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To Coffee Fans – Happy National Coffee Day!

Happy National Coffee Day! As a coffee roaster, this is a day worth celebrating. So get your coffee, grind it fresh, and brew yourself a cup of celebratory bliss. This day is for you. While we’re talking about coffee, enjoy 15% off everything until October 8th with coupon code: ntnlcoffeeday Start shopping with the coupon …

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Coffee Brewing: Science, or Art?

Is brewing primarily the science of extraction, or the art of balancing flavors? Trends come in waves.  How many waves, or which wave we are currently in is of no consequence.  What matters is that coffee is being carefully considered, roasted, brewed, and allowed to be enjoyed. The current trend of measuring mass in -> …

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Testing the Waters: How Water Quality is Important

An often overlooked factor when it comes to brewing coffee is arguably the most important.  WATER. A lot of us seem to think that we have a good idea about why water is important, but today I’m going to answer a more important question: how is it important?  First, let’s consider what everyone already knows. …

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French Press: Why Every Kitchen Needs One

While there are a lot of brew methods out there, I believe that everyone would benefit from owning a French Press.  If I were forced to choose one style of coffee brewing to live with for the rest of my coffee-drinking existence, there is a very good chance that I would say, “French Press.”  It …

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Whole Bean Only – Why It Matters

All of our bags have this little note at the bottom describing the contents inside. You may have noticed the little snippet of information at the top of our web shop pages that reads: All coffee is sold as whole bean to maximize aromatics and enjoyment. I have been asked if we sell ground coffee.  It has …

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