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What Direct Trade really means for coffee, how it differs from Fairtrade, and how you can recognize transparency - including insights into why Wildkaffee directly purchases over 85% of its...

A look into the Wildkaffee roastery in Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Which roasters (Giesen W6, IMF RM60) are used, why we roast slowly and air-cool - and how fresh your coffee is shipped.

The World Brewers Cup is considered the most important filter coffee championship. We explain the process and evaluation – and why Martin Wölfl's WBC victory in 2024 directly connects Wildkaffee...

Wildkaffee is both our family name and origin: founded in 2010 in Garmisch-Partenkirchen by Hardi and Steffi Wild. At the same time, "Wildkaffee" also stands for wild-growing rainforest coffee.

Do you want to get started in Specialty Coffee? Here you will find suitable Wildkaffee recommendations for portafilter machines, fully automatic machines, and pour-over – from classic espresso to single...

Coffee contains oxalic acid - but significantly less than spinach or rhubarb. We explain the real risk for kidney/bladder stones, differences between Arabica and Robusta, and practical tips for everyday...

Coffee is more than just caffeine: Find out what vitamins and minerals are in your cup, why niacin is relevant, and how roasting and preparation affect ingredients and taste.

Many believe coffee dehydrates the body. We'll clarify the myth and studies, show for whom there are exceptions, and provide simple tips for good hydration despite coffee.

Caffeine levels in coffee vary greatly depending on the bean, roast, and preparation. Here you'll find typical milligram values, guidance on daily intake, and tips on how to adjust timing...

The coffee berry borer is a key pest in coffee cultivation. We show how infestations occur, what quality consequences threaten, and why biological measures in organic farming are more sustainable...

Direct trade for coffee sounds good – but what does it actually mean? Learn how direct trade works, what its advantages and limitations are, and how to recognize true transparency.