La Noticia

A blog about the truth in coffee.
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Why is Colombian coffee so special?

If you are a coffee lover, you have undoubtedly heard about specialty coffee from Colombia. But have you ever wondered what makes it so special? What makes it globally recognized as one of the best coffees in the world?
John Trabelsi
COO, Q-Grader

What is Pineapple Fermentation?

Coffee fermented in pineapple? Oh, yes! And it is quite tasty too! The pineapple process brings many benefits to coffee fermentation. Adding fruit helps produce yeasts and microbiomes that develop complex flavors that can be tasted in the coffee...
Daniel Palacio
Impact & Farm Innovation

Working with Micro-organisms to give back to the land.

One of the more substantial problems we’ve encountered on the farms, especially the Progeny farm, is the over-stressing of the land. 

What is a Coffee Score?

We source coffee from small farms better known as micro-lots and we only purchase specialty grade coffees.

How do we guarantee full traceability and quality?

Most people don’t know where their coffee comes from. Too many, it's not even a second thought. 

How Does Humidity Impact Coffee?

Humidity is one of the biggest variables in the processing and storing of coffee beans.

What Brew Method is Right for me?

We’ve all heard that this particular brew method or that certain brew method makes the best cup of coffee but the coffee flavor is subjective to who’s consuming it. 

What does it mean when beans appear oily or wet?

When you open up a bag of coffee? Pick up a small handful of beans. Are they glossy or matte in appearance?

Coffee Processing Methods in Colombia.

The quality of specialty coffee you are purchasing from Progeny goes through several different processes depending on what it requires to bring out the best flavor. All of our coffee is grown and sourced with care, and taste-tested before it is exported.

What are coffee flavor notes?

We get asked all the time about how we come up with the tasting or flavor notes that go on our retail bags. First off we do not flavor our coffee beans.