Normally, most of us groan and complain when Monday rolls around, but the folks behind Hey Monday! are doing a great job of changing how I feel about Monday. The enthusiasm in their branding matches the enthusiasm that they pour into every single bean that they roast. Recently they sent me a bag of their …
Red Raccoon Coffee- Brandy Aged Coffee
This year, I seem to have had quite a few infused coffees (not that I'm complaining), but up to this point, I haven't tried a brandy aged coffee. Thanks to Red Raccoon Coffee, I can cross that off the list now. Based in the Vancouver area, Red Raccoon is brand new on the coffee scene, …
Timbertrain Coffee Roasters-Home
Fast Facts:Location: Vancouver, BCOrigin: BoliviaRoast Profile: Light/Medium RoastBrew Method: Pourover The Review:As far as I can recall, this is the first ever coffee I've had that comes from Bolivia and one of the main reasons why I was so intrigued to try it. Starting with the aroma, it was VERY fruity on the nose. I …
My Coffee Roaster Wish-list
Hey everyone! This week, I'm switching it up and doing a different kind of post. There's so many amazing coffee roasters out there and since I started this blog, I've tried a ton of great coffees from some of these roasters. However, there's also SO many that I have yet to try. I thought it …
49th Parallel- Home
Fast Facts:Founded: 2004Location: Vancouver, BCOrigin: EthiopiaRoast Profile: Light RoastBeverage: Aeropress The Review:So I finally got around to trying this roast from 49th that I received way back in my, oh, *ahem* November Brew Perfect box. Oops! But, better late than never, right? Anyway, this Ethiopian was overall a pretty solid choice. Sweet, fruity notes came …
Pacific Packers Coffee- Home
Today might just be your lucky day (as long as you enjoy reading about coffee, and I mean, you're here, so you probably do) as I've got a 4-in-1 review for you! Based in Vancouver, I recently stumbled upon Pacific Packers. They offer what I'd describe as an "instant pour-over" in that it's not instant …
Chwill Coffee Co.- Home
Fast Facts:Location: North Vancouver, BCOrigin: EthiopiaRoast Date: 11/11/20Beverage: Aeropress The ReviewChwill Coffee recently reached out to me and ever so graciously sent me a pair of their roasts to sample. This review deals with their Ethiopia Efrem Estate roast. This particular coffee was very lively on the nose. I detected some fruity notes, mainly cherry. …
Invito CoffeeTabs- Home
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 …
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 …
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 …
Matt's Coffee Chat 