Rainforest Alliance Certification: Benefits, Process, Costs and Critiques
Rainforest Alliance certification is an international certification program that aims to improve environmental and community well-being through sustainable, eco-friendly agricultural practices. The program focuses on the agricultural sector such as coffee, tea, cocoa, bananas, and others. The program was established in 1997 by the Rainforest Alliance, a non-profit organization headquartered in the United States. The […]
Is it Okay to Drink Coffee at Night?
Is it okay to drink coffee at night? As you may know, coffee contains caffeine which makes it difficult to sleep. In the human body, there is a compound called adenosine that makes you sleepy. This is where caffeine’s function allows it to block adenosine. This is what causes a person not to feel sleepy […]
Coffee Supply Chain: Challenges and Opportunities in Coffee Farmer-Marketer Partnerships
Coffee is one of the most important plantation commodities for many countries in the world. Coffee has become a fast-growing industry. The coffee industry covers the entire supply chain, from coffee farmers, collectors, collectors, processing, to marketing and sales. Supply Chain itself is a series of business processes that connect several actors to increase the […]
Organic Coffee: Pro-Environment Cultivation, Is it Possible?
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks around the world. In addition to its delicious taste, coffee is also a favorite for people from various parts of the world. Hence, coffee has become the dominant cultivation commodity after food crops, and a raw material for the retail industry that is in demand in the […]
Nodes of Civilization: The Role of Coffee in Shaping Social Connections over Time
Coffee is one drink that has become part of many people’s daily lives. Coffee can be a friend when relaxing, having breakfast, or even when doing important work. But did you know that coffee has played an important role in shaping social connections over time? In this article, we’ll talk about the role of coffee […]
Coffeehouse Revival: How Millennials Fueled Coffee Culture
Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world. Almost everyone has tasted coffee. However, these days, it’s not just the taste and aroma of coffee that’s attractive. Coffee has also become a symbol of culture and lifestyle. In fact, coffee shops have become a popular place for millennials to relax, hang […]
Kintamani Coffee: Bali’s Spiritual Coffee
The Island of the Gods is well known for its tourist destinations and natural beauty. However, Bali is not just about the beach and the sea. Bali is also known to the world as one of the best producers of Arabica coffee beans. In Bali, precisely in the Kintamani area near Mount Batur, there are […]
The History of Kopi Luwak: From Legend in Java to World Phenomenon
Kopi Luwak is a type of coffee produced from coffee beans processed by Luwak or Civet animals. The process of making this coffee begins with Luwak swallowing raw coffee grains, then the grains come back out in the form of feces or feces which are then cleaned and processed into coffee grains that are ready […]
Coffee Flavor Wheel: Getting to Know the Different Aromas and Flavors of Coffee
As we sip our coffee, we can’t help but show a shrunken and crumpled face. This is natural, as coffee is known for its sour and bitter taste. Hence, coffee is unique and has its own charm. Each type of coffee also has its own characteristics, depending on the variety and where it is grown. […]
The Most Popular Sumatran Coffee in Indonesian Cafes
In general, coffee beans have a distinctive character, shape, texture and flavor. The same applies to coffee beans from the island of Sumatra. It is certainly influenced by climate, weather, soil fertility and the coffee variety itself. If we talk about Sumatran coffee, then we need to know what regions and coffee varieties are cultivated […]
