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Explore Royal Coffee’s state-of-the-art QC lab in Addis Ababa—with an efficient and experienced team discovering Ethiopia’s best specialty coffee.

By Tim Tran “Assume Nothing!” A mantra for The Crown as we worked towards opening our doors in March of 2019, the phrase became a Menu section, encouraging our visitors to drop their preconceptions and be open to new and delicious experiences. And now it’s the title of a drink recipe series, for you to […]

Crown Jewel Spring & Summer Lineup 2025 “Never a dull moment” feels like this year’s motto. If the first quarter of the calendar has felt unprecedented, I can only hope we’ve sourced enough coffee to stay energized for whatever comes next! Fortunately, I think the answer is a resounding yes.  Here’s a look at the […]

Editor’s Note: The White House is clarifying that Trump’s announcement of a 90-day tariff “pause” means that the “tariff level will be brought down to a universal 10% tariff” during that time, while “negotiations are ongoing.” Article Summary: Max Nicholas-Fulmer breaks down the new U.S. import tariffs announced by the Trump Administration, effective April 5. […]

Article Summary: Royal Coffee celebrates 30 years importing from Finca La Amistad, Costa Rica’s pioneering organic, shade-grown farm run by Roberto Montero near the Panama border. Fully powered by hydroelectric energy and built on closed-loop composting, the 250-hectare farm is the only Bird Friendly certified estate in Costa Rica. Despite lower yields, it remains a […]

Celebrating International Women’s Day #shesthebuyer This International Women’s Day, we’re shining a light on the incredible women who help connect exceptional coffees with roasters around the world. From navigating wild harvest seasons to forming deep connections with producers, each of these […]

Article Summary: Effective coffee packaging balances freshness, durability, sustainability, and presentation. By tailoring your packaging design and materials to your product type and distribution needs, you can protect quality, appeal to your target audience, and strengthen your brand’s reputation. The Importance of Coffee Packaging  Creating the best packaging for your product and consumer needs can […]

Crown Jewel buyers! What a thrilling time to be paying above-market prices for coffee! In all seriousness, the longevity of relationships and extraordinary quality of our Crown Jewel offerings have long been a point of pride which we have no plans to abandon, regardless of what futures traders say. Offered as proof, let’s look at what the […]

The coffee market has reached historic highs, leaving roasters and buyers facing difficult pricing decisions. Between rising shipping costs, unpredictable weather conditions, potential tariffs, and shifting global demand, many are wondering: How did we get here, and where do we go next?  We sat down with Royal Coffee’s cofounder, Bob Fulmer, to discuss the factors […]