Donation Announcement: $662 USD for Barista Alejandro Lozano

We’re excited to share that, together with the incredible generosity of the global coffee community, we have raised a total of $662 to support Alejandro Lozano, a passionate barista from Colombia. Alejandro’s story—of resilience, dedication, and love for his craft despite financial hardships—moved us all and united us in a…

IMNABAugust 29, 2024

career News Podcast

New Podcast Episode: From Barista to Trainer – Andrew Jay’s Inspiring Coffee Journey

We’re excited to announce the latest episode of the I’M NOT A BARISTA podcast, featuring a deeply personal and inspiring conversation with Andrew Jay, a passionate coffee professional whose journey has taken him from behind the espresso machine to becoming a regional coffee trainer. Andrew Jay In this episode,…

IMNABAugust 28, 2024

Coffee Stories News

Barista Alejandro Lozano Struggles to Compete Amid Financial Hardship

In the world of coffee competitions, the journey is often as significant as the destination. For Alejandro Lozano, an experienced barista in his late 40s from Mexico, the path to his next competition has been marked by hardship, uncertainty, and an unwavering determination. Despite being jobless, facing financial difficulties, and…

IMNABAugust 23, 2024

Coffee Stories

Atahan Kaygusuz

How does someone go from chasing dreams of professional basketball and engineering to secretly roasting coffee in the midst of a pandemic? For Atahan Kaygusuz, the path to finding his passion was filled with failures, unexpected challenges, and a lot of perseverance. Atahan has faced financial struggles, uncertainty, and doubt,…

IMNABAugust 19, 2024

Hanyue Song Won The Silver Award from Graphis Design

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Hanyue’s Coffee Wristband Design Wins Silver Award!

We are thrilled to share some incredible news from our talented designer, Hanyue Song! Her exceptional coffee wristband design has been honored with a prestigious Silver Award from Graphis Design. This recognition is a testament to Hanyue’s creativity, dedication, and the unique blend of tradition and innovation she brings to…

IMNABAugust 5, 2024

Coffee Stories

Mohamed Bentaleb

Meet Mohamed Bentaleb, a dedicated barista who transformed his love for coffee into a lifelong passion. Born and raised in a small town in Morocco, Mohamed’s journey began in high school, where his curiosity about the rich, dark beverage started to grow. His journey from taking orders to mastering the…

IMNABJuly 23, 2024

News

Important Notice: Email Issues Affecting Order Tracking Information

Dear Coffee Friends, We wanted to inform you about a recent issue we've encountered with our email system. Unfortunately, this problem is affecting all users with Gmail or Yahoo email addresses. If you've recently purchased a charity product from us, there is a chance you may not receive your tracking…

IMNABJuly 8, 2024

I'M NOT A BARISTA MOMENTEM SCA World of Coffee Copenahgen

News Press

Announcement: MOMENTEM Grinder in Design in Coffee

Dear Coffee Community, We have some exciting news to share about our journey with the MOMENTEM grinder! As you know, we have been dedicated to bringing the most innovative coffee hand grinder to enthusiasts and professionals alike. Today, we are thrilled to announce that MOMENTEM has been showcased in the…

IMNABMay 17, 2024

HOHIILIFE COFFEE WRISTBANDS CHARITY PARTNER

News Press

Coffee Wristband Charity Partner HOHIILIFE Made This Happen

The coffee community truly embodies a spirit of unparalleled camaraderie and warmth, consistently demonstrating that it’s not just about the brew, but the bonds it fosters across the globe. Our charity partner, HOHIILIFE, has brilliantly utilized their initial funding of $630 USD, to launch an inspiring project with other brands. This…

IMNABApril 12, 2024

Events News

Calling All Coffee Lovers: Volunteer and Make a Difference with Us!

I'M NOT A BARISTA at Shanghai Hotelex Dear Coffee Aficionados, We're buzzing with excitement and couldn't wait to share this exhilarating news with our cherished coffee community. As we've been immersed in our projects in Shenzhen, a realization struck us – the vibrant Shanghai Hotelex is a mere two-hour flight…

IMNABMarch 21, 2024

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