Photo: Village Coffee Grand Opening in 2020, Sulphur, Louisiana Opening a coffee business in Louisiana is exciting — and the order you do things in matters more than almost anything else. Confirming electrical capacity, plumbing, and health-department approval before you buy equipment or sign a lease is what separates a smooth opening from an expensive one. Here's the path we'd walk a friend through, from idea to opening day. Decide what kind of coffee business you're opening. Your operating...

Opening a coffee shop is exciting, but one of the most important decisions a café owner makes is choosing the right wholesale coffee roaster. Your coffee supplier directly affects the quality of your drinks, the consistency of your menu, and the reputation of your business. What Coffee Shops Look for in a Roaster The best wholesale coffee partners offer more than just beans. Cafés typically look for a roaster who provides: Consistent Coffee Quality: Customers expect the same great taste every...

If you’ve ever walked into a specialty coffee shop or browsed an online coffee store, you’ve probably noticed dozens of different options: single origin, blends, light roast, dark roast, and more.Choosing the right coffee for home brewing doesn’t have to be complicated. Start With Your Brew Method Different brewing methods work better with different roast profiles. For example: Espresso Machines: Espresso usually works best with medium to dark roasts that produce a rich, balanced shot with...