Journal

In August, Wellington City Council stopped taking all compostable cups into their compost. We couldn’t just sit around knowing that our cups were going back into the landfill. So, we've collaborated with Kaicycle and The Tiny Plastics Factory to trial a new way to compost our cups! We're only testing this out in a few stores for now, but if it works, we plan to roll out on a bigger scale, as part of our transition toward a circular economy. We'll keep you posted on how we go! Together, we're finding a way to reduce landfill waste & grow food. Our PLA...

Hoony Chae from Mojo Auckland shares some insights on his journey from the MeadowFresh NZ Latte Art Championships to the recent 2019 World Latte Art Championship (WLAC) in Berlin, Germany. Mojo: Congratulations, Hoony on your wonderful achievement! How did you feel when you heard the announcement that you had won? Hoony: I was very nervous and excited to hear the results…I couldn’t believe it! I am extremely happy and honoured to be a champion. M: Tell us about your journey from starting to make coffee to winning the competition. H: I have been making coffee for about 5 years now...

So you've acquired a shiny new and very beautiful Moccamaster and want to make your first brew. Follow these simple, step by step instructions for the perfect brew, every time! 1: Gather what you’ll need: Moccamaster (we're using a 10 cup), 1x pack of filters for the size of Moccamaster you have, 60 grams of coffee, cold tap water. 2: Dampen the filter with tap water, discarding the excess then line the top of Moccamaster- it should fit perfectly if you have the right size. 3: Weigh out 60 grams of coffee beans. Grind for filter or ask your barista...

Every week on Tuesdays and Fridays, the small team at the Beanery host talks and tastings for the public. It's a free event for anyone who wants to learn more about the coffee industry- beginners and connoisseurs alike. Join them at 11:30am to learn about, taste, compare and contrast the current single origin offerings. Each week there is a different theme for the talks- it could be about processing, varietals, country of origin or whatever tickles the Beanery team's fancy that day. Tasting coffee is filter brewed through the Steampunk, which is a great excuse to try this method of brewing and...