I've known Bill for a couple of years and he is a great guy! I just started drinking coffee again…read moreand OMG his coffee beans are great as well! So smooth, flavorful and not acrid like store brands. I highly recommend!! Thanks Bill!!

I've been buying Mr. Bill's Beans for several years. I've never been disappointed. I know once I…read morepour some of those dark roasted beans into my coffee grinder, I'm moments away from a delicious, blend of natural harmony of flavor. It's the luxurious taste of freshly roasted and ground coffee that you're not likely to find in your coffee retailer of choice. Try one bag and I think you're going to want more.

PURIST PERFECTION A rare +++ EDIBLE...WHERE have you been…read moreall my LiFe! On the outer edge of sprawling Atlanta burbs and of course in an unassuming strip-mall is where this gem is. Inside, is a small artisan coffee roaster who sells perfected coffee. The name, Belux represents owners' names, Ben and Lucy. They specialize in small batch ROASTING and PROPERLY BREWED COFFEE. They sell light to medium beans and serve ONLY coffee here...no food nor over sugared coffee disasters. I had a dopio and Ben kindly added a spoonful of foam for me. It was the most fragrant shot I've ever had. I fell in LOVE. Definitely the best coffee I've had in a couple of years! Belux speaks coffee. This is the only purist coffee retailer I'm aware of in Georgia and am so thankful, albeit 45 minutes drive. Also, they are the only one to offer Gesha outside of a special event. Belux is planning to open their second location in Roswell in July :-) MY RATINGS - - - Inhumane - - Disgusted - Don't bother = Missed the Mark + Good ++ Better +++ EDIBLE...WHERE have you been all my LiFe!

Beautiful coffee shop. A little small with a counter to…read moreserve about 6. Very personalized service Don't stop by if you are in a rush, come to sit and enjoy the process and learn a bit about the coffee and the owners. Prices were a bit high but you should know that based on the coffee your choose. It's a place to go for a quiet date or to impress someone. We preferred the Panama Emerald Geisha coffee @$26 a cup.. and shared it. It was fantastic.

flat white. excellent!…read more we love dropping into madison when traveling between middle GA and western TN. this is a great coffee shop to take a break and enjoy a cup.

You know you're at a craft coffee spot when they don't offer a variety of sizes or milks. No almond…read moremilk here. A previous roastery told me they don't offer almond milk because it doesn't showcase the coffee well (I disagree but I digress) so I had to have oat milk, which is incredibly smooth and creamy. I'm just not down with the blood sugar spike and all the glyphosate. Anyway, the coffee itself *chef's kiss* is so good. I wanted to check this place out while I was in the area. The reviews let me know this was the clear winner for coffee in the area and they were so correct. Glad I got to try the actual location as I have had their coffee at other shops closer into Atl.

This cute small coffee shop attached to a locally owned escape room makes for a great spot for…read moreeither chilling with hot chocolate, coffee, or any other drink from their (often seasonal) variety, or taking part of a stimulating mystery with a group of friends. A really cute spot. Friendly service, clean environment.

Friendly service from baristas without an attitude.coffee was fresh and good quality…read more Coffee shop positive vibe, very chill and laid back.

Super sweet staff and surprisingly busy!…read more I've been eyeing this coffee shop for a while and i'm so glad I went. The breakfast sandwich is SO GOOD, and i love that they offer a fruit of your choice for the side. Delicious coffee and lattes with a dreamy atmosphere. They also have a huge coffee roaster and plenty of books to read.

Night Sky Coffee Roasters is just what you want out of a coffee shop. I mentioned to hubby the…read moreother day that I wish Winder had a coffee shop and he remarked that there is one, it's just not on the main strip through downtown. So here we are and I'm so excited to have found this tad-bit hidden gem. My go-to is Decaf Vanilla Latte, hot or iced depending on season. Sometimes I'll try something new for whimsy but this is my drink. I react to caffeine but love coffee so I'm not chasing the caffeine buzz, the flavor matters. Here, the house roast hits! It's strong but smooth. This is what I want my coffee to taste like. I also got a cheese danish, which is perfectly flaky and buttery with just enough icing, sweet but not sticky sweet. Lovely accompaniment to go with the coffee. As busy as the shop was when we got here, our coffees came quickly and there was still plenty seating. It doesn't feel cramped at all.

My absolutely most favorite coffee shop with amazing views, great beans and good service,…read more Located near Yonah mountain with a cow farm view. It's a beautiful place to connect with nature. The place smelled like great roasted beans. Service was great and gave great suggestions The coffee was excellent. The pastries delicious, the chai was the best chai I have had. You must try! You won't regret it.

A few friends and I stopped by here yesterday (a Saturday) and we enjoyed it! We came in during the…read morelive music and I thought the performance was great. I loved the vibes here! The view of Mt Yonah was stunning, the setup of the place was cool, and the ambiance of their inside/outside area was nice. My two complaints are that it got pretty cold in their glass windowed area- they had a small heater but it wasn't doing much, and they don't give free cups of water here. I'd recommend adding larger heaters and getting a couple of them, considering how cold it can get in North GA in the winter. I'd also recommend giving free water instead of requiring that people buy bottled water. If you were in the Atlanta area, not offering free water would be a code violation. Not sure if that applies here but just to be courteous to your customers you should be doing that. Back to the positives... I ordered a coffee based frappe with the "glamping" flavor (white chocolate and marshmallow) and I thought it was amazing. 10/10. I would definitely order it again. My order came out in a decent amount of time and the employees were friendly. The prices were reasonable and we found parking easily. I would happily come here again! I think there could be a couple improvements (the water issue is why I deducted a star) but if they address those few things then I'd think the place is a 5/5 :) I would come back! (And bring my water bottle with me lol)

Their beans make a great cup of coffee but even better is their care and concern for people. They…read moreshowed great love to me as I ducked in almost at closing time. I mentioned that I needed to purchase the coffee today because my husband was having surgery tomorrow and I'd be close to home for a while. The men who were working asked if they could pray for us. I was encouraged and strengthened. Thank you!

I'm going to say this as plainly as possible--this is the quintessential coffee shop. Not just in…read moreDuluth. Not just in Georgia. Anywhere. I've traveled all over, had coffee in cities people romanticize, stood in lines at "famous" spots--and nothing hits like this place. Nothing. This is my daily go-to, and every single time I walk in, it delivers the exact same feeling: calm, grounded, present. The moment you step inside, the vibe is immediate--peaceful, welcoming, almost humbling. There's a rhythm to it. No chaos, no ego, just people who genuinely care about what they're doing. And that shows in everything. The team behind the bar? Phenomenal. Not just friendly--knowledgeable. You can ask anything, and they'll walk you through it without making you feel out of place. It's not transactional, it's collaborative. They actually involve you in the process, like they want you to understand and enjoy what you're drinking, not just buy it. And the coffee... this is where it separates itself. Whether it's hot, iced, something classic, or something you didn't even know existed--they're never afraid to push boundaries. They experiment, they refine, and they absolutely deliver. Your palate will expand coming here. You'll try things you didn't expect to like--and end up loving. What's wild is this:The feeling I get grabbing a coffee here is the same feeling I've had standing in Little Havana, getting an espresso from Versailles. That same energy. That same emotional connection. That same "this is exactly where I'm supposed to be right now" moment.

Delightful. Killer fresh roasted coffee near Clemson - the vibe is amazing the staff is friendly…read moreand the roaster is right by the front door and it smells divine

Hidden gem does not begin to describe this cozy spot. Our lattes (Vanilla and Lemon Bar) were…read moresmooth, the perfect amount of sweetness, and soul-warming. Very pleasant staff as well. Sipping our coffee upstairs in the plant-filled loft felt a little like we were visiting Brewsters Coffee from Animal Crossing (IYKYK). Definitely stop here if you love finding local, intentional coffee spots on your travels!

Ordered their online 4-pack gift box for a variety of whole bean coffees. Enjoyed the various…read moreoptions particularly the low acid coffee option. I have yet to visit their local store.

VOLCANICA 7/5/24…read more EAST AFRICAN COFFEE STATUS & OUTLOOK Based on the USDA's latest outlook, Africa accounts for 11-12% of the world's total coffee production, including 10.5% of the Robusta crop and 12.5% of the 23/24 Arabica crop. There are 54 countries in Africa, but only about a dozen produce coffee. While Ethiopia accounts for most of it, the high-quality specialty grade Arabica coffee production is limited to 6-7 East African countries, including some very small countries with problematic histories. Located in the equatorial coffee belt, East African coffee benefits from ideal coffee growing conditions, including volcanic soil, high altitude, climate, access to fresh water and tradition. Conscientious processing, disciplined coops and dedicated smallholder farms also play a role. Coffee is a subjective topic and while good coffee can be found throughout the equatorial belt, the acid rich East African coffees are recognized as the world's most distinctive. The traditional varieties and grade from Ethiopia (Yirgacheffe) and Kenya (south-central highlands) are particularly noteworthy and often compared. While some would include 100% authentic Kona (miniscule production, hard to get & subject to fraud), the best Tanzanian and the crazy expensive Geisha (Panama & elsewhere) among the best, the coffee from Kenya and Ethiopia is widely viewed as the world's most consistent, distinctive and recognizable. Regardless of source, it is important to note that countries producing the most distinguished specialty coffee also produce average or worse coffee. In a way, East African coffees are like finalists in a beauty contents, it's hard to pick the winner. The contest is also dynamic, i.e., this year's crop winner could be next year's loser. While the demand for specialty coffee continues to grow, small coffee farmers have been burdened by an exploitive value chain. Living on a few dollars a day, Africa's small coffee farmers have had little incentive to produce the low yielding crop. If impoverished farmers do not get a bigger piece of the value chain's pie, higher prices and a shortage of high-quality coffee seem likely. FINDING REPUTABLE RETAIL ROASTERS When purchasing country of origin coffee, the quality will vary by crop year, terroir, region, sub-region, botanical variety, grade, processing, storage, logistics, roast and freshness. Excluding effective auctions, higher prices may not guarantee a better tasting coffee. Storage and freshness are key because coffee does not age well. Indeed, assuming the flavor has not been compromised by logistics and storage, fresh green coffee has a 6-12-month shelf life while fresh roasted whole bean has a 30-day window. As the importer of these potentially fine coffees, IT IS THE RETAIL ROASTER WHO DETERMINES THE QUALITY AND FRESHNESS OF OUR COFFEE. Finding a reputable retail roaster with good customer service, a good menu of single origin coffee and consistency is a Herculean task. Given the limited shelf life, always looming new crop and roaster inconsistency, the ongoing journey never ends. Organic, free trade, direct trade, sustainable, certified, relationships and consistent buying all make sense, but coffee that shoots the lights out on the cupping table is really what the specialty coffee game is about. While there are exceptions, roaster websites are not generally well developed or organized and many do not disclose all the information required to make an informed purchase, including the origin, roast, ounces per bag, processing, etc. Some lack contact information while others fail to follow up on inquiries. Many also use a poor choice of colors and fonts that make the websites difficult to read. Fortunately, many roasters specializing in East African coffee provide more detail and organized information, including the granular source, varietal, processing, roast and roast date. Blends are being hyped by roasters and while they might be relevant to coffee drinkers, they are not very relevant to coffee lovers that already know what they want. Affordability is another issue because there are high-quality single origin coffees that are affordable and offer real value. Indeed, many blends are priced higher than good single origin coffee. VOLCANICA EAST AFRICAN COFFEE: As Good As It Gets Volcanica is currently offering nine East African single origin coffees, including the Kenya AA (Nyeri Hill Estate), the Ethiopia Yirgacheffe and the Tanzania Peaberry (Nitin Estate, Ngorongoro Crater). All are washed and roasted light or medium light. In addition to being among the highest quality East African coffee on the market today, they offer real value. Indeed, Volcanica's 16 oz pricing is less than what many of their competitors are charging for 12 oz. Volcanica's website is also developed, organized and provides granular details appreciated by coffee lovers. JBC has also done a good job with their website development and disclosure. I have chased

Great coffee and great service!! I order online and the coffee is roasted no more than about three…read moredays prior to when I receive it. I save on shipping by having a recurring order and it's as simple as a click to change the roasts you would like for the next shipment. I've turned a few people on to this roaster already and they all have loved what they have received.

If you're serious about your coffee, Alma Coffee is on another level. From the first sip, you can…read moretell this isn't your average cup--it's smooth, rich, and incredibly well-balanced without any bitterness. Every blend feels thoughtfully crafted, and you can really taste the quality and care that goes into sourcing and roasting their beans. What sets Alma apart is not just the flavor, but the intention behind it. Knowing that they directly support coffee farmers adds a deeper appreciation to every cup. It feels good to enjoy something that's both high-quality and ethically sourced. They also offer a great variety of flavors and profiles, so whether you like something bold and strong or light and fruity, there's something for you. Everything feels tailored, fresh, and consistently excellent. Honestly, once you try Alma, it's hard to go back to anything else. It's the kind of coffee that turns your daily routine into something you actually look forward to.