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Direct Trade Coffee
44 coffees · 5 roasters
Direct trade coffees skip the commodity market entirely — roasters buy directly from producers, paying above-market prices for quality and building long-term relationships. This model benefits farmers, incentivizes quality, and gives roasters full traceability over every lot they source.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Direct Trade mean?
Direct trade coffees skip the commodity market entirely — roasters buy directly from producers, paying above-market prices for quality and building long-term relationships. This model benefits farmers, incentivizes quality, and gives roasters full traceability over every lot they source.
What roast level and process are most common?
Light roast is most common (19 of 44 coffees, 43%), and Washed is the most common process (25 of 44, 57%) among coffees in this collection.
How many coffees are available and what do they cost?
44 coffees from 5 roasters are currently in this collection, ranging from $15.00 to $70.00 per bag.
Is there a related ranking or guide?
Yes — see our Top 10 Direct Trade ranking.