The Coffee Supply Chain: An Infographic

Curious about how coffee gets from origin to you? Our Creative Director, Evan Gilman & Lab and Education Manager, Chris Kornman put together this infographic to help you navigate the waters from seed to cup. Looking for more? Check out Chris’ article Directing Trade Through the Supply Chain…or The (Supply) Chain Will Keep Us Together for a deeper look into the world of coffee importing and green coffee buying.

Download the Infographic here

Written by The Crown

The Crown: Royal Coffee Lab & Tasting Room is Royal Coffee’s specialty coffee hub in uptown Oakland. Since opening in 2019, The Crown has offered hands-on classes, workshops, and expert consulting for coffee enthusiasts and professionals—from green-bean sourcing to roasting. Whether you’re refining your cupping technique or honing your buying strategy, The Crown is where the craft of specialty coffee comes to life.

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