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Espresso Con Panna: My New Favorite Coffee Drink
I’ll be honest; I’m not a morning person. I need a little extra kick to get me going in the morning, and that’s where the espresso con panna comes in. This drink is perfect for those who need a caffeine jolt and a little bit of sweetness to start their day. First of...
Direct Trade vs. Fair Trade Coffee: Understanding the Differences and Making Ethical Choices
Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. Millions of people start their day with a cup of coffee, and the industry that produces it is a massive global enterprise. As coffee has grown in popularity, so has the interest in the ethical sourcing of...
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Mucho Java: Importing 20,000 lbs. of Fresh Coffee
That delicious cup of Elevation coffee you're sipping all started as a single bean, harvested by hand in the mountains of Central America. It's a...
Melton Trading Co. Moves Into New Facility
From selling a few pounds of coffee carried in suitcases to family and friends, to importing and distributing [literally] tons of coffee across the US, we had no idea where this exciting journey would take us. Through it all, we have done our best to maintain a low...
That’s Karma – New Retail Location in Easely, SC
We want to welcome That's Karma to the Melton Trading Co. family as our newest coffee retail location in Easely, SC. Beginning Saturday, April 1st (no, this isn't a joke), customers will be able to purchase Elevation ground and whole-bean coffee in one-pound bags or...
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4 Ways Coffee Can Positively Improve Your Life
Coffee is a part of many people's daily routine, particularly here in the Melton Trading Co. headquarters. (It would kind of be a shame if it wasn't.) Whether you're a coffee connoisseur or just like a cup of joe to get you through the day, there are plenty of ways...
Five Creative Ways to Enjoy Your Coffee This Fall
It's no secret that I'm a big fan of coffee (obviously!). But as much as I love to drink it, there are times when you need some extra creativity in order to enjoy your favorite beverage to the fullest as the mood may strike. And whereas summertime is perfect for ice...
Honduras — A Nation Still Rebuilding After Devastation
Much has happened in the last two years across the globe, from worldwide pandemic to political and economic changes to wars and rumors of wars. But, for many in the country of Honduras, life has almost stood still since November 2020. Honduras is a relatively small...
War of the Beans: Arabica vs Robusta coffee and why Arabica is the clear winner
Coffee is a staple in many homes across the world, and it's no wonder why: coffee lovers have come to appreciate its unique flavor and aroma. But what exactly causes these differences? Why does one cup of coffee taste so much better than another? The answer lies...
Why Direct-Trade Coffee Has the Greatest Impact on Rural Honduran Communities
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. We love it! We drink it every day—at breakfast while endlessly scrolling through our social feeds, at lunch when we start to feel that energy dip, after dinner (for the hardcore consumers), in social settings, on...
9 Facts You Didn’t Know About Honduran Coffee
Coffee has been grown in Honduras for more than 200 years and is the third largest producer of coffee in Central America behind Guatemala and Costa Rica. Honduras has a long history of producing high quality, specialty grade coffees since its first plantings in 1804....