Hans Pronk

New Zealand

Profile Information:

What is your position in the coffee industry?
barista, manager, coffee roaster, industry professional, supplier
Where are you located? ( City and Country )
Auckland, New Zealand
How many years have you been in the industry?
10
If you are a barista or shop, are you interested in a barista exchange with another coffee shop/barista?
maybe
About Me:
I am 23 years old with a Bachelor of Business Studies and own the roasting company Merito Espresso in Auckland New Zealand. With ME Coffee Boutique opening in the next month in Auckland CBD.
About My Company:
Merito Espresso - Hand Crafted in New Zealand


We aim to provide coffee that makes getting up in the morning about as good as it can get.

Merito Espresso is a small company which prides itself in delivering the freshest coffee possible.

We import the finest beans from around the world, choosing only premium product grown on Coffea Arabica shrubs.

The beans are then hand roasted in small batches to ensure perfection and let rest for the ideal taste
What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?
Continual learning and reigniting my passion daily for preparing perfect espresso
Website:
http://www.meritoespresso.co.nz

Comment Wall:

  • MDU

    HEY HANS ,
    EDUCATE ME , HOW LONG CAN YOU KEEP GROUND COFFEE STORED IN A AIRTHIGHT CONTAINER.

    LASTLY I HAVE A RICHIE MACGAW AND JERRY COLLINS LATTE SPECIALS.

    Aug 29, 2008

  • MDU

    A COFFEE GRINDER IS WHERE MY PROBLEM LIES ,THIS SIDE OF THE WORLD GRINDERS ARE EXPENSIVE .THAT IS THE REASON I BUY MY COFFEE GRIND UNTIL SUCH TIME I HAVE ENOUGH RANDS TO BUY ONE.

    Aug 29, 2008

  • Kerry Laird

    Hi Hans,
    I'm headed to New Zealand in November and would love to tap in to your tips on what not to miss while visiting. I've added you as a friend so we can chat. Thanks!
    Kerry

    Sep 5, 2008

  • Kerry Laird

    Thanks Hans. We're planning our itinerary now and will be on both the north and south islands. What do you think are the do not miss spots to see or do things? What is special to New Zealand?

    Sep 7, 2008