What is Coffee Snobbism?

Coffee snobbism is a complex, highly nuanced topic.

It's a movement born out of the need for a superior, artisanal, small-batch, direct-trade, fair-trade, organic, gluten-free, vegan, lactose-free, soy-free, nut-free, shellfish-free, and cruelty-free coffee experience.

It's a philosophy that demands a coffee that's been hand-crafted by artisanal, small-batch, third-wave, specialty-coffee roasters who use only the finest, locally-sourced, heirloom beans, roasted to perfection in small, artisanal batches.

It's a way of life that requires a coffee that's been expertly brewed, poured, and served in a cup that's been carefully selected to complement the nuances of the coffee's complex flavor profile.

Signs of a Coffee Snob Meeting 44: Coffee Snobbism

Signs of a Coffee Snob:

1. They insist on a pour-over, Chemex, or siphon.

2. They claim that only small-batch, artisanal roasters matter.

3. They demand that the coffee be locally sourced, fair-trade, and organic.

4. They can taste the notes of the coffee beans in the cup, even when it's black.

5. They'll argue that the only true coffee is Ethiopian Yirgacheffe.

Proประกed Coffee prophets prophets

Meet our prophets who have reached the pinnacle of Coffee Snobbism:

Prophet Zed

Prophet Caffeine

Prophet Mocha Mystic