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Permalink Reply by Fraser Jamieson on January 27, 2017 at 4:36pm

http://shop.reunionislandcoffee.com/

https://detourcoffee.com/

https://www.pilotcoffeeroasters.com/

There are three very reputable roasters who you may wish to contact. I use all of them. 

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Permalink Reply by Stephen Oladokun on January 28, 2017 at 7:41am

Thank you very much. I will contact them

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Permalink Reply by Jen Hurd on January 30, 2017 at 3:20pm

Hi, Stephen! Some of the things to consider when looking for a roaster:

-Do they sell/loan/lease equipment, or can they point you in the right direction?

-Do they have a service department, or can they refer you to a service company?

-Do they offer training? If so, what is the extent of the training, and how many individuals will they train?

-Will they have you in for a cupping? Most reputable roasters will invite you to their facility for a cupping of their coffees.

-Do they offer support in any other areas; i.e. layout design, menu, etc.?

-Do you want to work with them? Coffee is all about relationships, and you should work with someone who aligns with your values.

-Do they put roast dates on their bags?

I'd also suggest you find someone in your general area. That way you know that if you have an emergency with equipment or need a delivery off the regular schedule that they're not too far.

Hope this helps!

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Permalink Reply by Stephen Oladokun on January 30, 2017 at 7:45pm

Jen Hurd said:

Hi, Stephen! Some of the things to consider when looking for a roaster:

-Do they sell/loan/lease equipment, or can they point you in the right direction?

-Do they have a service department, or can they refer you to a service company?

-Do they offer training? If so, what is the extent of the training, and how many individuals will they train?

-Will they have you in for a cupping? Most reputable roasters will invite you to their facility for a cupping of their coffees.

-Do they offer support in any other areas; i.e. layout design, menu, etc.?

-Do you want to work with them? Coffee is all about relationships, and you should work with someone who aligns with your values.

-Do they put roast dates on their bags?

I'd also suggest you find someone in your general area. That way you know that if you have an emergency with equipment or need a delivery off the regular schedule that they're not too far.

Hope this helps!

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Permalink Reply by Stephen Oladokun on January 30, 2017 at 7:51pm

Thank you very much, Jen Hurd

These are really good pointers and insights. I am really grateful.

I am somewhat new this, so these are really useful.

Much appreciated

Stephen

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Permalink Reply by Alun Evans on February 2, 2017 at 12:49am

Unique Points of Difference. Jen has touched on these above- but apart from what shes mentioned you need to be looking at a coffee roaster who produces a really good and unique product that will stand you apart from other cafes in the immediate area. Being a Kiwi I cant really recommend any of the roasters in my part of the world- the distances are impossible for quality technical support.

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