Coffee lovers, listen up! We have some exciting reading material for you this morning to enjoy with your cup of coffee. It's International Coffee Day, and we're excited to introduce you to some of our favorite Thai coffee roasters – including a coffee from a very special source that's sure to surprise you!

After the Thai coffee export industry experienced a boom in the 1970s, it became known for its organic roasts and sustainable farming methods, which are in high demand on the global coffee market.

In Thailand, Arabica and Robusta coffees are the main varieties grown. Arabica thrives in northern Thailand, while Robusta is cultivated in the provinces of Ranong and Chumphon. Coffee cultivation flourishes particularly well in cooler climates such as Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Mae Hong Son. Arabica coffee supports rural communities and contributes to forest conservation, making it one of the more sustainable coffee varieties in Thailand.

To celebrate International Coffee Day, Thailand Insider has compiled a list of four Thai coffee roasters you absolutely must try when traveling to Thailand. Let's take a look at some of the country's best coffee specialties!

A giant in the coffee industry, Choojai Coffee is owned by a young Thai man who roasts some of Thailand's most aromatic coffees. In Chiang Mai, there's the Jing Jai Market, a weekend market where visitors can find organic fruits and vegetables, handicrafts, and other food and drinks.

Choojai Coffee can be found at the Jing Jai Market every weekend. There, he roasts coffee and welcomes visitors from all over the country who want to watch him roast and sample his delicious beans. A visit to his stall allows you to taste his products and buy as much as your coffee-loving heart desires!

For those who prefer a more relaxed atmosphere and want to unwind with a good book and a cup of coffee, Walden Home Cafe in Bangkok's Khlong San district is a must-visit. This charming cafe serves, among other things, chocolate and matcha lattes, an excellent Americano, and beautiful latte art.

Go to the second floor, where you will find shelves with a selection of books that will be perfect with your cup of coffee.

Smokey Cat Coffee Roastery

Not far from the famous Somerset Park on Suan Phlu is a coffee roastery that delights cat lovers and is known for its high-quality coffee and relaxed café atmosphere. Floor-to-ceiling windows let plenty of natural light into this Bangkok roastery.

Smokey Cat Coffee Roaster serves classic coffees as well as specialties like the Honduras Litchilian with caramel and vanilla flavors. For adventurous coffee lovers, the Crème Brûlée Coffee or an Espresso Tonic are highly recommended. And those with a sweet tooth should definitely try the Smokey Cat Croffle – a combination of croissant and waffle!

Black Ivory Coffee at Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort

We saved the rarest and most exquisite coffee for last: Black Ivory Coffee! This coffee variety is quite expensive in Thailand, and for good reason. The Thai Arabica beans are digested by the elephants of the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort, which makes them less bitter before they are sorted, hand-picked, and sun-dried.

The beans at this resort are hand-ground and brewed in a high-tech machine, giving the coffee a pure and aromatic flavor. With every purchase of Black Ivory Coffee, you support Thailand's magnificent elephants: 8% of the proceeds go to the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation!

Be sure to try a cup of Thai coffee when you are in Thailand!

If you love coffee and want to try some of Thailand's most delicious and aromatic beans, visit one (or more!) of these four Thai coffee companies! Northern Thailand is known for its coffee beans due to its cooler climate and sustainable farming methods, so don't forget to explore the north during your visit to Thailand!