What Is Direct Trade Coffee—and Why It Matters

At Lavanta Coffee, we believe your morning cup should taste good *and* do good. That’s why we’re committed to sourcing our beans through direct trade relationships that prioritize transparency, fair pricing, and sustainability. But what is direct trade, and how does it differ from fair trade or conventional sourcing? Let’s break it down. What Is […]
How to Brew the Perfect Cold Brew Coffee at Home

There’s something magical about cold brew—it’s smooth, bold, low in acidity, and incredibly refreshing. Whether you’re beating the summer heat or just love a clean cup, cold brew is easy to make and even easier to love. In this post, we’ll walk you through the perfect cold brew method you can recreate right at home […]
March Newsletter

March 2025 Newsletter
Brew the Best Coffee for Your Commercial Operation

Does your commercial operation offer coffee? While many very small businesses are making the switch to K-cups these days, larger commercial operations avoid the cost and waste of these single-use products and work with expert coffee suppliers for specialty blends made to meet commercial needs. Lavanta Coffee Roasters in NJ focuses on specialty coffee blends, […]
How Coffee Choices Affect Climate Change

It seems like everyone is talking about climate change these days, and for good reason: we have not been kind to our earth. For those of us who care about these important consequences, this means evaluating how our everyday habits affect our world. Many of our customers at Lavanta Coffee Roasters in NJ have asked […]