At just 16 years old, Kevin Arley Briceño Ramírez is brewing a brighter future for coffee farming in Colombia. In our latest 6-minute documentary, A Coffee Kid’s Dream: Meet Kevin | I’M NOT A BARISTA Short Documentary, Kevin shares his inspiring story of growing up on his family’s coffee farm in Piedecuesta, Santander. From picking cherries to launching their brand, Rama Roja Coffee, Kevin’s dedication to sustainable agriculture and quality coffee shines through.
Kevin’s journey is fueled by the Global Coffee Alliance for Good (GCAG), an initiative empowering young farmers like him through education and resources. GCAG provides tools, training, and opportunities. With support from partners like TIMEMORE, who donated over 100 items (grinders, kettles, scales) to Colombian farmers in 2025, GCAG is fostering better yields, higher quality coffee, and stronger communities.
For Kevin, GCAG opened doors to new knowledge, like the critical role of water properties in brewing, sparking his ambition to study agronomic engineering. His story reflects the heart of the coffee community: passion, precision, and a commitment to growth. By supporting young talents, GCAG ensures the coffee industry thrives for generations.
Join the 2026 GCAG Partnership
Are you a business passionate about coffee and sustainability? We’re now accepting applications for 2026 GCAG partnerships! Inspire your followers and communities by joining us to do good. Partner with I’M NOT A BARISTA to empower young farmers like Kevin. Email us at info@notabarista.org to apply and make a difference together.
We invite you to watch Kevin’s story on our YouTube channel and see how his family’s farm is redefining coffee production. Your support can make a difference. Click this link here to learn more, purchase charity merchandise to empower farmers like Kevin. Every contribution helps, humanity run on coffee.
A heartfelt thank you to our partners: TIMEMORE, Foundation Federico, Casa Blanca, Educator Helena, and our dedicated volunteers, Ricardo Saavedra and Mariana de Jesús Aguilar Mendoza, for their subtitle translation work. Together, we’re building a better coffee future.
