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The Full Story
About Our Coffee
Coffee is the second top-selling product in the world next to water. But there are some things you should know:
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Coffee is the number one pesticide-sprayed crop in the world.
It’s estimated that around 40 different pesticides and chemicals are used on conventional coffee crops around the world.
91.7% of conventional green coffee beans are contaminated with mold.
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For those who enjoy their morning Joe 365 days a year, these are alarming stats. That's why we take heart in the purity, flavor, and quality of our coffee. Our beans are USDA-Certified Organic, following the guidelines and laws of sustainable organic farming practices. Unlike regular, non-organic coffees that are sprayed with fertilizers, chemicals, pesticides, and herbicides, our beans are not only pure and clean, but low in acidity and mold-free ---- offering bold and rich flavor in every cup.
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Organic coffees offer a range of health benefits because of the purity provided in each organic bean. Only then can coffee offer antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals ---- and actually boost our immune systems to guard us from disease.
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"We strive to share a hallmark coffee experience with our community, while providing unmatched service and meaningfully transforming the health and well-being of individuals from the inside out -- one cup and one connection at a time."
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Bre Forgione
Owner & Operator
Why Small-Batch Roasting?
Quality Control
Small batch roasting allows for greater control over the roasting process. We can closely monitor variables such as temperature, airflow, and roast duration, resulting in a more consistent and higher quality product.
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Freshness
Roasting in small batches ensures that the coffee is freshly roasted and retains its flavor and aroma. Since smaller quantities are roasted at a time, the coffee is usually consumed more quickly, reducing the likelihood of it sitting on shelves for extended periods.
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Flexibility
Small batch roasting allows us to experiment with different coffee varieties, roast profiles, and techniques. This flexibility can lead to more diverse and unique flavor profiles, catering to the preferences of various coffee drinkers.
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Customization
We can cater to specific preferences and tastes of our customers. We can roast to order, offering personalized roast levels and blends, which is often not feasible in larger-scale roasting operations.
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About Our Decaf Beans
Our decaf beans are made using the Swiss Water® Process, which doesn't use chemicals. Instead, it uses water and it maintains deep, dark, delicious flavor.
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Essentially, the Swiss Water® Process removes caffeine by gently soaking green beans in a water solution for just over 8 hours. The solution absorbs caffeine from the beans, and is then repeatedly carbon filtered until 99.9% of the caffeine is removed. The beans are then dried, and when we receive them, we roast them to our usual level of perfection for full flavor.
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Other methods include the Direct-Solvent Process, Indirect-Solvent Process, and Carbon Dioxide Process. These processes use chemicals like methylene chloride and ethyl acetate, or steps involving pressurized liquid carbon dioxide.
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Some folks shy away from decaf coffees, and we can understand. Their beans may not have been optimal, they may have been soaked in chemicals and stripped of their goodness. But our intention with decaf coffee has been to supply the best, full-tasting coffee, with the caffeine removed in a manner that makes the flavor incredible.
Coffee Talk
What People Are Saying
"The anticipation of trying a sampler did not disappoint! The unique bean color matches its taste beautifully. Brewed through a pour over process, the smooth, tangy, and creamy flavors all shined deliciously!"
Lyra, IL
Our Roaster
Our Bideli 2kg coffee roasting machine utilizes a double-walled drum that features special mixing blades to achieve optimal roasting and blending. It also comes equipped with a high-performance burner that is factory-made, along with precise thermocouples that work in tandem with FUJI temperature controllers. With manual fire flame adjustment and manual hot air adjustment, we can customize the roasting process to our liking.
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In coffee roasting, the airflow is a critical factor in achieving an efficient roast. To ensure optimal airflow, a precise manual damper is essential. The damper allows us to control the airflow inside the drum, which works in conjunction with a separated chaff collector to effectively remove chaff and smoke from the drum during the roasting process. With this precise control over the airflow, we can achieve a consistently high-quality roast.
