesino, the Yirgacheffe region of Ethiopia consistently produces bright, floral, light-bodied coffees. In the heat of the summer, these lemon-citrus flavors practically beg for iced coffee cocktails. Yes, you can enjoy it hot or without booze (and we do!). But brewing Yirgacheffe as […]
One of the biggest equipment costs for any coffee shop will be its espresso machine. This purchasing decision is important and can be complicated for a variety of reasons. Common Mistakes in Buying Espresso Machines The two most common mistakes people make when purchasing espresso machines is either underpaying or overpaying. Before making your purchase, […]
https://blog.cafecampesino.com/wp-content/uploads/espresso-machine.jpg9331400Hannah Mercer A.S.T.https://blog.cafecampesino.com/wp-content/uploads/Cafe-Campesino-Small-Farmer-Coffee.pngHannah Mercer A.S.T.2019-04-09 11:47:562019-12-16 13:16:38How Much Should an Espresso Machine Cost?
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Atlanta meal kit service puts sustainable farmers & food first. PeachDish, a national meal kit service based in Atlanta, exists to enrich and nourish lives through good food. They have high standards. They are an industry leader in quality, creativity and customer service. They’re also building transparent, innovative, and wholesome food systems. Every day, PeachDish […]
Specialty coffee is incredibly seasonal. Not only is it grown and harvested seasonally (like all agricultural products), but consumer preferences also change according to seasons. Sometimes you prefer a darker roast when it’s cold outside- a lighter roast when it’s hot. The following is a winter 2018 selection from our staff- what we’re drinking and […]
L-R: Bill Harris, Yuri Pilliume, Esperanza Dionisio, Tripp Pomeroy and Carlos Reynoso, discuss challenges and opportunities in the fair trade, organic coffee industry. As a part of our 20th anniversary festivities, we have welcomed leaders of fair trade coffee cooperatives to celebrate with us in Americus Oct. 5-6. Yuri Pilliume of Colombia’s Fondo Paez, Esperanza […]
I’ll be the first to admit that when I began working in coffee, I didn’t really understand it. Between being hired at Cafe Campesino and working my first shift, I did a little studying about roast profiles, drinks, and fair trade – but I honestly didn’t know how coffee was grown. I was NEW to […]
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Thanks to Small-Scale Coffee Farmers
Coffee EducationAnyone familiar with our company knows that we are extremely aligned with the interests of the small-scale coffee farmer. After all, it’s in our name (“Café Campesino” loosely translates from Spanish to “coffee of the small farmer”). It’s worth taking a moment to explain why. Small-Scale Coffee Farmers are the Backbone of the Specialty Coffee […]
6 Reasons this Fair Trade Coffee is the Perfect Corporate Gift Idea
Coffee GiftsIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift for your clients, look no further than the Cafe Campesino Holiday Blend. We’re convinced this mighty little coffee will make your life easier and leave your customers feeling valued and appreciated. Here’s why: Why our Coffee is the Perfect Corporate Gift Idea It’s easy to gift. Packaged in […]
A Month of Coffee Gratitude from Cafe Campesino
Sustainability“It Takes a Village,” and We Couldn’t be Happier with Ours There is no better way for us to celebrate Thanksgiving than through gratitude. Each week in November we will showcase a critical element in our supply chain for which we are IMMENSELY grateful. From the small-scale farmers who grow our coffee, to our customers […]
5 Reasons You’ll Love our Coffee Subscription
Coffee EducationSubscribe and save. We’ve all heard it. Cleaning supplies, copy paper, toiletries… Enter: Coffee. If you don’t currently have a coffee subscription, you should give it a try. We have a feeling you’ll love it. Here’s why: 1. Set it and Forget it This is the most fun part. You know you’re going to drink […]
We’re taking THE COFFEE PRICE TRANSPARENCY PLEDGE
Coffee Education, Coffee Trading PartnerIn solidarity with coffee producers, our customers, and ethical coffee companies around the world, we are making a commitment to be fully transparent in our coffee buying. What does the Transparency Pledge Mean for Cafe Campesino? For years, we have posted online the prices we pay farmer cooperatives. But today we are making a commitment […]
Iced Coffee Cocktails: Enjoy our Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Cold
Coffee Brewing, RecipesWhy Yirgacheffe Coffee is great on ice A long-time favorite of Cafe Campesino, the Yirgacheffe region of Ethiopia consistently produces bright, floral, light-bodied coffees. In the heat of the summer, these lemon-citrus flavors practically beg for iced coffee cocktails. Yes, you can enjoy it hot or without booze (and we do!). But brewing Yirgacheffe as […]
How Much Should an Espresso Machine Cost?
Wholesale, Barista Training, Coffee Brewing, Wholesale Coffee EducationOne of the biggest equipment costs for any coffee shop will be its espresso machine. This purchasing decision is important and can be complicated for a variety of reasons. Common Mistakes in Buying Espresso Machines The two most common mistakes people make when purchasing espresso machines is either underpaying or overpaying. Before making your purchase, […]
Key Questions to Ask Before Opening a Coffee Shop
Wholesale, Wholesale Coffee EducationHere are some of the key questions we believe every aspiring coffee-shop owner should be asking themselves before starting a coffee business.
Brands We Love: PeachDish
Partner Spotlight, SustainabilityAtlanta meal kit service puts sustainable farmers & food first. PeachDish, a national meal kit service based in Atlanta, exists to enrich and nourish lives through good food. They have high standards. They are an industry leader in quality, creativity and customer service. They’re also building transparent, innovative, and wholesome food systems. Every day, PeachDish […]
Our Favorite Coffees: Staff picks for 2018
Coffee EducationSpecialty coffee is incredibly seasonal. Not only is it grown and harvested seasonally (like all agricultural products), but consumer preferences also change according to seasons. Sometimes you prefer a darker roast when it’s cold outside- a lighter roast when it’s hot. The following is a winter 2018 selection from our staff- what we’re drinking and […]
Meet our Guests: Q&A with Fair Trade Coffee Leaders
Coffee EducationL-R: Bill Harris, Yuri Pilliume, Esperanza Dionisio, Tripp Pomeroy and Carlos Reynoso, discuss challenges and opportunities in the fair trade, organic coffee industry. As a part of our 20th anniversary festivities, we have welcomed leaders of fair trade coffee cooperatives to celebrate with us in Americus Oct. 5-6. Yuri Pilliume of Colombia’s Fondo Paez, Esperanza […]
Why Engaging with Your Coffee Community is Important
Coffee EducationI’ll be the first to admit that when I began working in coffee, I didn’t really understand it. Between being hired at Cafe Campesino and working my first shift, I did a little studying about roast profiles, drinks, and fair trade – but I honestly didn’t know how coffee was grown. I was NEW to […]