I’ve been gradually making my way through a variety of coffee beans over the last few months and was wondering what recommendations people here have for beans or roasters in Australia.
Thought it might also be helpful to anyone who was wanting to try something new but didn’t know where to start.
I’ve been really enjoying Redbrick Coffee, they are based in Canberra and have a wide range of espresso and filter roast selections.
this will sound snobby, but none of those posted thus far do any real work with their bean sourcing. A ‘world class’ barista is literally worthless if you don’t have world class coffee beans.
The best coffee I’ve found after YEARS of trying is from Jasper’s Coffee: they do real work with their growers which ensures that they are getting really beautiful coffee beans. Far and away the best in Melbourne(imo best in Australia)
Specifically, the Ethiopian Beans they get are AMAZING
Here are a few that I’d recommend. I tend to prefer a more traditional style of espresso.
- Proud Mary: Humbler. Works great black or with milk and easy to dial in. Haven’t tried any of their others yet.
- ONA: Raspberry Candy, but most of their milk-based coffees are a pretty good bet. On the more expensive side.
- Lime Blue Coffee: Their blend is good. Also a cheap way to try out some single origins. On the more affordable side in general and they’ll often have sales on ozbargain.
No one suggesting Axil? They have the current world barista champion and other past champions (AU, Vic) in their employ.
Haven’t had a chance to try them yet, but was on my radar. Any in particular you’d recommend?
I usually have their seasonal blend, but they have a lot of good single origins. I recently had the Guatemala El Buho and really enjoyed it.
