The SCAA is the trade association for the specialty coffee industry, one of the fastest-growing food industries in the world. Specialty coffee — sometimes called "gourmet" or "premium" coffee — is grown in the world's most ideal coffee-producing climates and prepared according to exacting standards.
One of the SCAA's primary functions is to set the industry's standards for growing, roasting and brewing. Members of the SCAA include coffee retailers, roasters, producers, exporters and importers, as well as manufacturers of coffee equipment and related products.
It takes a thorough understanding of the specialty coffee market to operate a successful coffee enterprise. Whether you are opening a coffee cart, cafe, or adding espresso to an existing restaurant, understanding the operational pitfalls is crucial to the success of your operation. We have used our expertise to develop a full line of espresso accessories and small wares designed to facilitate the operation of an espresso bar or coffee business. Our attention to detail is reflected in the breadth of our product line which includes over 700 items. Available from our catalog is a full line of pitchers, thermometers, tampers, cleaners and organizers. We have become an industry leader through the dedication to superior products and extraordinary customer service.
Our goal at the Coffee Review is to entertain and educate coffee drinkers, food service professionals, and the coffee trade with a credible and easy-to-use coffee guide based on objective, blind reviews from some of the most experienced individuals in the specialty coffee industry. It is important to understand that evaluating and enjoying coffees are very different than evaluating and enjoying wines, beers, or cigars. We encourage you to read Interpreting Reviews which explains how to read our ratings and reviews and why one should not simply shop by the numbers.
Arizona Coffee exists to review coffee shops in Arizona. More often than not I end up at a coffee house on a Saturday afternoon and the best thing in the world is good atmosphere at a coffee house, and good coffee.