Roaster Jam Competition - Winners!!!
Welcome to our exciting blog post, where we take you on a thrilling adventure through the Roaster Jam Competition held at Coffee Commune on April 28th. Join us as we recount our triumph in this blind roasting challenge, where we had to identify the origin, processing method, density, moisture, and varietal of an unknown coffee. Armed with our trusty Ailio Bullet R1 sample roaster, we embarked on a journey filled with anticipation and passion. Let's dive in and relive the memorable moments of this incredible event!
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Our Collaborations - Giovanni's Coffee Co
Australia is charmed with many small towns in the regional parts of our country however today we are focusing on the outback of NSW, Broken Hill. Broken Hill, or "Oasis of the West" is a historic mining town so pretty that Picasso could not do it justice (calm ya farm, it is a joke for you cultured folk). Locals of the region might have noticed an aesthetic van cruising the streets serving up both quality specialty coffee and immaculate vibes. However, this not where Giovanni’s Coffee Co story begins. A little over 2 years ago Abigail began slinging brews in the Morton Bay region before she and her family made the move to Broken Hill and took piece of us with them ❤
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Lass Malo Coffee (PNG) Visits our Roastery
Have you ever wondered where your morning cup of coffee originates from? Most people automatically think of Brazil or Colombia, but Papua New Guinea is one of our closest coffee producing nations. The rugged terrain of the Eastern Highlands Provence is home to Lass Malo Coffee and their coffee community of smallholder farmers and remote villages.
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Our Collaborations - Swing By
Just a 2 minute detour of the main strip through Gympie you will find Swing By. Small in space yet full of charm, a location serving up local specialty coffee, local baked goods and of course you will be greeted by the lovely Erin, owner of Swing By who has the biggest heart and smile for all her customers. Be sure to keep an eye out for CEO Theo! He will accept all forms of cuddles and pats 🐕 Let’s get into it!
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Cupping Coffee with Company
Last Thursday 23rd March the team at Sunshine Coast Coffee Roastery opened the doors of the Roastery to host our first cupping coffee with company event. The event featured an amazing line up of unique coffees from Brills Coffee, The Flags and Yard Bird Coffee all with their own experience for our guests. And what can we say… we loved and appreciated every coffee.
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Our Collaborations - Heirloom
Perfectly positioned across the road from the beautiful Coolum beach sits Heirloom Wholefoods. What better way to finish off a morning surf or swim than popping over to the friendly team at Heirloom for a beautiful coffee and fresh salad. Or if you are like us, we cant get enough of their Roti … so good.
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Our Collaborations - La Petite Souris
Tucked along small strip of beachside stores in Alexandra Heads nestles a patisserie too good to be true. I often think, what have we Sunny Coasters done to deserve such deliciousness, better yet beach side too? What a treat am I right? La Petite Souris, (yes, I absolutely cannot help myself but say it in a French accent) A family run patisserie by pastry chefs, Pierre and Aamie can be found just down the hill of Alexandra Heads coming into Maroochydore. Housemade authentic French pastries and cakes served along SCCR specialty coffee has been rumoured to be a match made in heaven! Don’t believe me? I invite you to prove me wrong… 😉
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The Rise of Alternative Milk
Do you remember the days where you would order coffee and the simple answer back “was that black or white?” Truthfully, neither do we to be honest haha. However, like everything, the market is forever adapting to our crazy industry with Plant Based milks being the new bomb diggity! But why though? Honestly as someone who drinks black coffee, I ask myself the same question. However, I then remember I am a barista who is superior in our society and not all can handle that heat 😉 anyways, pushing my pretentious barista aside, let’s jump into the nitty gritty of why these plant-based milks are legendary.
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Our Collaborations - Brewed Espresso Maroochydore
Amongst the hustle and bustle of wises road, you will spot a cute little coffee window on the street front. Look again and you will see the window evolves into a spacious community space for locals looking for a great brew and good bants. With Sandy’s personality vibing throughout the place, you rarely will be leaving this space without Sandy not knowing your name and your complicated coffee order off by heart. We spoke to Sandy all about her little gem in heart of the Sunshine Coast
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What is your coffee style?
Have you ever just walked into a coffee roastery and been overwhelmed with the abundance of options presented before you? Staring at them pretending to know exactly what all the words mean? Neither 😉 However, pushing my pretentious inner barista aside for a hot minute. Let my pro barista tips help you walk in to your next roastery purchase with a new wave of confidence knowing exactly what all these big words mean and what coffee is right for you.
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Our Collaborations - Little Parliament Rainbow Beach
The Queensland coastline offers many pristine beaches and cute coastal towns however nestled along the Cooloola National Park coastline you will find Rainbow Beach. This heavenly sub-tropical town is a playground for those who live for the sandy days and infinite ocean swims. In the heart of Rainbow beach, you will find local gem, Little Parliament. We spoke to Carly who has been running Little Parliament for just over 12 months now.
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Iced Coffees vs Iced Lattes vs Iced Long Blacks
It’s a warm day and you’re feeling adventurous. You decide it’s time to ditch warm coffee and get yourself something cold and possibly a little sweeter? Trust me, no pretentious barista judgment here… however if you want to understand the difference between Iced Latte vs Iced Coffee and other ways to step up your game – then I have some pro barista tips for you.
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