The popularity of gourmet coffee allows us to obtain more detailed planting and production information of coffee beans. These information usually accompanies the sale of coffee beans and is printed on the label of the packaging bag! Bean varieties, p [more…]

"Sweetness" is an excellent trait that can make a bean stand out. At Front Street Coffee, when selling coffee beans, we often have friends ask for "a bean with higher sweetness." When it comes to high-sweetness coffee, Front Street believes that the first thing many people think of is Costa Rican honey-processed coffee! As a honey-processed [more…]

Many friends have messaged Front Street privately, asking Front Street to introduce some representative good coffee beans. Front Street thought about it, and the most representative coffees are the more distinctive coffee beans from each major producing region. For this reason, Front Street has recommended 10 coffee beans from different producing countries. 1. Front Street Coffee (FrontSt [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee) The world's three major beverages are cocoa, tea, and coffee. Among them, coffee was only introduced to China just over a hundred years ago, but it is only in recent years that coffee's development in China has grown increasingly massive, and the number of coffee drinkers has [more…]

If there are any names that cannot be avoided in the Ethiopian specialty coffee scene in recent years, Front Street Coffee believes that Tamiru of Alo Coffee and Eliyas Dukamo of Elto Coffee must be among them. Whether in international competitions [more…]

If you ask what single-origin coffee beans are suitable for beginners to practice with, we'd say everyday drinking coffee beans, because they are not only economical and affordable, but also let you taste classic regional flavors. If you haven't tried fruity, acidic coffee yet, we suggest starting with the classic Yirgacheffe flavor. Today let's talk about this one, which represents the finest floral aroma. [more…]

As the birthplace of coffee, Ethiopia has always been a pilgrimage site for many coffee professionals. Many friends who come to Front Street Coffee ask as soon as they walk in whether we have Ethiopian beans, whether we have Yirgacheffe beans. Yes, whether for coffee beginners or coffee connoisseurs, Ethiopian coffee beans have that bright [more…]

Panama Elida Estate | Introduction to the BOP Estate. Boquete in Boquete is a town in the province of Chiriqui, located near the border between Panama and Costa Rica, close to the famous Baru volcano, with beautiful scenery, fertile and rich soil, an [more…]

There is a Yirgacheffe coffee with a very cute name, called "Gotiti," transliterated from Gotiti. Many people initially bought it out of curiosity to try it, but unexpectedly were amazed on the spot by its rich aroma and fresh taste, and thus became loyal fans. So what exactly is the charm that makes the public fall for [more…]

For coffee lovers, among the coffees they've tried, there's always at least one African coffee bean. Among them, the Ethiopian Yirgacheffe coffee beans, originating from the birthplace of Arabica, are highly renowned for their excellent flavor and are much loved by many. In recent years, domestic specialty coffee has developed rapidly, and this coffee, which enjoys great fame in the international coffee circle, [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). The world's three major beverages are cocoa, tea, and coffee. Among them, coffee was only introduced to China just over a hundred years ago, but it is only in recent years that coffee's development in China has grown increasingly massive, and the number of coffee drinkers has [more…]

Yunnan coffee has traveled a long and winding road of growth, from the first coffee seedling introduced by missionaries a century ago to its current status as a common choice in specialty coffee shops. This article traces the complete story of Yunnan small-bean coffee—its cultivation origins, the evolution of varieties, and the upgrading of the industry—and also explores the distinct characteristics of the two varieties, Typica and Catimor. For coffee lovers who want to understand the flavors of the Yunnan growing region or who are currently choosing a Yunnan single-origin bean, this article offers a comprehensive reference ranging from historical background to practical brewing, and it also includes Front Street Coffee's Yunnan bean brewing recipe and flavor description. [more…]

We know that Geisha coffee is very delicious and famous, but do you know how Geisha coffee got its name? There are many ways to name coffee—some are named after the producing country or region, and some are named after the estate—while Geisha is the name of a coffee variety. Geisha refers to a coffee variety, called Geisha in English. [more…]

The flavor of Front Street Ethiopian coffee beans is world-renowned for its elegant floral notes, citrus, lemon, and tropical fruit aromas, along with a fruity tea-like mouthfeel. It is often the region of choice for specialty coffee fans, especially Yirgacheffe and Sidama. So in this article, Front Street will introduce you to a famous Ethiopian coffee region—Sidama. [more…]

In recent years, thanks to the efforts of many people, the quality of Yunnan coffee has continued to improve and has won considerable recognition, and there are many fans of Yunnan coffee here in China. For those who have never tried Yunnan coffee, you must be curious about what it tastes like. Why choose the small-bean coffee from the Baoshan growing region? At present, Yunnan Province's coffee [more…]

Yellow Bourbon is a rather legendary variety in Brazilian coffee. With its distinctive yellow appearance when ripe and outstanding flavor performance, it has attracted considerable attention in the specialty coffee world in recent years. Its history can be traced back to a natural mutation of Red Bourbon in the 19th century. Later, through systematic research by the Campinas Agronomic Institute (IAC), its genetic mechanism and cultivation characteristics were gradually clarified. Although its yield is relatively low and its disease resistance is weak, Yellow Bourbon often displays a flavor profile in cupping characterized by prominent sweetness and bright citrus acidity. This article reviews the variety's origins, genetic principles, and key cultivation points, and introduces the Yellow Bourbon from Fazenda Rainha in Brazil, along with Front Street Coffee's roasting approach and flavor description. [more…]

Yunnan coffee beans have stood out in recent years in green coffee competitions, frequently appearing in the public eye. And like a dark horse, they have gradually emerged in the specialty coffee market. Today, Front Street will share with you the development of Yunnan coffee in recent years. To understand the history of Yunnan coffee cultivation, you should know that Yunnan's [more…]

We know that Geisha coffee is very delicious and also very famous, but do you know how Geisha coffee got its name? There are many ways to name coffee: some are named after the producing country or region, and some are named after the estate, while Geisha is the name of a coffee variety. Geisha refers to a coffee variety, called Geisha/Ge in English. [more…]

For those who are just getting into specialty coffee, we usually recommend everyday drinking coffee that is tasty and affordable. If you're thinking about convenience for carrying to the office or brewing at work, we suggest buying everyday drip bags, such as the Front Street Yirgacheffe everyday drip bags that are highly favored by coffee lovers. What is Yirgacheffe? "Yirga [more…]

Is Arabica a coffee brand from some country? Arabica is the name of a coffee variety, and it is a very common coffee variety name. "Made with 100% Arabica coffee beans," "selected Arabica coffee beans"... In our daily lives, when we buy all kinds of coffee products, the packaging always says " [more…]