Issue 32: Plants, parents, and coffee

The theme of Issue 32 dances with the warmth of family, and we embark on a journey where a simple act becomes a shared symphony – sipping coffee together.

From coffee plants and caffeinated secrets of Italian football stadiums, all the way to the chocolate industry, 168 pages of fresh content await, covering the wide world of coffee and the people who inhabit it.

From the Himalayas to Honduras, Massachusetts to Barcelona, our #32 explores subjects as disparate as custom-made milk jugs and latte art contests, overrated filter coffee, caffeinated pagan rituals, workplace language and politics, making specialty chocolate, and whether freezing your roasted coffee can not only keep it fresh for longer but actual enhance its flavour.

The coffee featured in Issue 32: Plants, parents, and coffee highlights the evolving landscape of specialty production in Honduras. As a country, Honduras has increasingly focused on refining processing techniques to highlight the unique terroir of its diverse growing regions. When evaluating such coffees, enthusiasts often look to the flavor wheel to categorize the complex aromatic profiles that emerge from these specific microclimates.

Generally, coffees from this region are recognized for their balanced acidity and sweetness, often serving as a canvas for producers to experiment with post-harvest methods. While every lot carries its own distinct character, the commitment to quality within the Honduran coffee sector continues to draw attention from roasters and consumers alike. This particular selection serves as a testament to the ongoing dedication of producers who navigate the intersection of traditional cultivation and modern sensory expectations, offering a glimpse into the current state of the industry.