{"title":"Coffee","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"bohemian-blend","title":"Bohemian Blend","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur first blend. Founders TJ and Julie Farichild are self-described vagabonds, who spent their 20s traveling in a VW camper van before putting down roots in Indiana, Pennsylvania. Bohemian Blend was an ode to their lifestyle on the road. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor TJ and Julie, it was important that their first blend tasted adventurous. The goal was to serve a rich, heavy-bodied drip coffee that was balanced with some edgy brightness. Bohemian Blend takes you on a journey but keeps you grounded along the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":44446342283511,"sku":null,"price":23.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":44446342316279,"sku":null,"price":55.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":44446342349047,"sku":null,"price":131.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/products\/bohemian-blend-12oz-smaller.png?v=1711806764"},{"product_id":"heartmender-espresso","title":"Heartmender Espresso","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNamed as a response to rapid changes within the coffee industry in the late 2000s, this blend represents Commonplace’s desire to find our place in that scene. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the early days of specialty coffee’s third wave, founders TJ and Julie Fairchild visited New York City. The espresso they tasted there felt like a revelation and a step forward for the industry. TJ and Julie wanted to create something that would be a comfortable middle ground between tradition and modernity, a sweet and chocolaty espresso that would pair seamlessly with milk. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":44446342512887,"sku":null,"price":22.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":44446342545655,"sku":null,"price":54.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":44446342578423,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/products\/heartmender-espresso-12oz-smaller.png?v=1711806702"},{"product_id":"morning-blend","title":"Morning Blend","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated when guests expressed an interest in something that was missing from our lineup at the time. They wanted an everyday drip blend for classic coffee lovers that was smooth, light, and easy to drink with breakfast. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe didn’t want to reinvent the wheel with Morning Blend – we just wanted to refine it. Throughout its evolution, this coffee keeps it simple, with a focus on balance, mouthfeel, and body. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":44446342906103,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":44446342938871,"sku":null,"price":52.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":44446342971639,"sku":null,"price":124.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/products\/morning-blend-12oz-smaller.png?v=1711806754"},{"product_id":"perpetual-espresso","title":"Perpetual Espresso","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur roasting and green buying team wanted to create a blend that had perpetually changing components but a consistent flavor profile. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith this in mind, the team also set out to create an espresso that was easy to dial in – a game changer for our baristas working in a fast-paced environment. That ease of adjustment means this coffee works beautifully for the home barista, creating bright, nuanced shots of espresso every time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":44446343004407,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":44446343037175,"sku":null,"price":52.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":44446343069943,"sku":null,"price":124.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/products\/perpetual-12oz.png?v=1710645716"},{"product_id":"all-day-blend","title":"All Day Blend","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe idea for a dark roast began when a wholesale client reached out with a new perspective. As specialty coffee professionals, we often try to find coffee that stands out from a crowd. But as restaurateurs, our clients dreamed of serving a coffee that didn’t compete with their high-caliber breakfast offerings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey asked us to create something that would work alongside their menu and elevate a classic diner experience. Part of replicating a diner-style coffee meant providing coffee that pairs well with cream but can also stand alone, and most importantly, that tastes great \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eall day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":44446352736503,"sku":null,"price":19.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":44446352703735,"sku":null,"price":46.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":44446352670967,"sku":null,"price":110.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/products\/all-day-blend-12oz-smaller.png?v=1710645864"},{"product_id":"sorens-project","title":"Soren’s Project • Colombia","description":"\u003csection class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2cbe7a78 elementor-hidden-mobile elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2cbe7a78\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings='{\"background_background\":\"classic\"}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-extended\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5853c9d\" data-id=\"5853c9d\" data-element_type=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-90dec27 elementor-widget elementor-widget-woocommerce-product-data-tabs\" data-id=\"90dec27\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"woocommerce-product-data-tabs.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-tabs wc-tabs-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-Tabs-panel woocommerce-Tabs-panel--coffee-information panel entry-content wc-tab\" id=\"tab-coffee-information\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-title-coffee-information\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoren’s Project was our first blend, named after Commonplace Coffee owners TJ and Julie Fairchild’s first-born child. Through the years, Soren’s Project has evolved from a blend to a single origin coffee. Now, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eas we continue to advance and refine our coffee program, we have re-worked this offering back into a blend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e And the redevelopment process involved the very person the blend was originally named for: Soren Fairchild\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the help of Soren and the Commonplace Coffee roasting team, Soren’s Project is comprised of coffee from the Grupo Mártir and Divino Niño cooperatives, located in Huila, Colombia. Their hard work has resulted in a sweet coffee with cherry notes as well as a malic, apple-like acidity. We are excited to share this signature blend that not only highlights these incredible producers but also Soren’s skill set and palate, which contributed to the continued story of this special coffee.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":44446352998647,"sku":null,"price":24.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":44446353031415,"sku":null,"price":58.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":44446353064183,"sku":null,"price":138.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/Sorens_Project_web_12oz.png?v=1762807808"},{"product_id":"yuki-minami-brazil","title":"Yuki Minami • Brazil","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYuki Minami’s coffee has played a vital role in Commonplace Coffee’s lineup since 2021. We purchase this coffee via \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.croptocup.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrop to Cup Importers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaised on a coffee farm in Rio Paranaíba, Minas Gerais in Brazil, Yuki Minami never thought she would work in the coffee industry. After a career in São Paulo working for multinational agribusiness companies, Yuki realized that her hometown coffee industry needed a representative, so she moved back with her father to pursue the opportunity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYuki is a very busy person, overseeing the operations of her two farms (Fazendas Santo Antonio and Olhos D’Água), as well being the CEO of a complex coffee exporting company, Aequitas, that removes intermediaries during the exporting process and, in turn, helps uplift other women farmers in her community. Yuki is building a network for the next generation of farmers Cerrado Mineiro, Brazil, many of which (Yuki included!) are of Japanese-Brazilian descent. This patriotic group is proud of their state and wants nothing more than to see their coffee on menus worldwide. They challenge the regional status quo of selling lower-grade commodity coffee by growing and promoting specialty coffee. Yuki is one of many young farmers that are trying to bring a new perspective to the specialty coffee industry in Brazil and discover what is possible for their families' farms. Her efforts and successes are helping to push the needle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYuki’s coffee is very important to us here at Commonplace Coffee. Not only because her coffee is great, her beliefs and actions in the industry also align with our mission near-perfectly. We selected this coffee to highlight Yuki’s community-building work in the coffee industry. This coffee is perfect for everyday drinking: it’s sweet, balanced, and chocolate forward, with a kiss of acidity. We love this coffee and are sure you will too!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":44827265695991,"sku":"","price":23.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":44827272446199,"sku":"","price":55.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":44827272642807,"sku":"","price":131.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/12oz_Yuki_2025_bag_front.png?v=1743522193"},{"product_id":"decaf-mina-rica-colombia","title":"Decaf Mina Rica • Colombia","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocated just outside Medellín, Colombia is a coffee farm called Mina Rica. It is owned and operated by Carolina Posada, a young, third generation coffee farmer. The Commonplace Coffee team first met Carolina in 2023, when she wandered into our Headquarters \u0026amp; Roastery with green coffee samples. We immediately felt a connection to Carolina’s mission, and tasting her incredible coffee sealed the deal! This coffee is decaffeinated using an organic compound known as ethyl acetate (EA), which is a natural byproduct of sugarcane refinery. EA preserves the inherent flavor of green coffee, while functioning as a solvent. We have a unique buying relationship with Carolina and her team, who deliver their coffee to our warehouse. There is no importer or exporter, and money changes hands directly between Commonplace Coffee and Mina Rica. This form of “direct trade” is very uncommon in the coffee industry, and it is special that we’re able to spend time in person with one of the people who produces the coffee we roast. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe selected this coffee to deepen our relationship with Carolina Posada. This coffee has a very classic flavor profile for a decaf from Colombia. It is soft and subtly acidic, with rich chocolate notes and a slight fruitiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":49170811584759,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":49170811617527,"sku":null,"price":55.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":49170811650295,"sku":null,"price":130.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/decaf_mina_rica_12oz_product_photo_2024.png?v=1729625654"},{"product_id":"teojomulco-mexico","title":"Teojomulco • Mexico","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have been purchasing coffee from Santo Domingo Teojomulco via \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ositocoffee.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOsito Coffee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, one of our importing partners, since 2021. Teojomulco is led by Señor Hildilberto Roman, and the group is comprised of 30 coffee producing families. Sierra Sur, Oaxaca is one of Mexico’s most remote coffee-growing regions; most residents work on small farms and speak indigenous Mesoamerican languages, namely Zapoteco and Mixteco. Given their remoteness and the language barrier, coffee exported from Sierra Sur is quite uncommon. The high quality of their coffee, however, has incentivized Osito, UNTAO and the producers of Santo Domingo Teojomulco alike to develop creative solutions to bring this coffee to specialty markets around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTeojomulco initially caught the attention of exporter and dry mill, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.untaostrderl.com.mx\/inicio\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUNTAO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, in 2020. UNTAO works with and processes some of the best coffees in Oaxaca, including coffee from the well known cooperative ‘Union San Pedro’. Shortly after beginning their relationship together, UNTAO introduced the producers of Teojomulco to Osito; Commonplace has been purchasing from Teojomulco ever since.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany of the producers from Teojomulco have received technical training and assistance from Enrique López Aguilar of the world famous Finca Chelín farm, renowned for being one of the most innovative coffee farms in all of Mexico. The pay off for these trainings and the hard work of these producers has been clear; consistent, high quality community lots over multiple years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe continue to purchase this coffee for its warm, clean and incredibly sweet profile. Simply put, this is a phenomenal representation of Oaxacan washed coffee. We’re excited to continue highlighting this uncommon growing region and this unique group of farmers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":50158893236471,"sku":null,"price":23.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":50158893269239,"sku":null,"price":56.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":50158893302007,"sku":null,"price":133.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/TeoMockup12oz.png?v=1791480538"},{"product_id":"ratnagiri-estate-india","title":"Ratnagiri Estate • India","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is our fourth year offering coffee from producers Ashok and Divya Patre of Ratnagiri Estate in India via \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ositocoffee.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOsito Coffee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Patre family has stewarded their land for nearly a century and have become widely known in the coffee industry for their precise attention to detail and a very strong focus on coffee innovation. Over the course of the last half-decade, Indian specialty coffee has become exponentially more popular for roasters in the western hemisphere. This is in a large part due to a greater focus from coffee importers and exporters on bringing India’s coffees to US and European markets, as well as farms like Ratnagiri growing and processing exceptional coffees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis offering is an anaerobic washed Catuaí. The coffee was initially fermented (in cherry) for 46 hours, after which it was depulped and fermented again with a microbe-enriched mosto (a naturally occurring byproduct of fermenting coffee cherries) for 32 hours. The coffee is then rinsed and slowly dried in mechanical dryers for 37 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoffee Leaf Rust (CLR) is a disease that affects coffee production worldwide, leading to large portions of farms’ yields being wiped out. Luckily for coffee producers (and for you, reader!), there are a myriad of efforts that can decrease the likelihood of CLR interfering with production: these include varietal resistances and farmers’ varietal selections based on region, shade cover, tree pruning, and fungicides. Currently, there are over 50 known races of coffee leaf rust - India is affected by the majority of these races (which is not the case for most producing countries). Thankfully, there are companies\/organizations that work to create new varietals; many with the goal of finding more resilient, higher yielding, and higher quality varieties. One such company is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aicccriced.in\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentral Coffee Research Institute (CCRI)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, who is responsible for making a series of coffee varieties (called ‘Selections’) that are incredibly common throughout India for their incredibly high resistance to CLR and good cup quality. Selection 9, in particular, is considered the “prized jewel of Karnataka”, and is a variety that Commonplace routinely looks for when purchasing Indian coffees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThough we’ve just shared a lot of information about India’s borderline necessity for special varieties that combat the country’s oftentimes challenging growing environment, this coffee is a unique exception. Like we previously mentioned, this offering is a Catuaí, and this variety is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewildly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e susceptible to CLR, Coffee Berry Disease, and nematodes (a microscopic roundworm that can lead to plant death). With all of this in mind, why would Ratnagiri Estate choose to grow such a risky varietal in India? Put simply, this coffee is a clear and impressive demonstration or their immense expertise in coffee cultivation, production and farm management! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe selected this coffee to continue highlighting Ashok and Divya Patre’s outstanding work at Ratnagiri Estate. This coffee has a rich, earthy sweetness akin to browned butter and miso paste, a mellow acidity similar to that of a pear, a silky and full mouthfeel, and notes of black tea, sugar cane, and candied nuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"10oz","offer_id":50180915724535,"sku":null,"price":23.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":50180915757303,"sku":null,"price":67.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":50180915790071,"sku":null,"price":158.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/Ratnagiri_Estate_S.O._web_10oz.png?v=1790196653"},{"product_id":"decaf-abdo-aba-mecha-ethiopia","title":"Decaf Abdo Aba Mecha • Ethiopia","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is our second time purchasing coffee from Abdo Aba Mecha in Ethiopia, via \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ositocoffee.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOsito Coffee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/addisexporter.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAddis Exporter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbdo Aba Mecha entered the coffee export scene five years ago, after inheriting a 30-hectare estate in Illbu Kebele, within the scenic Gomma Woreda district. Abdo met and began working with Osito in late 2023 after hearing glowing reviews from some of his friends and neighbors. (Abdo is actually neighbors of Nesru Aba Nura and Mensur Abahika, whom we also purchase coffee from!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbdo is committed to excellence, and it shows in his meticulous processing approach, capitalizing on his farm’s elevation and the JARC 74110 variety for its’ remarkable quality. In processing, Abdo’s precision stands out: only the ripest cherries undergo a careful examination before being placed on raised beds, where they dry for about 14 days until reaching the optimal moisture content (in this case, 10.5%). Beyond coffee, Abdo is a devoted father of four who cherishes time with his children. He is also a very passionate soccer fan, especially of the Premier League and his beloved Arsenal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis coffee was selected for decaffeination by Osito, not Abdo. This offering is actually two different lots of coffee: one is a washed lot of the JARC 74110, and the other is a natural lot of the same variety! This coffee was blended after processing and shipped to the Coffein Compagnie decaf processing facility in Bremen, Germany via ethyl acetate. Once it arrived, the green coffee is treated with steam to remove the outermost layer of the coffee, the silverskin. The water content of the coffee is increased to open up the cell structure. Then, a water-ethyl acetate-solution is used to extract the caffeine from the coffee in several steps, where the caffeine diffuses from the coffee and into the solvent-water-solution around it. After this, steam is used to “flush” the remaining ethyl acetate from the coffee, which is finally dried to their initial moisture content before decaffeination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoving forward, we are planning to carry two decaf offerings at any given time: a staple decaf offering from Colombia, and a rotating decaf offering. We love decaf here at Commonplace, and we thought it was time to expand on our offerings and shine more light on delicious decaf coffees from all over the coffee producing world! This coffee has a very interesting flavor profile and, we think, is a real treat for any coffee lover. We get velvety chocolate notes and feel, fruitiness that reminds us of persimmon and citrus zest, and a vivid cola finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":50501733548279,"sku":null,"price":23.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":50501733581047,"sku":null,"price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":50501733613815,"sku":null,"price":134.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/Decaf_Abdo_Aba_Mecha_web_12oz.png?v=1771537096"},{"product_id":"aak-cooperative-papua-new-guinea","title":"AAK Cooperative • Papua New Guinea","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is our first year purchasing coffee from the AAK Cooperative (AAK), via \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.croptocup.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrop to Cup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This coffee is replacing Kunjin as our ‘staple’ offering from Papua New Guinea! We were introduced to the AAK by one of our importing partners, Crop to Cup, in 2023, and they have been working with AAK since 2011. We believe their relationship has been built to last, and we want to support both of their goals and vision for the future by being a consistent partner who purchases from them annually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis coffee comes from 64 different “house-lines”, or single-family villages, each with languages and traditions uniquely their own. What binds them is a creole language called Tok Pisin (despite the over 850 languages spoken throughout the country!) and their membership in AAK. The name itself stands for Apo, Angra, and Kange; all words for “Unity” in three major local languages. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAAK has historically been led by Brian Kuglame, who tragically passed away in 2022. Following his passing, the central leadership structure of the cooperative weakened, devolving to the “cluster” level, (these clusters are a way to denote different village groupings operating within the coop) with much of the day-to-day organizing carried forward by Crop to Cup’s exporting partner, PNGCE, and their lead coordinator, Regina Lusaro. Cooperative export structures have always been challenged by PNG’s linguistic and cultural diversity, however AAK has stood apart as an exception: uniting farmers across the Western, Central, and Eastern Highlands into cohesive clusters committed to quality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach harvest in PNG is shaped by whether groups maintain cohesion, whether washing stations stay active, and whether coffee makes it past intermediaries without being sold elsewhere. More than 80% of PNG’s coffee comes from smallholders with tiny plots of land, very low yields, and little to no infrastructure connecting them. Additionally, middlemen play an outsized role in moving cherries down from remote highland villages; while these middlemen extend access, they also complicate the link between producer and buyer, making promotion of quality coffee more difficult. The country offers extraordinary coffees, but we are told turning that potential into reliable, traceable supplies remains as challenging as it is rewarding. Few organizations in PNG have so successfully brought so many disparate groups together, and AAK continues to hold coffee at the center of that effort. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAAK is the embodiment of what we think coffee is all about. We chose to work with this coffee because we feel that the story and message of the AAK Cooperative is beautifully in line with our philosophy and theory behind green buying. We are honored to be a part of the work that these farmers do, to highlight their coffee to the best of our abilities, and to share and enjoy it with the communities we serve. This coffee is clean, sweet like brown sugar and has notes of chocolate, walnuts, cranberries and raisins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":50513905811703,"sku":null,"price":21.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":50513905844471,"sku":null,"price":52.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":50513905877239,"sku":null,"price":123.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/AAK_Cooperative_web_12oz.png?v=1771881983"},{"product_id":"tanger-blend","title":"Tanger Blend","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’re incredibly excited to introduce this offering as our 2026-2027 year-long donation blend! This coffee is presented in collaboration with Pittsburgh hockey icon Kris Letang, with proceeds benefiting a nonprofit close to our hearts, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/beneficio.inc\/\"\u003eBeneficio\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe connected with Kris many months ago through our friend and wholesale partner Derek Davies of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cafeconmigo.com\/\"\u003eCafe Conmigo\u003c\/a\u003e. At the time, it was simply an opportunity to engage with someone passionate about coffee, who wanted to learn more about sourcing, roasting, and tasting. As conversation continued, it was clear that Kris puts the same level of passion he has on ice into other parts of his life, including coffee. We were honored to work with him to create this blend that gives back to the coffee community and our partners at origin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProceeds from Tanger Blend benefit Beneficio, a nonprofit founded by members of importer\/exporter \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ositocoffee.com\/\"\u003eOsito Coffee\u003c\/a\u003e. Beneficio was founded on Osito’s desire to make a bigger and longer lasting impact on the lives of people in the communities in which they work. Their primary goal is to address environmental, social, and emergency issues in coffee and cacao producing communities that go above and beyond paying more for their raw material. Beneficio hopes to listen intently to the needs of the communities and address some of these issues head on in collaborative ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKris is big fan of espresso and his ideal cup of coffee is nutty, chocolatey, and smooth. These descriptors often apply to coffees from across Central America. As such, that is where our initial search for blend components started. When we held a tasting with Kris to learn more about his coffee preferences, we found that he was very fond of Mexican coffees we had to sample from Chiapas and Oaxaca. We toyed around with combinations of blends and he loved the synergy between the soft, silky and chocolatey Mexican profiles and the clean, bright and fruity profiles of East African coffees. Together we found a blend profile that was sweet, nutty and had deep, rich flavors of dates and other dried fruits, sweet baking spices and chocolate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this blend changes and evolves over the next year, expect elite play from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Big 3: Mexico, Burundi and Ethiopia. Together they will create a sweet and comfortable coffee that will be sure to make it a hockey morning in Pittsburgh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":50823112458487,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":50823112491255,"sku":null,"price":58.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":50823112524023,"sku":null,"price":137.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/Tanger_Blend_web_12oz.png?v=1783025414"},{"product_id":"nesru-aba-nura-ethiopia","title":"Nesru Aba Nura • Ethiopia","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is our fifth year purchasing coffee from Nesru Aba Nura via our dear friends at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ositocoffee.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOsito Coffee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Nesru’s coffee is one of our favorite offerings yearly and a phenomenal representation of the beautiful natural processed coffees from Ethiopia that we all know and love.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNesru is a member of a group called Tokuma Coffee Farmers, a collective of single producers in the Agaro area of the Jimma zone. Tokuma Coffee Farmers works together on marketing, exporting, and sharing coffee knowledge, which allows them to improve their overall cup quality and more effectively market their coffee to prospective buyers. These factors, coupled with the help of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/addisexporter.com\/empowering-farmers-through-direct-trade-the-story-of-tokuma-coffee-farmers\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAddis Exporter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and Osito Coffee, have helped producers like Nesru achieve market access to specialty coffee roasters all over the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGroups like Tokuma Coffee Farmers provide a unique opportunity for all parties in the specialty supply chain: highly traceable, single producer lots from Ethiopia where the producers have full control over their coffee. Given Ethiopian coffee production is largely dominated by cooperatives and processing stations, we are grateful for the opportunity to purchase and share with you these distinctive coffees from individual members of the Tokuma Coffee Farmers.  (For what it is worth, many of these larger bodies provide an invaluable service to the farmers they work with by giving producers very consistent avenues to sell their coffee.) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNesru, and other members of Tokuma Coffee Farmers, feel a deep sense of pride in maintaining control over their operations and receiving the recognition and rewards they deserve for their hard work. Over years of Osito Coffee and Addis Exporters working directly with these farmers, they have seen dramatic improvements in their lives with the profits from their labor. Many have been able to expand their farms, plant more trees, and improve agricultural practices through techniques like pruning and stumping. Beyond coffee, they’ve diversified their businesses, offered employment to local community members and improved the livelihoods of their families.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs always, we have selected Nesru’s coffee for our lineup to continue our purchasing relationship with her. She is a fabulous and consistent coffee producer who impresses us year after year with stunningly clean and expressive natural processed coffees; this year is no exception.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":51071242600695,"sku":null,"price":23.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":51071242633463,"sku":null,"price":55.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":51071242666231,"sku":null,"price":131.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/Nesru12ozbagfront.png?v=1787775421"},{"product_id":"cooperativa-el-porvenir","title":"Cooperativa El Porvenir • Guatemala","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is our first year purchasing coffee from Cooperativa El Porvenir via \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onyxcoffee.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnyx Coffee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCooperativa El Porvenir represents the hard work of 9 coffee producing families (the Lorenzos, Zapatas, Aguirres, Nájeras, Méndezez, Sandovals, Ortegas, Martínezez, and Barreras) across 28 farms surrounding Lake Ayarza in southeastern Guatemala. The microclimate of this region is largely shaped by the lake, and these farms are well shaded by conifer and broadleaf trees - both of which contribute to ideal growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEl Porvenir is widely known for slightly fermented, winey profiles that are very sweet with excellent mouthfeel - this is largely attributed to their extensive quality control. To ensure that only the best coffees make it to the final blends - each lot from every member of the co-op is carefully evaluated, with those that do not pass their quality requirements being rejected. What comes from this is the Ayarza Wine Series: deeply fruited profiles, reminiscent of wine, that come processed as washed, honey, or natural (the lot we purchased being a natural). Natural lots from the Ayarza Wine Series are picked, sorted, and quality checked, followed by 5-11 days of drying on patios. Afterward, they are transferred to Guardiolas (drum dryers that use warm air to evenly dry coffee) for 3-6 days to consistently reach the target moisture content. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe selected this coffee for its distinctive profile and to, hopefully, begin a year over year purchasing relationship with this amazing cooperative. This coffee has a full and silky mouthfeel, sweetness reminiscent of caramel, and notes of red berries and assorted citrus and stone fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"12oz","offer_id":51112177598711,"sku":null,"price":24.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":51112177631479,"sku":null,"price":58.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":51112177664247,"sku":null,"price":138.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/Cooperativa_El_Porvenir_web_12oz.png?v=1788446613"},{"product_id":"full-potential-blend","title":"Full Potential Blend","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe creation of Full Potential Blend, was spearheaded by a Commonplace staff member outside of our roasting team. This year’s staff-developed blend is brought to you by Erin Bertuzzi, Commonplace Shadyside Kitchen Manager. Erin contributed her culinary expertise, curiosity around blend creation, and passion for community into building to this blend. Proceeds from this blend benefit Café Momentum, a nonprofit organization transforming the lives of young people by equipping our communities’ justice-involved youth with life skills, education, and employment opportunities to help them achieve their full potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eErin is a skilled baker who loves creating delicious and diverse treats in the Commonplace Kitchen and working diligently with her team to ensure every bite tastes amazing. She also deeply values community and creating opportunities for people to access the knowledge and experiences they are passionate about. These two themes come together in Full Potential Blend, meticulously crafted around Erin’s vision for an approachable blend that pairs perfectly with one of her favorite items from the Commonplace Kitchen – sticky buns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Erin’s words,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I am so excited to launch a coffee that I think is really approachable, unique, and meant to pair with a morning pastry. As the kitchen manager, it was important for me to bring in the flavors of one of my favorite items we make, our sticky buns. Cari, the special lady who started the food program at Commonplace, created this recipe, and it is just perfect. I was lucky to learn from her for a few months before she retired, and I want to ensure her flavors live on here. I can't wait for people to experience that love and warmth in this cup of coffee.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Potential Blend is the fourth iteration of our annual staff-developed blend. Blends like this are only possible because of our incredibly talented team, and the unique ideas and care, staff like Erin, bring to this project. This blend features a combination of two delicious coffees from our lineup – Yuki Minami, a natural processed coffee Brazil and Bukeye, a washed process coffee from Burundi. It also features a very special cinnamon co-ferment coffee from Sebastian Ramirez at Finca El Placer in Colombia. The result is truly special: a sweet and warm profile that pairs perfectly with a sticky bun from the Commonplace Kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"10oz","offer_id":51116212551927,"sku":null,"price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":51116212584695,"sku":null,"price":64.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":51116212617463,"sku":null,"price":153.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/Full_Potential_Blend_web_10oz.png?v=1788983094"},{"product_id":"ratnagiri-estate-roasters-choice-india","title":"Ratnagiri Estate (Roaster's Choice) • India","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is our fourth year offering coffee from producers Ashok and Divya Patre of Ratnagiri Estate in India via \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ositocoffee.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOsito Coffee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Patre family has stewarded their land for nearly a century and have become widely known in the coffee industry for their precise attention to detail and a very strong focus on coffee innovation. Over the course of the last half-decade, Indian specialty coffee has become exponentially more popular for roasters in the western hemisphere. This is in a large part due to a greater focus from coffee importers and exporters on bringing India’s coffees to US and European markets, as well as farms like Ratnagiri growing and processing exceptional coffees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this lot, coffee cherries were fermented with Ratnagiri’s lab isolated microbes in sealed, stainless steel, oxygen free tanks (called bio-fermenters) for 36 hours. The coffee was then pulped and subsequently went through a thermal shock process. This process involves heating the coffee to a high temperature (in this case 100-113 degrees Fahrenheit) for 20 minutes, and then being rapidly cooled (to near zero degrees Fahrenheit!) in the bio-fermenters glycol cooling system for 20-25 minutes. Immediately after, the coffee is placed on raised beds and dried for 25 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis coffee was selected by Commonplace Coffee’s Head of Coffee, Vikki Harris, to continue highlighting the exceptional experimentation being conducted at Ratnagiri Estate. This coffee is vibrant, plush, and balanced; with notes of assorted fruits like cherry, berries, lime, grapes, and cantaloupe; as well as the sweet earthiness that specialty Indian coffees are so well known for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Commonplace Coffee","offers":[{"title":"10oz","offer_id":51207446692087,"sku":null,"price":23.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":51207446724855,"sku":null,"price":68.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":51207446757623,"sku":null,"price":161.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4731\/3911\/files\/Ratnagiri_Estate_R.C._web_10oz.png?v=1790197503"}],"url":"https:\/\/commonplacecoffee.com\/collections\/coffee.oembed?page=2","provider":"Commonplace Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}