In this interview, we speak with Andrés Salaverría at the Las Cruces (Jasal) coffee mill in El Salvador, about the coffee growing tradition of five generations and the shift from volume to quality. With a philosophy that unites history, technology and community. Jasal is committed to productive stability, traceability and micro-lots with identity. Its vision in the face of volatile prices, climate and EUDR focuses on specialty contracts and transparency for a consistent and honest cup.

In this interview, we talk to Chava in Seville about his vision of specialty coffee from the roastery. With a philosophy that combines craft, pedagogy and community -and years of open tastings and trips to origin- Chava bets on traceable coffees, well explained and enjoyable without elitism. His defense of the importer, the transparency of processes and conscious prices turn each cup into an honest, educational and close experience.

The Pre Open de Cata - Brasil 2025 marked a milestone by being held for the first time in a Producer country, during the Santos Coffee Festival. Cuppers from all over Brazil gathered to live a unique experience: cupping international micro-lots from six different origins, exploring complex sensory profiles and competing for a place at the 2026 Cupping Open in Barcelona.

In this interview, we talk to the Hidden Coffee Roasters team in Barcelona about their unique approach to specialty coffee. With a philosophy that unites quality, education and urban culture - and a strong link to cycling - Hidden is committed to coffees that are traceable, fresh and full of character. Their commitment to transparency and education makes every cup an accessible, honest and exciting experience.

In this interview, we talk to the Dropshot Coffee team about their innovative approach to specialty coffee in Bucharest. From the selection of nanolots and experimental processes to their commitment to continuous training and traceability, Dropshot has become a benchmark in Eastern Europe. Its vision combines science, taste and sensibility, driving a more conscious and connected coffee community.

In this interview, we talk to the Sloane Coffee team in Bucharest about the growth of specialty coffee in Eastern Europe and how they are leading this transformation from Romania. They tell us how they went from roasting small batches to becoming a benchmark with a proposal based on innovation, traceability and training. Sloane is committed to sensory diversity, teamwork and respect for origin.