5 Quick, Easy and Useful ideas to Minimise Coffee Waste
Here at North Star, we aim to have a positive impact both socially and environmentally, wherever we trade. As part of this commitment, we are constantly trying to develop...
Coffee Processing Explained Part IV – The Washed Process
So, after a lengthy break due to a disastrous ski holiday (resulting in a broken leg!), it is finally time for the last instalment of ‘Coffee Processing Explained’! This concluding...
What the devil is a Q Grader?!
Q grader’ is a term that is heard of more and more in the speciality coffee industry…but what does it mean?! The Q grader program was established in 2004...
Coffee Processing Explained Part III – The Honey Process (aka semi-washed/pulped natural)
This process goes by several names dependent on origin including ‘pulped natural’, ‘semi-washed’ and ‘semi-lavado’. It sits almost directly in between the washed and natural process and can result in...
Guide to Coffee Processing
We are often asked about the different processes used at origin as part of coffees journey from seed to cup, so we have decided to produce a short series of...
The Best Cycle Routes in Yorkshire with Coffee Stops You'll Actually Want to Ride For
Yorkshire is one of the UK's best cycling destinations. From quiet country lanes and picturesque valleys to challenging climbs through the Yorkshire Dales, there's a route for every rider. But...
Why We Choose notNeutral Mugs for Every Cup We Serve
When it comes to specialty coffee, every detail matters. From sourcing exceptional green coffee and roasting with care to dialling in espresso and steaming milk to perfection, creating a memorable...
The El Salvador Project: Nine Years of Impact with Los Chelazos
As we enter 2026, we begin our 9th year working alongside the incredible Los Chelazos coffee growing community in La Palma, Chalatenango. A partnership born out of wanting to forge...