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Getting the Best From Your Espresso

Getting the Best From Your Espresso

A 2021 survey by the World Coffee Portal found that 96% of coffee drinkers say that coffee quality was the most important factor behind choosing which coffee shop they frequent. Don't panic. We're here to show you how to make the perfect espresso! The standard of...

The Bitter Truth: Over vs. Under-Extracted Espresso Explained

The Bitter Truth: Over vs. Under-Extracted Espresso Explained

The terms over-extracted and under-extracted refer to how much flavour has been pulled from the coffee grounds during espresso brewing. The goal is balanced extraction, where the espresso tastes rich, sweet, and full-bodied. Achieving a perfectly balanced espresso...

Why The Chemex?

Why The Chemex?

While dialing in brewing recipes for a recent coffee, it occurred to us how often we recommend the Chemex. Yet, we leave little explanation to our favouritism. We love the Chemex for much more than its aesthetic appeal. It's a durable, efficient brewing method that...

Coffee Filter Comparison, Review, Recommendation

Coffee Filter Comparison, Review, Recommendation

Does your coffee filter matter? Every morning, like a daily ritual, you brew your favourite cup of coffee. During those few minutes while you're waiting for your brew, have you ever wondered if your coffee filter is affecting your cup of coffee? Does your coffee taste...

Annual Open House Celebrating 16 Years!

Annual Open House Celebrating 16 Years!

Join Us for Our 16th Anniversary Open House at Velvet Sunrise Coffee Roasters!   We’re excited to announce that Velvet Sunrise is celebrating its 16th anniversary, and we want you to be part of the festivities! Join us for an Open House on November 29th from 9am...

Our Favourite Coffee Gift Ideas

Our Favourite Coffee Gift Ideas

To make your gift buying easier for your favourite coffee fans in your life, I’ve got a couple lists of gifts for coffee lovers for under $100. Because, let’s be honest, you can start dropping some serious cash on coffee gear easily if you want to.  That’s why a...