Product Recommendations & Coffee Questions

• Can I use the same coffee for espresso and filter?

  Yes, all of our coffees work well for both espresso and filter brewing!

• Can you roast custom batches?

  We don’t offer custom roasts, but we can offer custom packaging for both the avid coffee drinker as well white-label for larger commercial interest.

• Do you have a storefront where I can view products in person?

  Yes. Our café and roastery in Edmonton, Alberta also serves as our retail space. You’re welcome to visit us to explore our coffee lineup, available brewing equipment and accessories in person, as well as enjoy drinks from our café. Product availability may vary between online and in-store, and s...

• Do you have recommended coffee recipes or brew guides?

  Many brewing parameters can be found on the individual coffee product page. If the brewing parameters are not yet available on the coffee product page, our team is still working on them and they should be available shortly. Our YouTube page also has a lot of really helpful videos and guides depe...

• Do you sell green coffee beans?

  In some cases, yes, depending on availability. If you’re interested, please reach out and let us know: which coffee you’re looking for and the quantity (KGs). From there, we can confirm whether it’s available and share pricing and shipping details. If you are a Wholesale customer, or are intere...

• How is decaf coffee processed?

  Our decaf coffees use the EA (Ethyl Acetate) process, a gentle and naturally derived method designed to preserve flavour.

• How long does coffee stay fresh once opened?

  Once opened, coffee is typically at its best for about 3-5 weeks, depending on how it’s stored.

• How long should I rest my coffee after roasting?

  We generally recommend resting coffee for 7-14 days after the roast date before brewing.

• How should I store my coffee at home?

  Store coffee in an airtight container at room temperature, away from light, heat, and moisture.

• Is your coffee sold as whole beans or ground?

  By default, our coffee is sold as whole beans. No grinder? No problem! Simply note your preferred grind setting (espresso or filter) in Order Notes before checkout. We want to make coffee accessible to everyone. Because coffee is a food product, it is not eligible for refunds or replacements. I...

• What coffee should I buy for espresso / filter / French press?

  For espresso: Look for coffees with balanced acidity, good sweetness, and structure. Flavour notes like chocolate, caramel, nuts, or stone fruit tend to work well. These coffees are typically versatile and forgiving while dialing in. For filter brewing (pour over, batch brew, AeroPress, etc): ...

• What grind setting should I use for Orea/Origami/V60?

  As a starting point, we recommend a medium-fine grind, similar to table salt.

• What is your roasting style, and do you offer darker roasts?

  We roast light to medium for all our coffees, with the goal of highlighting what makes each coffee unique rather than roasting flavours into it. This approach showcases the coffee’s origin, variety, and processing. We source primarily from micro lots and small producers, so each coffee is roaste...

• When and where was this coffee roasted?

  Each bag of coffee includes a roast date printed on the packaging, so you’ll always know when it was roasted. We roast our coffee on site in Edmonton, Alberta, 3 days/week, during our regular production schedule. Most orders ship within a few days of roasting, depending on order volume and the s...