Producer/Curator:

Biniyam Aklilu

In a traditional coffee producing country, major changes are afoot. In Ethiopia, an increasing number of young coffee producers are gaining a morale boost, with the easing of ECX regulation and the start of the Cup of Excellence. Among them is Biniyam Aklilu. We got to know Biniyam through the introduction…Read More

Producer/Curator:

Mekuria Mergia, Elias Yifter

We are on our way to the washing station in Guji with Mekuria and Elias in a four-wheel-drive car. The natural environment here is different from that of Yirgachefe. We alternated through gently rising green hills and dusty red dirt off-roads. Houses with colorfully painted walls, people washing clothes in the river, and…Read More

Producer/Curator:

Alejo Castro Kahle

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Producer/Curator:

Yar Sin

In 2022, Yashin set out with the goal of spreading Myanmar coffee globally and establishing it as a respected product, founding Biome Coffee. Originally aspiring to become a doctor, Yashin faced challenges due to limited income and the necessity of working under the military regime. Seeking the next step, he decided to enter the coffee industry, a field where he could make an international impact. Biome is composed of a small team of seven people, working to ensure that Myanmar coffee reaches the world. With its own farms and processing facilities in Pin Oo Lwin and Ywangan, Biome collaborates with 15 producer groups, providing them with the latest technology. The company offers producers essential equipment, such as hulling machines and drying beds, free of charge, while also sharing its expertise in cultivation and processing methods. Yashin encourages producers by saying, “We will find the market for you. In return, we ask you to try the cultivation and processing methods we recommend, as these will eventually benefit you.” Through this approach, strong partnerships have been established, allowing producers to produce high-quality coffee and secure stable incomes. Biome’s appeal lies in its meticulous work, resulting in clean cups, consistent quality, and a smooth texture. Additionally, its experimental lots are of exceptional quality, setting them apart from others. Biome continues to enhance the value of Myanmar coffee.Read More

Producer/Curator:

Mario Samuel Mejia Rodriguez

Mario Mejia grew up playing on drying patios and chasing his brothers through coffee trees. In La Paz, Honduras, where the cool mountain temperatures and steep slopes provide the perfect environment for cultivating coffee, the Mejia family has been dedicated to their land in Montecillos Sierra for four generations. A 16 hectare farm when it was inherited by his father, Finca El Jardin’s current 52 hectares are now managed by the youngest Mejia, Mario...Read More