NOT ALL COFFEES ARE THE SAME

For a bean to be considered specialty coffee, it must meet international standards that guarantee its quality and cup profile. Do you know them? We’ll explain them.

Criteria for being considered speciality coffee

To receive this distinction, the coffee must meet two fundamental requirements:

• 100% Arabica origin: A variety known for its smoothness, aromatic complexity and lower caffeine content.

• Cup score: According to the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), a coffee must score more than 80 points out of 100 to be considered specialty coffee. Heading: At Shantai, we go further The standards of specialty coffee are just our starting point. At Shantai, we work to go one step further and offer a superior experience. 

What makes us different within speciality coffee?

• We select only coffees scoring 85 points or more: We work with lots that express greater complexity, balance and aromatic richness.

• We care for every origin: Beans that do not reach this standard, although still of high quality, are allocated to local consumption, contributing to a more respectful and sustainable model.

• We seek a more balanced experience: The result is a clean cup, with gentle acidity and natural sweetness that lets you appreciate every nuance.

And now that you know us, it’s time to go one step further and enjoy all the nuances of our specialty coffee.