Single Origin tells you where the coffee is from, for instance our Over a Drink Anaerobic coffee from Mathira, Kenya.
Unique flavour profiles due to specific growing conditions (soil, altitude, climate) in a single region or farm.Taste ranges from bright and fruity to earthy and chocolatey, depending on the origin.
Coffee blends are a masterful mix of 2 or more distinct coffees, often from different regions or processed differently.
Blends offer a reliable and consistent flavour profile, making them popular choices for cafes and everyday enjoyment.
Speciality tells you how good the coffee is.
To be considered speciality, a coffee must score 80> points on the (Speciality Coffee Association) SCA's 100-point cupping scale. This scale evaluates various aspects like flavour, aroma, acidity, and overall balance.
Cupping(tasting) is a standardized method used by trained professionals (Q Graders/liquorers) to assess coffee quality.
80< - not speciality
80 - 84 - very good speciality
85 - 90 - excellent speciality
90 - 100 - exceptional speciality