Now Sourcing Coffee in Peru
Now Sourcing Coffee in Peru

Throughout 2022, Catalyst Trade’s Sourcing and QC teams have been back and forth between Portland and Jaén, and in late November, we made one of our biggest announcements of the year: We are expanding into Peru! I’m excited to share with you the WHY behind this, our second expansion.

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Peru Flavor Profiles: Beyond Butter & Chocolate
Peru Flavor Profiles: Beyond Butter & Chocolate
Looking for coffee that will change your perspective on what's possible in Peru? Here's what to expect from Catalyst Trade's newest green coffee line up from the under-appreciated origin.
Emily among the coffee trees
Emily McIntyre, Founder and CEO of Catalyst Trade
“Magic is desire made real. Desire manifested..."
 
Bass guitarist. Fantasy writer. Aquarius. Emily McIntyre is as multifaceted as her favorite washed Sidama coffees. No stranger to the trial and error journey of entrepreneurship, she has been in the business of business since 13 years old...
Moisture Content & Water Activity in Coffees of Sidama & Keffa
Moisture Content & Water Activity in Coffees of Sidama & Keffa
Recently, Catalyst Trade QC & Sourcing Director and Founder Michael McIntyre put a few thoughts down for our team on water activity in the various parts of Sidama and Keffa, and we realized this was some of the most valuable insight green coffee exporters and importers can provide to roasters!
3 Ways Global Shipping Crises Affect Coffee Supply Chains
3 Ways Global Shipping Crises Affect Coffee Supply Chains
Coffee importers and roasters today have experienced the impact of global shipping crises on the supply chain. Learn more about managing logistics and inventory challenges in times of uncertainty.