The Journal
Stories from the roastery
Roast spotlights, origin stories, and brew guides — everything we're learning, written down.
Craft
May 14, 2026 · 4 min read
Why we roast to order (and you should care)
Coffee is freshest in the two weeks after roasting. Here's how roasting only after you order changes the cup.
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April 28, 2026 · 6 min read
Sunrise Blend: tracing the beans to Yirgacheffe
A look at the smallholder farms behind our brightest, most floral light roast.
Brew Guide
March 30, 2026 · 3 min read
The 4-minute pour-over, dialed in
Our simple ratio and pour schedule for a clean, sweet cup every morning.
Brew Guide
March 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Dialing in The Occasion as espresso
Our house blend was built for espresso. Here's where to start your grind and dose.
Story
February 10, 2026 · 4 min read
Two families, one occasion: how Occasio began
A gift of green coffee from a family farm in Costa Rica, a yes to opportunity, and the start of something between the Carpios and the Stotlers.