Doi Chaang Coffee is a Thai specialty coffee producer headquartered in Chiang Rai Province, best known for producing single-origin 100% Arabica coffee grown in the mountainous village of Doi Chaang at elevations ranging from approximately 1,000 to 1,700 meters above sea level. The company was established in 1990 as a cooperative of the local Akha community with the goal of improving coffee quality and creating a sustainable source of income for local farmers. Coffee cultivation was introduced as part of a crop substitution program that replaced opium poppy farming, and today production is based on sustainable agricultural practices in cooperation with hundreds of local growers. Only Arabica coffee varieties are cultivated, with the cherries being hand-picked, carefully sorted, and processed to preserve their distinctive origin characteristics. The company oversees the entire production process, from cultivation and processing to roasting and packaging, ensuring consistent quality. Doi Chaang Coffee holds a Geographical Indication (GI) designation for coffee produced in the Doi Chaang region, and its products are exported to numerous international markets. In addition to roasted whole bean and ground coffee, the company operates coffee shops and actively promotes Thai specialty coffee worldwide.
Sinouk Coffee is one of the most influential and established coffee producers in Laos, deeply rooted in the Bolaven Plateau - a region known for its volcanic soil and cool, high-altitude climate ideal for cultivating high-quality Arabica. Founded in 1994, the company is considered a pioneer of modern Lao coffee, developing its own plantations, controlling every stage of processing, and promoting awareness of local origin and quality.
The beans are hand-picked, processed using both washed and natural methods, and roasted in small batches to achieve a consistent and expressive flavor profile. Their range includes single-origin Arabica, Arabica-Robusta blends, capsules, and drip bags, while the Café Sinouk network and the Sinouk Coffee Pavilion serve as key hubs for coffee culture, education, and tasting experiences.
Sinouk Coffee also plays a significant role in the Lao Coffee Association, making it a central force in the country’s coffee sector and a prominent representative of Lao coffee internationally.
Cohoma Coffee Company is an Indian coffee roastery that specializes in producing high-quality coffees, focusing on easily accessible products that allow for simple preparation without the need for specialized equipment. The company is dedicated to delivering exceptional taste and freshness by using carefully selected raw beans that are roasted in small batches to preserve their rich flavor profiles.
Their product range includes various offerings, from freshly roasted coffee to coffee in capsules, as well as convenient coffee bags for quick brewing and cold brew coffee.
Cohoma Coffee strives to ensure that every customer, regardless of their experience in coffee preparation, can enjoy a high-quality beverage at home without the need for expensive machines. Their goal is to provide coffee lovers with the opportunity to experience the richness of flavor in every sip while offering simplicity and accessibility.
Coffee from Cohoma Coffee is ideal for those who want to enjoy exceptional taste without complexity, whether it's black coffee, espresso, or cold brew, as all of their products are designed to cater to various preferences and brewing styles.
Akasa Coffee is a specialty coffee roastery and brand from Kintamani, a mountainous region in Bali, Indonesia, renowned for its high-quality Arabica beans. Their philosophy, “From Farm to Cup” reflects a deep commitment to every step of the coffee production process – from seed selection, planting, fermentation, drying, roasting, to serving.
The goal is to deliver the authentic taste of Kintamani coffee in every cup. Akasa Coffee focuses on preserving quality and flavor consistency by paying close attention to every detail of production.
Their coffee is processed according to international standards, making them a recognized brand both locally and internationally.
Expat. Roasters is a Bali-based specialty coffee roastery that works exclusively with high-quality Arabica varieties, placing strong emphasis on the richness and diversity of Indonesia’s coffee-growing regions.
The brand collaborates directly with more than fifty smallholder farmers, maintaining short supply chains within roughly a 40-kilometer radius of its roastery and ensuring full traceability from farm to cup. Their portfolio includes single-origin coffees and carefully crafted blends dominated by beans from Bali, Java, Aceh, and other Indonesian terroirs, each roasted with precision to preserve its natural aromatic profile.
Alongside whole-bean offerings, Expat. Roasters produces drip bags, Nespresso-compatible capsules, and basic barista tools, complemented by a training program that covers extraction techniques, latte art, and sensory evaluation.
Sustainability plays a central role in their identity - they promote recycling of coffee by-products, minimize plastic use, and encourage reusable packaging. Expat.
Roasters positions itself as a meeting point between local craftsmanship and global specialty standards, contributing significantly to the development of Indonesia’s contemporary coffee culture.
Bloom Coffee Roasters is an artisanal roastery based in India that approaches coffee as a craft rather than an industry, focusing on beans sourced from small farms in South India and on how terroir shapes flavor. Founded by three long-time coffee enthusiasts, the roastery works exclusively in small batches, with precise control of temperature and timing to preserve each bean’s identity and natural aroma.
Their portfolio includes single-origin and blend coffees processed through washed, honey and natural methods, highlighting citrusy, chocolaty or fruity notes depending on the variety and processing style. Bloom also plays an active role in India’s growing café culture by partnering with numerous coffee shops, developing custom blends and training baristas, influencing espresso and filter quality nationwide.
At the same time, through sampler sets and their Bloom Coffee Academy, they aim to make specialty coffee accessible to newcomers, insisting that a well-crafted cup should not be reserved only for experts, but for anyone seeking an authentic, clean and well-balanced coffee experience.
Sarnies Bangkok is a chain of specialty cafés and restaurants established as part of the Sarnies brand, which was founded in Singapore in 2017. The first Bangkok location opened in 2018 in the historic Bang Rak district, occupying a carefully restored former boat repair workshop that is more than 150 years old. The brand's concept combines specialty coffee, artisanal baking, and contemporary brunch cuisine, with a strong emphasis on high-quality ingredients and sustainability. Sarnies serves coffee roasted in its own roastery and collaborates with producers from various coffee-growing regions around the world, while its food menu blends international culinary influences with locally sourced Thai ingredients. The offering includes specialty coffee beverages, naturally leavened sourdough bread, pastries, sandwiches, breakfast and brunch dishes, as well as seasonal specialties. Following the success of its original café, the brand expanded with several locations across Bangkok, each maintaining its own distinctive character while adapting its menu to the surrounding neighborhood.
The Coffee Academics is a Hong Kong-based specialty coffee company, coffee roaster, and café group established in 2012 with the aim of elevating coffee culture through high-quality beans, professional expertise, and innovative café experiences. Founded by Jennifer W. F. Liu, the company operates on three core pillars: retail cafés, coffee roasting, and coffee education. In addition to its café network, The Coffee Academics produces its own signature blends, single-origin coffees, capsules, drip bags, brewing equipment, and customized coffee solutions for hotels, restaurants, airlines, and corporate clients. All coffee is roasted at the company's certified roasting facility in Hong Kong, where strict food safety and quality standards are maintained. The company sources specialty-grade Arabica beans from more than 50 farms worldwide, with a strong emphasis on direct trade, sustainability, and traceability throughout the supply chain. Over the years, The Coffee Academics has expanded beyond Hong Kong into Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, Macau, and other Asian markets. Alongside its commercial activities, the company offers barista training, coffee appreciation workshops, professional certification courses, and educational programs designed to promote specialty coffee knowledge. Each café is individually designed to reflect the character of its local neighborhood while maintaining the brand's contemporary identity and focus on customer experience.
Third Wave Coffee Roasters is an Indian brand specializing in roasting and selling high-quality coffee. They are dedicated to providing freshly roasted 100% Arabica coffee, with an emphasis on ethical and sustainable sourcing of beans.
The brand takes pride in its small-batch roasting process, using state-of-the-art roasters in their facility, allowing for precise control over roasting profiles and highlighting the optimal flavors of each bean. This approach ensures that every customer receives coffee of the highest freshness and quality.
Third Wave Coffee Roasters also operates over 90 cafes across six cities in India, including Bengaluru, New Delhi, Pune, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Gurugram, Hyderabad, and Noida.
Their mission is to ensure that quality coffee is available in every corner of the country, providing coffee lovers with a unique and consistent experience. Their commitment to freshness, quality, and sustainability has made them a recognizable leader in the Indian coffee market.
Bombay Island Coffee Company is a specialty coffee roastery based in Mumbai, India, dedicated to crafting high-quality Arabica coffee roasted in small batches. Operating under Rigmor Coffee Roasters, the company sources its beans from carefully selected estates in Chikmagalur, Karnataka - a region renowned for its exceptional coffee production.
Their coffee is made exclusively from Arabica beans, prized for their delicate bitterness, rich aroma, and balanced flavor profile. Each batch is freshly and meticulously roasted in limited quantities to maintain consistency and quality.
Their offerings include a variety of coffee profiles - most notably the Mysore Nuggets Extra Bold, known for its notes of dark chocolate, spices, and nuts.
Kopi Arabika Gayo is a type of Arabica coffee cultivated in the highland region of Gayo in Aceh Province, located in the northern part of Sumatra, Indonesia. It is grown primarily in the Gayo Plateau, which encompasses areas such as Central Aceh, Bener Meriah, and Gayo Lues. The coffee is recognized for its clean taste, medium to full body, and low acidity, often with herbal, earthy, or spicy notes. It is considered one of the most prominent Indonesian Arabica coffees and has been awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) status by the Indonesian government, certifying its origin and specific growing conditions. The cultivation of Arabica coffee in the Gayo region began in the early 20th century during the Dutch colonial period. Over time, it developed into a key economic activity, especially after the 1970s, when demand for specialty coffee began to increase globally. Gayo’s elevation, which ranges from 1,200 to 1,700 meters above sea level, along with its volcanic soil and moderate climate, makes it well-suited for growing high-quality Arabica beans. Most of the coffee is cultivated by smallholder farmers, often organized into cooperatives that focus on organic and fair trade practices. Gayo coffee is typically processed using the wet-hulling method known locally as giling basah, a technique widely used in Sumatra. This involves partially drying the beans before hulling and then completing the drying process afterward. The result is a unique flavor profile that emphasizes a rich mouthfeel and deep, earthy undertones. The beans are known for their large size and greenish hue before roasting. When brewed, Gayo coffee is appreciated for its balance and clarity, with a cup profile that may include hints of dark chocolate, cedar, nutmeg, and dried fruit, depending on the roast level and specific lot. The reputation of Kopi Arabika Gayo extends beyond Indonesia, with exports reaching major markets in Europe, North America, and Asia. It is often featured in specialty coffee competitions and praised by roasters for its consistency and traceability. In international contexts, it is commonly marketed as Gayo Mountain Coffee or Gayo Sumatra Arabica, and it is sometimes included in single-origin offerings by premium coffee brands. Domestically, it holds a strong place in the Indonesian coffee industry as a symbol of the country’s capacity to produce high-grade Arabica. Gayo coffee shops and cooperatives play a role not only in promoting the product but also in preserving sustainable farming and post-harvest processing practices. The coffee has also contributed to the economic development of the region and is integrated into Acehnese cultural identity and local hospitality.
Kafae Doi Chaang is an organic coffee of the Caturra, Catimor and CatuaiArabica varieties, grown in the hills of northeastern Thailand on the Doi Chaang mountain. The coffee is pure, refreshing and of the highest quality. It has a good balance of sweetness and acidity, with a honey-like scent and hints of flowers and cherries. The green beans are carefully cultivated, hand-picked, processed and roasted, making a coffee with a complex and full flavor. Doi Chaang coffee is naturally low in caffeine content and goes great with fresh milk and some sugar. Roasting the beans slightly darker will bring out its subtle chocolate and hazelnut tones.
Kafae Doi Tung are Arabica coffee beans gathered from coffee plants grown in the Doi Tung area in Thailand. These Arabica coffee hybrids are made from the crosses of Catimor, Catuai and Caturra hybrids . The trees are grown in the shade of vast forests and receive special care and treatment at every step of the production process. This strict quality control and a slow maturation process ensure that the beans have a balanced taste, medium body, sweet scent and a slight acidity without any sharpness. They are bluish green to green, and when roasted, the coffee is brown to dark brown. Before drinking a cup of this unique coffee, make sure to keep it at the right temperature without exposure to light, heat and moisture, as the freshness of the cup depends on how new the coffee is.
Mocha coffee from Yemen, often referred to as Yemeni mocha, is a unique, highly prized coffee variety named after the port city of Mocha (or Al Mokha) along Yemen’s Red Sea coast. This city historically served as a major coffee trading center in the 15th century, especially famous for its beans' distinct chocolatey flavor profile. Yemeni mocha coffee beans are grown in the mountainous regions of Yemen, where the arid climate and high altitudes produce a dense, complex coffee bean with natural chocolate, fruity, and wine-like notes. Unlike the modern caffè mocha (a blend of espresso, steamed milk, and chocolate or chocolate syrup), Yemeni mocha coffee is a single-origin coffee known for its rich, earthy taste with hints of cocoa. The coffee is often sun-dried using traditional methods, which enhances its depth of flavor. Today, Yemeni mocha coffee remains one of the world’s most sought-after and rare varieties due to its unique growing conditions and ancient cultivation practices.
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