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Why Ethical Sourcing Matters (Especially When It Comes To Your Morning Coffee)

Let’s be honest, coffee is more than just a drink. It’s how most of us start our day, find a moment of calm, or share time with others. At Camano Island Coffee Roasters, we believe coffee should not only taste good, it should do good too. That’s where ethical sourcing comes in.

Our journey started here on Camano Island, Washington, in a little barn with a big vision: could coffee become a force for good? Our founder, Jeff Ericson, was deeply moved after learning about the challenges facing coffee farming families. Families who often work incredibly hard but still live in poverty. He didn’t want to sell just great coffee. He wanted to create change.

So we set out to do coffee differently, from how we source our beans to how we support the communities growing them.

What does “ethical sourcing” really mean?

For us, it means choosing to put people and the planet first, every step of the way. Here’s what that looks like for us:

100% Organic, Shade Grown Beans

All of our coffee is certified organic and shade grown. That’s good news for the environment and even better news for you, because healthier soil and slower growing beans create richer, smoother flavors.

Fair Pay for Farmers

We pay above fair trade rates and work closely with growers through long term relationships. This ensures farmers are not only compensated fairly but also have the stability they need to thrive and plan for the future.

Giving Back Through Every Bag

We partner with incredible nonprofits like Agros International and Food 4 Farmers. A portion of every Coffee Lovers Club order supports initiatives like land ownership, diversified farming, clean water access, and education. It’s not just charity, it’s long term empowerment.

When we started Camano Island Coffee Roasters, we asked ourselves: Can a cup of coffee really make a difference? The answer, we’ve learned, is yes, when it’s sourced the right way. When you sip our coffee, you’re part of something bigger than just your morning routine.

We work with amazing farmers in places like Central and South America who are doing things right, growing their beans with care, using sustainable methods, and putting their families and communities first. Thanks to partners like Agros International, many of these farmers are able to own their land, support their children’s education, and build lasting independence. That’s the kind of impact we want to be a part of, and it’s the kind of coffee we want to drink.

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Most people don’t think about where their coffee comes from (understandably, it’s early in the morning!). But when you choose ethically sourced coffee, you’re making a small choice with a big ripple effect:

You’re helping farmers get paid fairly for their hard work
You’re protecting the environment and supporting clean farming practices
And yes, you’re getting a fresher, better tasting cup of coffee

We’re proud to roast the top 1% of Arabica beans, all certified organic and shade grown. And we’re even prouder to say we know exactly where they come from, and who we’re supporting with every bag.

What started as a barn-based dream has grown into a community of coffee lovers who believe that what we drink, and how it’s sourced, matters. Our customers aren’t just here for a caffeine fix. They care about where their coffee comes from. They believe in fair pay, clean farming, and real impact. And we love that about you.

Ethical sourcing isn’t a trend for us. It’s the foundation of who we are.

So the next time you brew a cup of Camano Island Coffee, know this: you’re supporting farmers, protecting the planet, and helping us build a coffee industry that works for everyone, not just the biggest players.

We’re so glad to have you with us!

Cheers to coffee that tastes good and does good.

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Discover the rich, smooth taste of our Papua New Guinea Medium Roast

There’s something special about a cup of coffee that feels like an escape. You take that first sip, close your eyes, and for a moment, you’re transported, somewhere warm, lush, and full of life. That’s exactly what it feels like to drink our Papua New Guinea Medium Roast. It’s one of our most-loved coffees here at Camano Island Coffee, and once you taste it, you’ll understand why.

This Coffee’s story begins nearly a century ago, when coffee plants from Jamaica’s Blue Mountains (some of the most prized in the world) were transplanted to the fertile soils of Papua New Guinea in the 1930s. Those same roots still thrive today, high in the misty mountains where volcanic soil and steady rainfall create the perfect growing conditions. The result? A coffee that shares the smooth, refined character of Jamaican Blue Mountain, but with its own tropical twist.

When you brew a cup of our Papua New Guinea Medium Roast, the first thing you’ll notice is the aroma – rich, warm, and just a little bit chocolatey. As you take that first sip, you’ll taste notes of cocoa, dried fruit, and brown sugar, with a gentle sweetness that lingers for a moment before softly fading away. It’s the kind of coffee that’s hard to put down. Not too bold, not too light, just perfectly balanced. Whether it’s your first cup of the day or an afternoon comfort ritual, it feels like a cozy blanket in a mug. It’s the kind of coffee that’s hard to put down. Not too bold, not too light, just perfectly balanced. Whether it’s your first cup of the day or an afternoon comfort ritual, it feels like a cozy blanket in a mug.

Like all our coffees, our Papua New Guinea Medium Roast is 100% organic and ethically sourced. We work directly with small-scale farmers who care deeply about their craft, people who nurture their coffee trees with patience, passion, and respect for the land. Then, here on Camano Island, we roast each batch fresh, in small quantities, so every bag captures the best of what these beans have to offer, a cup full of integrity, flavor, and heart.

This roast is wonderfully versatile. Brew it in your drip machine, French press, or espresso maker, whatever your daily ritual looks like. It’s smooth enough for black coffee drinkers and rich enough to shine with a splash of cream. And if you’re the type who likes to savor a quiet moment before the world wakes up, this is the one you’ll reach for again and again.

Tasting Notes:

Aroma: Semi-sweet chocolate

Flavor: Cocoa, dried fruit, brown sugar

Body: Medium

Finish: Quickly dissipating sweetness

There’s a reason our Papua New Guinea Medium Roast has become one of our most popular coffees, it’s smooth, balanced, and full of story. Order a bag today and taste why so many of our customers call this their everyday favorite.

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