Blue Turaco Coffee Blog

Why's a V60 called a V60?

Why's a V60 called a V60?

The Hario V60 has become one of the most popular way to brew coffee. An upside-down cone you put filter paper (and ground coffee) into. Hole in the bottom for...

Why's a V60 called a V60?

The Hario V60 has become one of the most popular way to brew coffee. An upside-down cone you put filter paper (and ground coffee) into. Hole in the bottom for...

Our Top 3 Coffee Grinders

Our Top 3 Coffee Grinders

Who else has the coffee grinder in the photo? At least 2 members of the Blue Turaco team have this coffee grinder. This photo is of Rosie's, taken in her...

Our Top 3 Coffee Grinders

Who else has the coffee grinder in the photo? At least 2 members of the Blue Turaco team have this coffee grinder. This photo is of Rosie's, taken in her...

The Calendar of a Coffee Farmer

The Calendar of a Coffee Farmer

THERE IS NO REST FOR THE SMALLHOLDER COFFEE FARMER.  The Robusta coffee harvest in Uganda happens twice a year. The first harvest is between April and June, the second is...

The Calendar of a Coffee Farmer

THERE IS NO REST FOR THE SMALLHOLDER COFFEE FARMER.  The Robusta coffee harvest in Uganda happens twice a year. The first harvest is between April and June, the second is...

What direct trade means to us >>

What direct trade means to us >>

We often say that in the coffee world we speak our own language. It is called coffee speak. And sometimes, it’s not all that easy to understand. Something we hear...

What direct trade means to us >>

We often say that in the coffee world we speak our own language. It is called coffee speak. And sometimes, it’s not all that easy to understand. Something we hear...

Community Impact : Childhood hunger in coffee villages today

Community Impact : Childhood hunger in coffee v...

   “I made a vow to myself: if I ever had the means, I would work tirelessly to eliminate childhood hunger in village schools like the one I attended.” – Wycliffe...

Community Impact : Childhood hunger in coffee v...

   “I made a vow to myself: if I ever had the means, I would work tirelessly to eliminate childhood hunger in village schools like the one I attended.” – Wycliffe...

A note from our founder - Wycliffe Sande: a personal mission!

A note from our founder - Wycliffe Sande: a per...

"I picked coffee beans as a young boy to pay for my food and school fees. I’ve seen first-hand how coffee can impact the lives of its communities. And I’ve...

A note from our founder - Wycliffe Sande: a per...

"I picked coffee beans as a young boy to pay for my food and school fees. I’ve seen first-hand how coffee can impact the lives of its communities. And I’ve...