Our Coffees

Sourcing

Coffee sourcing is an essential aspect of the coffee industry, as it determines the quality, flavor, and sustainability of coffee beans. The sourcing process involves building relationships with coffee farmers, visiting coffee farms, and understanding the production process to ensure that the coffee beans meet the required standards. At Riccoffee, we take pride in sourcing high-quality coffee beans from reputable coffee farmers across the globe to provide our customers with the best coffee experience.

Our coffee sourcing process starts by identifying regions known for producing exceptional coffee beans. We prioritise working with smallholder farmers who grow coffee in sustainable ways that support local communities and protect the environment. We then engage with the farmers, build relationships, and learn about their coffee-growing methods to ensure that the beans are of high quality. We also work with third-party certification organizations to ensure that the coffee is grown in compliance with Rain Forest Alliance and Organic farming standards.

At Riccoffee, we believe that coffee sourcing is not just about finding the best beans but also about ensuring that the farmers who grow them are treated fairly. We pay fair prices for our coffee beans, which enables farmers to reinvest in their farms, improve their livelihoods, and produce better coffee beans. By sourcing coffee responsibly, we help support local communities, protect the environment, and create a sustainable future for the coffee industry.

Our Qualities

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Coffee Types
  • Arabicas: around 67% (natural and semi-washed)
  • Robustas: around 33% (mostly natural)
Main producing regions
  • Arabicas: Sul de Minas, Cerrado Mineiro, Mogiana, Zona da Mata, Parana, Cerrado Baiano
  • Robustas: Espirito Santos, Bahia and Rondônia
Typical cupping profile
  • Arabicas: Nutty, Sweet, Chocolate, Slightly Fruity, Medium Body and Low Acidity
  • Robustas: Bitter Sweet, Full Body and Low Acidity
Main traded qualities
  • NY 3/4 MTGB SS GC
  • NY 2/3 MTGB SS FC
  • NY 2/3 SW MTGB FC
  • NY 2/3 17/18 SS GC
  • NY 2 17/18 SS FC
  • Rio Minas 15/16
  • Conilons 13up
  • Conilons 14up
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Coffee Types
  • Arabica: 100% (natural and washed)
Main producing regions
  • Sidama, Yirgacheffe, Limu, Djimmah, Lekempti, Harrar
Typical cupping profile
  • Citrus, Floral, Light Body, Tea-Like, Wild
Main traded qualities
  • Washed Yirgacheffe Gr.2
  • Washed Sidamo Gr.2
  • Washed Limu Gr.2
  • Natual Sidamo Gr.4
  • Natural Djimmah Gr.4
  • Natural Djimmah Gr.5
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Coffee Types
  • Arabica: 100% (mostly mild washed)
Main producing regions
  • Huila, Cauca, Valle de Cauca, Nort de Santander, Tolima, Antiqouia, Risaralda
Typical cupping profile
  • Mild Washed: Chocolate, Nutty, Medium Body and Acidity
  • Naturals: Fruity, Acidic, Winey
Main traded qualities
  • Excelso UGQ
  • Excelso EP 10
  • Supremo 17/18
  • Supremo 18
  • Supremo 19
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Coffee Types
  • Arabica: around 3.5% (mostly natural)
  • Robusta: around 96.5% (mostly natural and wetpolished)
Main producing regions
  • North Vietnam, South Vietnam, Central Highlands
Typical cupping profile
  • Arabica: Hazelnuts, Caramelised, Sharp
  • Robusta: Rich Bold, Chocolate Nuts, Low Acidity
Main traded qualities
  • Robusta Gr.2 5% BB
  • Robusta Gr.1 2% BB
  • Robusta Gr.1 Wet Polished
  • Robusta Gr.1 Scr 18
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Coffee Types
  • Arabica: around 21% (natural and washed)
  • Robusta: around 79% (natural and washed)
Main producing regions
  • Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Pulney, Nilgiri
Typical cupping profile
  • Spices, Fruit, Earthy
Main traded qualities
  • Robusta Parchment AA
  • Robusta Parchment A
  • Robusta Parchment AB
  • Robusta Cherry AA
  • Robusta Cherry A
  • Robusta Cherry AB
  • Arabica Plantation A
  • Arabica Plantation AB
  • Arabica Cherry AB
  • Monsoon Malabar
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Coffee Types
  • Arabica: around 13% (mostly washed)
  • Robusta: around 87% (mostly natural)
Main producing regions
  • Sumatra, Java, Sulawesi, Flores
Typical cupping profile
  • Earthy, Smoky, Spices, Rich Full Body
Main traded qualities
  • Sumatra Mandheling Grade 1
  • Robusta EK1 Grade 4 80df
  • Robusta EK1 Grade 4 60df
  • Robusta AP1 Grade 3
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Coffee Types
  • Arabica: around 15% (natural and washed)
  • Robusta: around 85% (mostly natural)
Main producing regions
  • Bugisu, Western Uganda, West Nile, Central Lowlands
Typical cupping profile
  • Tropical Fruit, Floral, Chocolate
Main traded qualities
  • Robusta Scr.15
  • Robusta Scr.18
  • Arabica Bugisu AB
  • Arabica Bugisu A
  • Arabica Bugisu AA
  • Arabica Wugar
  • Arabica Drugar
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Coffee Types
  • Arabica: 100% (natural and washed)
Main producing regions
  • Cajamarca, Junin, San Martin
Typical cupping profile
  • Sweet Fruits, Citrus, Herbal, Chocolate
Main traded qualities
  • Grade 1 MCM
  • Grade 2 MCM
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Coffee Types
  • Arabica: around 55% (semi-washed and washed)
  • Robusta: around 45% (natural)
Main producing regions
  • Kilimanjaro, Arusha, Mbeya, Ruvuma, Kigoma
Typical cupping profile
  • Fruit, Winey, Woody, Medium Body
Main traded qualities
  • Arabica South AB
  • Arabica South AA
  • Arabica North AB
  • Arabica North AA
  • Robusta Scr.14
  • Robusta Scr.16
  • Robusta Scr.18
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Coffee Types
  • Arabica: 100% (washed)
Main producing regions
  • Copan, Montecillos, Agalta, Opalaca, Comayagua, El Paraiso
Typical cupping profile
  • Caramelised, Chocolate, Nutty, Well Balanced
Main traded qualities
  • Arabica Washed HG
  • Arabica Washed SHG
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Coffee Types
  • Arabica: 100% (mostly washed)
Main producing regions
  • Eastern Highlands, Western Highlands, Simbu
Typical cupping profile
  • Complex, Molasses, Tropical Fruit
Main traded qualities
  • Arabica Washed Gr.X
  • Arabica Washed Gr.Y
  • Arabica Washed Gr.A
  • Arabica Washed Gr.AA
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Coffee Types
  • Arabica: 100% (mostly washed)
Main producing regions
  • Yunnan, Fujian, Hainan
Typical cupping profile
  • Black Tea, Sweet Fruit, Dark Chocolate
Main traded qualities
  • Simao Grade 1
  • Simao Grade 2
  • Bao Shan

Quality Controls

Establish quality standards

The first step in quality control is to establish clear and specific quality standards for the product or service being offered. This includes defining the product or service specifications, the desired level of quality, and any regulatory or industry standards that must be met.

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Monitor quality

The next step is to monitor the quality of the product or service throughout the production or delivery process. This can involve regular inspections, testing, and data analysis to identify any defects or quality issues. It is important to establish a system for recording and tracking any quality issues and to have procedures in place for addressing them.

Continuous improvement

Quality control is an ongoing process, and companies should continually seek to improve their products or services by analyzing customer feedback, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing changes to the production or delivery process. This can involve implementing new technologies, training employees, and regularly reviewing and updating quality standards and procedures.