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Where is my coffee roasted?

We roast all coffee at our roastery in Escondido, CA.

What are tasting notes?

The tasting notes that you’ll find on our website and on our packaging are what we taste when we brew and drink the coffee. It is a way to describe nuances in each coffee, like brightness, sweetness, and body.

Do you ship pre-ground coffee?

You can choose between whole beans, medium, coarse or fine grind. We recommend shipping whole bean coffee. We want you to have the best possible coffee experience and freshly ground coffee is an essential component. Coffee will taste best when ground

How do I brew coffee?

There are infinite ways to brew coffee! Depending on your taste preferences, some brewing methods will resonate more with you than others.

How long is the shelf life?

We recommend drinking your bagged coffee within 4 weeks of the roasting date. The coffee will not spoil after this date, but it will lose the amazing aromas and flavors.

How do I store your coffee?

Grind only the amount of coffee you plan to brew and store the remainder in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight, heat, and sources of humidity. We suggest that you avoid storing coffee in a fridge or freezer. Moving beans in and out of t

How often do your Roaster's Choice coffees change?

We choose a Roaster's choice at the beginning of every month!