December 2022: Good Grief Coffee Roaster

Secret Sip Coffee Club is pumped to reveal Good Grief Coffee Co., a specialty coffee roaster based in the quaint town of Thornbury, Ontario, a delightful gem named can be found nestled at 28 Bruce St S, Thornbury, ON N0H 2P0. This charming coffeehouse has captivated the hearts of locals and visitors alike, not only with its exceptional coffee but also through the inspiring story of its founder. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at Good Grief Coffee Co., the visionary behind it, and the delightful tasting notes that make their coffee a truly extraordinary experience.

Partners in business, not in life, Good Grief owners Jesse Keast and Alix Haddy are a couple of buds with a vision. Stationed in Thornbury, ON and established in 2019, Good Grief operates as both a café and a wholesale coffee supplier and aims to be more than just another coffee shop.

At Good Grief Coffee, their commitment to quality extends beyond delivering exceptional tasting coffee. They take pride in building meaningful and sustainable relationships with coffee farmers and communities worldwide. By supporting ethical and fair trade practices, they ensure that the hard work of coffee farmers is recognized and rewarded, contributing to the betterment of the coffee industry as a whole.

One of their finest offerings is the "Brazil Garcia Da Roza" coffee, which was this month’s feature! It is an exquisite single-origin brew that promises an unforgettable journey of taste and aroma.

The Brazil Garcia Da Roza coffee hails from the verdant coffee farms of Brazil, known for producing some of the world's most exceptional coffee beans. The Garcia Da Roza estate, situated in a region with ideal coffee-growing conditions, nurtures the coffee cherries with meticulous care, resulting in beans that boast remarkable flavors.

The "Brazil Garcia Da Roza" coffee is a symphony of flavors that dance harmoniously on your palate. With each sip, you'll be transported to the sun-kissed terrains of Brazil, where the coffee cherries ripen to perfection. Here are the tasting notes that make this coffee truly extraordinary:

Smooth Chocolate: As you take your first sip, you'll be greeted by a rich and velvety wave of chocolate notes. The coffee's medium to dark roast profile brings out the delectable essence of cocoa, evoking a sense of indulgence in every cup.

Nutty Undertones: Complementing the chocolate notes are delightful hints of nuts, adding a layer of complexity to the overall flavor profile. The subtle nuttiness creates a balanced and satisfying experience that will leave you craving another cup.

Stone Fruit Sweetness: The coffee reveals a captivating sweetness akin to the lusciousness of stone fruits. Think of the delightful taste of ripe peaches or plump cherries, which add a gentle fruity dimension to the brew.

Velvety Body: The Brazil Garcia Da Roza coffee boasts a luxurious and velvety body that glides effortlessly over your taste buds, leaving a smooth and lingering finish.

Secret Sip Coffee Club, Canada’s coffee club 😊 is so pleased to have partnered with Good Grief Coffee Co. to bring you this month's secret roast, and what we believe to be, one of Canada’s best coffees. To learn more about Good Grief Coffee Co., check out their website below: