Specialty grade

Specialty grade is the absolute highest quality standard a coffee bean can achieve on the global market. Certified tasters evaluate the raw beans using a strict 100-point scale, and only coffees scoring 80 points or above earn this title. To pass this difficult exam, a batch of coffee must be practically flawless, meaning absolutely no moldy or insect-damaged beans are allowed. Because meeting these requirements demands immense care from the farmer during harvest and processing, a coffee with this status directly translates to a fairer, higher wage for the people who grew it.