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Market Lane Coffee – Santa Ana La Huerta(Espresso)

Camp Grounds — Fri, 17 Dec 2021 07:03:49 +0000

About the producers:

This coffee was grown in Ethiopia’s Guji Zone on a 200-hectare farm owned and run by producer Yodesa Yachisi and his family. Yodesa initially worked in the mining industry, but he moved into agriculture in the early 2000s when he fell in love with coffee and its ability to connect and support communities. He purchased Mormora in 2008.

Origin: El Progresso, Guatemala

Variety: Marsellesa

Process: washed

Producer: Rony Asensio

This coffee was produced by Rony Asensio on his farm in Guatemala’s El Progreso department. Since 2014, Market Lane has been lucky enough to offer coffee from La Soledad, the farm Rony and his wife Ana Lucia Zelaya run in the Antigua region. This is the first time we’ve offered coffee from Rony’s Santa Ana La Huerta farm. Rony is a perfectionist when it comes to coffee production. He works extremely hard to produce beautiful coffees like this one, paying close attention at every stage – from planting and pruning through to picking and processing at his on-site wet mill. He also works hard to take care of his employees, providing seasonal workers with fair pay, well-maintained accommodation and three meals a day during the busy harvest period.\

About Market Lane Coffee:
There is a lot to love about these Melbournian roasters but their sustainability practices and values are what really impressed us. No newbies to the coffee roasting game – they have been around since 2009 and from the beginning, have been committed to quality, transparency, sustainability and using business for good. These principles have a real impact on the way they buy coffee, the people they work with, and how they run their business.

We love how Market Lane Coffee goes about all their sourcing to ensure the best quality and support all for all the peeps involved.. It’s so up our alley!

“Our commitment to quality extends beyond coffee and into every part of our business – from our packaging choices, the milk we source from Schulz Organic Dairy and the organic Dulce sugar we buy from Costa Rica through to the way we hire and train staff, and the hospitality we extend to each customer, during every visit to our shops..”-Market Lane Coffee

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Small Batch – Asdeflor Co-Op – Guatemala – filter

Camp Grounds — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 01:15:41 +0000

Asdeflor CO-OP

- Producer 5 producers from Asdeflor
- Attributes Caturra, Catuai, and Pache Verde
- Origin Chanjón, San Martín, Todos Santos Cuchumatan, Huehuetenango, Guatemala
- Flavours lemon sponge cake, anzac cookie, balanced and sweet yellow fruit acidity, lemon candy residual

The Asociación de Desarrollo Flor del Café (Coffee Flower Development Association) (aka “ASDEFLOR”) is a tiny collective of just 30 members, all of whom belong to the Mam Mayan indigenous community. Mam is still the language used, Spanish being a second-language used only when speaking to mestizos. The Association owns a communal wet-mill where most producers process their coffee. Fermentations are long and cold, between two and three days. Producers cover the tanks in thick plastic to make sure the fermentation is homogenous and clean. The wet-mill sits at 1700 masl where parchment is dried partially on raised beds and finished on patios.
The Association was legalized as ASDEFLOR in 2012 but the members had been working collaboratively long before. Previously they have only sold locally, bulking their parchment together and delivering to a Co-Op who pays market rate. Located quite far away, and often talking too long to deliver payment, many producers are choosing to hold their coffee back and look for other, better paying markets.

All the members of the Association used to be subsistence farmers of maize and frijol and many were forced to migrate to the US and send money home, and after planting coffee are now able to stay on their land and haven’t crossed the border since.

When we first started working with Asdeflor (2017) the local market price was arguably below the cost of production and it was relatively easy for us to pay attractive premiums, which we have continued to pay. Things have however begun to get a little trickier for producers (and ourselves as responsible buyers) this year and last because of a slew of negative events, including too much rain (leading to lower yields), increased migration to the USA, and higher input cost. So, while prices in Huehuetenango (and in Guatemala at large) rose this year by 25-35% compared to the 2021 season, there’s still an element of uncertainty and discomfort about how this stacks up in relation to (volume influenced) cost of production.When we visited Asdeflor in February 2022 (our first trip for several years due to pandemic travel restrictions), we attended a group meeting where these issues were discussed and where we settled on a reasonable base price. We were super excited at this meeting to meet a next generational of coffee producers, who, despite the uncertainties and difficulties, still see coffee as a way forward. We’re proud to work with Cruz Perez Pablo and the members of Asdeflor.

About the roaster

Most Australians grew up drinking coffee that was oily, bitter and espresso brewed, because that’s how coffee was “supposed” to taste. At home, they might have a plunger and a jar of months-old ground coffee to drag out on special occasions.

Who knew how long ago their coffee was roasted or ground — let alone where it came from? Since coffee was drunk with copious amounts of milk and sugar, who even knew what it really tasted like?

Then some curious souls started asking questions about how and where coffee was harvested; how it was processed and roasted and whether it could taste better. Andrew Kelly was one of them, starting with some intrepid backyard experiments using a heat gun and colander.

About Small Batch Coffee Roasters:

What they have to say about themselves: ‘Most Australians grew up drinking coffee that was oily, bitter and espresso brewed, because that’s how coffee was “supposed” to taste. At home, they might have a plunger and a jar of months-old ground coffee to drag out on special occasions.

Who knew how long ago their coffee was roasted or ground — let alone where it came from? Since coffee was drunk with copious amounts of milk and sugar, who even knew what it really tasted like?

Soon, Andrew dreamed of sharing his discoveries by opening a cafe and roastery. That dream became Auction Rooms: a big open space where everything was on display, a menu that raised the bar for cafe food, and an obsession with creating delicious coffee. Since 2008, Melbournians have been flocking to North Melbourne, answering the siren call of what The Age Good Cafe Guide has twice called Melbourne’s best cafe.

As our roasting operations grew, we opened a dedicated roastery down the road. Auction Rooms was our flagship cafe; Small Batch is the coffee that made it famous.’

We want to spread the word that with carefully sourced and roasted coffee beans, a bit of knowledge, and openness to a world beyond espresso, anyone can make coffee at home that’s as good as any cafe’s (even ours!), and better than most. We also supply wholesale to a small number of cafe operators who care as much as we do.

Understanding that the best cup of coffee starts with the raw product, we are dedicated to working consciously and meaningfully in a select group of countries, collaborating with producers closely to achieve the holy trinity: coffee that is exceptional, that has a positive social impact and that supports sustainable agriculture.’

‘ – Small Batch Coffee Roasters

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Wood And Co – Colombian Decaf

Camp Grounds — Tue, 04 May 2021 12:42:11 +0000

Tasting Notes: Chocolate, Peach, Banana

Location: Pitalito, Colombia

Varieties: Caturra & Colombia

Processing: Ethyl Acetate Natural Decaf

Recommended for Espresso, Stovetop and Filter

The best decaf you’ve ever tasted. Late nite coffee can now be a thing

About The Roaster:

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Floozy – Lucky Stars (House Blend Espresso)

None More Black — Tue, 04 May 2021 12:33:37 +0000

Lucky Stars Blend by Floozy

Roast: Espresso (Milk)
Process Washed
Origin: Nicaragua / Colombia / Guatemala
Varietal: Caturra, Catai, Castillo
Taste: Jaffa, Chocolate Brownie, Cheery, Caramel – Our pick to drink with milk!

About the Roaster – Floozy Coffee Roasting

Floozy’s goal is to promote and advance the women in coffee, showcase the talents of the ladies in the industry, and train up future generations of badass coffee chicks.

Floozy is based in Newcastle, Australia

What is special about these beans?

Female produced
Ethical, sustainable & traceable
Hand-picked
Single origin beans

About the producers – Arlin Andino

Arlin comes from a coffee growing family and has been producing coffee on her own farm in Jinotega, Nicaragua for two years. Arlin is really committed to coffee but don’t take our word for it – here is a quote from the Arlin herself :

“When you drink a cup of coffee, most of the times you don’t think about all the work behind it, all the people that with their hands are involved with the process. I’ve involved myself in all these activities, I’ve placed myself in the shoes of the people that work with me, and from there, I can see the real value of a cup of coffee. This means that when a person drinks a coffee produced on my farm, they’re drinking all the hard work and effort.”– Arlin Andino, Producer

What’s in this blend?

What’s in this blend?

Arlin Andino

Farm: Finca Esquipulas

Location: Jinotega, Nicaragua

Process: Fully Washed

Variety: Caturra, Red and Yellow Catuai

Sourcing: Caravela

Los Capulines

Producer: Jose Olivio Villatoro + Eduardo Herrera Villatora

Location: Huehuetenango, Guatemala

Process: Fully Washed

Variety: Catuai, Caturra, Bourbon

Sourcing: Caravela

El Meridiano

Producer: 58 Co-op Members

Location: Tolima, Colombia

Process: Fully Washed

Variety: Caturra, Castillo, Colombia

Sourcing: Caravela

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Fat Poppy – Hollywood Espresso Pods

None More Black — Tue, 04 May 2021 12:32:20 +0000

Hollywood Pods box// 10Pods

Roast: Espresso

Process: Washed
Origin: Ethiopia / Brazil
Varietal: Natural Heirloom / Natural Bourbon
Taste: Blueberry, Milk Chocolate, Honeycomb

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About the Roaster – Fat Poppy

Fat Poppy’s purpose is to bring you great coffee that cares. They believe that when we care for the world, the world will care back (we agree!). They nurture growers and communities that they partner with – we love this. At Fat Poppy they make ethical decisions with the goal to create futures and inspire thinkers and dreamers. Drink coffee that cares.

What is special about these pods?

Biodegradable
Compostable
Plant-based composite
Hand-picked specialty beans

FAQs

How do I dispose of the pods?

After usage, you can throw the Pod in your bin guilt free. Under the right industrial set conditions, they will fully break-down into compost. These Fat Poppy Pods are hermetically sealed, with a plant-based oxygen barrier to keep your coffee as fresh as possible. This means that the entire Pod can be chewed up, and spat out by our little microbial friends, leaving behind biomass, CO2 and water.

A word from the Roasters:

Our Hollywood Pods are both Biodegradable and Compostable which suit our environmentally conscious business. This means our customers get to enjoy a seriously convenient (yet still quality!) cup of coffee, guilt-free. Our Biodegradable and Compostable Hollywood Pods are made from a plant-based composite. They are made entirely from sugarcane and sugar beet. This means that the complete Pod, including the foil, is made from plants materials. Our Hollywood Pods offer convenience, without having to compromise the environment or a quality cup of coffee. – Fat Poppy, Roasters

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BEAM – Espresso/Filter – Kochere – Ethiopia

None More Black — Tue, 04 May 2021 12:30:47 +0000

Process: Washed / Sundried
Origin: Ethiopia
Taste: Citrus and stone fruit

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About the Coffee

‘Kore is the village where this coffee is grown and processed, in the Kochere district within Yirgacheffe. Kochere coffees have a strong fruit tea-like note that comes along with the citrus and stone fruit. The coffee is picked and delivered to the Boji washing station, depulped within 12 hours, and washed using spring water. The soils in this region are red-brown clay soil, about 1.5 meters deep.

Typically farmers in this region don’t have access to and therefore do not utilise fertilizers or pesticides in the production of coffee. They have farmed in sustainable ways forever and when the coffee tastes this good, we support them to keep it that way.’ – Beam Coffee Roasters

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Floozy – Decaf Espresso – La Serrania

None More Black — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 12:08:33 +0000

Roast: Decaf Espresso (Black & Milk)
Process: Washed
Origin: Colombia (Pitalito – Huila)
Varietal: Caturra, Castillo , Colombia
Taste: Red berry, dark chocolate.

About the Roaster – Floozy Coffee Roasting

Floozy’s goal is to promote and advance the women in coffee, showcase the talents of the ladies in the industry, and train up future generations of badass coffee chicks.

Floozy is based in Newcastle, Australia and they have a rad cafe called ‘Let’s be Besties’ at 398 King St.

What is special about these beans?

Female produced by La Serrania (that’s why they are named after her)
Ethical, sustainable & traceable
Hand-picked
Single origin beans

About the producer – La Serrania

La Serrania is grown by a group of 50 different producers who undertake the same quality standards we see in all of the coffees we select.

The decaffeination process uses ethyl acetate, a natural compound, derived completely from sugar cane and mountain water. The process removes 99.7% of the caffeine present while preserving the original flavours of the coffee

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espresso Archives - Camp Grounds Coffee Shop + Wine Bar Tamworth

Market Lane Coffee – Santa Ana La Huerta(Espresso)

Small Batch – Asdeflor Co-Op – Guatemala – filter

Asdeflor CO-OP

About the roaster

Wood And Co – Colombian Decaf

About The Roaster:

Floozy – Lucky Stars (House Blend Espresso)

Lucky Stars Blend by Floozy

About the Roaster – Floozy Coffee Roasting

What is special about these beans?

About the producers – Arlin Andino

Fat Poppy – Hollywood Espresso Pods

Hollywood Pods box// 10Pods

Roast: Espresso

Process: Washed

Origin: Ethiopia / Brazil

Varietal: Natural Heirloom / Natural Bourbon

Taste: Blueberry, Milk Chocolate, Honeycomb

More Info

About the Roaster – Fat Poppy

What is special about these pods?

FAQs

How do I dispose of the pods?

A word from the Roasters:

BEAM – Espresso/Filter – Kochere – Ethiopia

More info

About the Coffee

Floozy – Decaf Espresso – La Serrania

About the Roaster – Floozy Coffee Roasting

What is special about these beans?

About the producer – La Serrania