Filipino Coffee’s Global Rise: Michael Harris Conlin’s Mission to Shine
Here’s what you need to know about the Philippines’ coffee revolution—and the man leading it. Michael Harris Conlin isn’t just a barista; he’s a storyteller, an inventor, and a bridge between Filipino farmers and the world. His journey began in 2001, when a single bag of green coffee beans from a supplier transformed his life. “That moment sparked a curiosity that turned into a mission,” he says. Today, he’s the first Filipino to reach the World Barista Championship semi-finals and the 2025 Philippine National Champion, carrying Philippine coffee—especially Liberica—into global conversations. Conlin’s work isn’t just about flavor. “Filipino coffee is…
