The three offerings. You've heard of instant coffee. I've tried specialty instant coffee. Now, I had the pleasure of sampling CoffeeTabs- a brew that acts like instant coffee, but is made from the real deal. It's super easy to use which is a definite plus. First, add the tab to your empty mug and break …
Pirates of Coffee- Home
My tasting notes. Fast Facts:Founded: 2020Location: OntarioCoffee Name: Treasure of PanamaOrigin: PanamaAltitude: 1000-1100 maslBrew Method: Aeropress Review:Pirates of Coffee is striving to change the coffee world for the better with initiatives such as transparency on a level that I can't recall seeing to this point. It really puts information in the consumer's hand regarding where …
2% Jazz Coffee- Home
Fast Facts:Location: Victoria, BCCoffee Name: The Hudson BlendOrigin: Brazil, Colombian, Indonesia Brew Method: Aeropress The front of the bag. I really dig the colours they used! Coffee Review:The coffee that I sampled from 2% Jazz is described as "bold and roasty" on the bag. This rich boldness is evident even just by smelling the beans, …
Quarterly Coffee Feature (Summer 2020)- Smoking Gun Coffee
Smoking Gun Coffee has been roasting some stellar beans since 2015 and has quickly become a fixture of the Fraser Valley Coffee scene. They have an impressive lineup of roasts in their arsenal with something for everyone- light to dark and everything in between including decaf and espresso options! You can check out their selection …
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Rose Bros Coffee- Home
Fast Facts:Founded: 2016Location: Calgary, AlbertaCoffee Name: Colombian HuilaOrigin: ColombianAltitude: 1500-2400MBrew Method: Aeropress Review:For starters, this was easily one of my favourite Colombian coffees that I've ever had. The aroma was very mild, smooth, and inviting. However, this calmness all changed when it came to taste. I couldn't get over how lively the body was on …
Black Radish- Abbotsford
I feel like it's been forever since I've had the chance to review a cafe and I am SO excited to get back into it. For this review, I decided to check out the recently opened Black Radish cafe. First things first, a little background information. Beginning in Langley, Black Radish has made a name …
Counterpart Coffee- Home
Fast Facts:Founded: 2014Location: Squamish, BCCoffee Name: First Peak (Medium Roast)Origin: Guatemala, PeruAltitude: 1400-1600MBrew Method: French press I love the clean-cut look of the bag. Review:This was my first time trying something from Counterpart Coffee, and I can confidently say that it won't be my last, they really know how to roast coffee! On this particular …
Pan Pan Coffee Roasters- Home
Fast Facts:Location: Vancouver, BCCoffee Name: Colombia Buesaco Narino (Single Origin)Origin: ColombianProcess: WashedAltitude: 1800-2200MBrew Method: Aeropress Coffee Review:The lightness of this roast really jumped out in the aroma of the coffee. However, it also showcased just how vibrant this roast was! It was a complex combination of rich and sweet that made for an excellent cup …
Po & Co Coffee- Home
Fast Facts: Founded: 2013Location: Montreal, QuebecCoffee Name: La FincaOrigin: ColombianAltitude: 1500mBrew Method: Aeropress Coffee Review: Note: Po&Co has since redesigned their bags. Starting with the aroma of the coffee itself, it was very bold and rich smelling- something that carried over to the taste of the blend. The main tasting note that stood out to …
Agro Roasters- Home
My tasting notes. Fast Facts: Founded: 2016Location: 550 Clark Drive, Vancouver, BCCoffee Name: "Roasters Choice"Origin: Ethiopia, GujiAltitude: 1800-2000MBrew Method: Aeropress Coffee Review: If I were to sum up the theme of this coffee with one word, it would be fruity. It starts with the aroma- very juicy and sweet smelling. Notes of strawberry jump out …
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