We need to talk about The Docks
No need to fear though, I have nothing but exciting things to say about said blend… I promise! As a coffee business with impact at the heart of what we...
The Stumping Project
Ethiopia In recent years, certain coffee producing regions have seen their yield (and therefore income from coffee) severely impacted. In some cases, this can be directly attributed to the impacts...
James' visit to El Zapoteco
Mexico is like no origin I have visited before. Forget picture perfect, fields and fields of well kept, young and highly productive coffee trees. Instead smaller parcels of land dot...
Four Years of Finca Margarita - Thoughts from Maria
With this year’s stunners from Finca Margarita having hit our hoppers, we wanted to check back in with Maria Zoila Piñeda and see how she is feeling as she enters...
Be Delighted by Decaf
I have been working in coffee for nearly 13 years now and one of the first things people say to me upon learning of my job role is ‘Oh I...
Our Impact Report
Our impact has always mattered to us here at North Star. This report is the first in what will be an annual publication moving forwards in which we will critically and...
Why We Created the NS* Impact Fund
Why Impact Matters At NS*, impact has always been at the heart of everything we do. We believe an impact-led approach to business is essential, giving us the opportunity to...
Meet the cheerful new face of The Docks
This September, one of our best-loved coffees is getting a temporary new look. For one month only, The Docks will be wrapped in an exclusive label created by North Star...
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...