Klatch Coffee just unveiled its Aged Whiskey Reserve, a coffee infused with whiskey using whiskey-soaked oak barrels. This isn't just a new brew; it's a bold declaration of extreme innovation in the 2026 specialty coffee market, challenging every traditional definition of our beloved beverage. While the coffee world often seems ruled by corporate giants and mass production, Sprudge's latest selections tell a different story. They shine a light on individual innovators and highly specialized, unique offerings, revealing a vibrant tension between mainstream perception and the true heart of coffee's future. This future, dear readers, is fragmented, specialized, and deeply personal, valuing discerning palates, unique origin stories, and processing methods that push the boundaries of flavor.
Sprudge Spotlights Industry Leaders and Top Offerings
- The Sprudge Twenty Class of 2026 includes Vava Angwenyi, Daniel Borrás, Esteban Cristancho, and Chris Diskin, according to the Sprudge Twenty Class of 2026—Presented by Pacific Barista Series.
- Sprudge publishes a list of recommended coffee offerings from various roasters, according to Sprudge.
- Vava Angwenyi is a Kenyan social entrepreneur, sustainable farming advocate, and founder of Vava Coffee, established in 2009.
- Daniel Borrás founded Flow Coffee Roasters, which sources and roasts Colombian coffees.
- Esteban Cristancho has served as head barista and COO of Elevation Coffee Roasters in Tampa for 6.5 years.
- Chris Diskin is also part of the Sprudge Twenty Class of 2024.
Sprudge, ever the tastemaker, continues to champion the visionaries shaping our coffee landscape. Their Sprudge Twenty Class of 2024 celebrates pioneers like Vava Angwenyi, a Kenyan social entrepreneur and founder of Vava Coffee, and Daniel Borrás of Flow Coffee Roasters, who brings us exquisite Colombian coffees. Esteban Cristancho, COO of Elevation Coffee Roasters, and Chris Diskin also join this esteemed class of 2024. Sprudge also curates lists of exceptional coffee offerings from roasters worldwide. This dual focus on both the brilliant minds and the extraordinary beans confirms a market that cherishes human craft as much as the quality in every cup.
