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You already know we love Yunnan coffee.This month we’re bringing you a first look at the 2026 Best of Yunnan; a lineup o...
02/06/2026

You already know we love Yunnan coffee.

This month we’re bringing you a first look at the 2026 Best of Yunnan; a lineup of some of the most exciting coffees coming out of origin right now!

We’ll be cupping 100+ coffees with our community across the motu with sessions in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington and Christchurch. Taste clean washed classics to experimental ferments! It’ll be alot of fun!

And this is just the beginning - we’re launching our Harvest Tour to Yunnan to experience it all at origin.

More soon.

Ōtautahi, you were an absolute treat.Big thanks to for organising, hosting, and the epic prizes, and to for the compet...
25/05/2026

Ōtautahi, you were an absolute treat.

Big thanks to for organising, hosting, and the epic prizes, and to for the competition coffee and extra goodies.

Another round of DBBC done and dusted, bringing together an awesome mix of brewers, home brewers and baristas side by side, all on an even playing field.

That’s what DBBC is about: good people, great coffee, and just giving it a go. No fancy gear, no pressure, just brewing, tasting, and enjoying the process.

Huge congratulations to this round’s winners Ben 🥇 and Jess 🥈

You’ve both secured your place in the Grand Finals this December, competing for an unforgettable origin trip to Yunnan, harvest season right at the source 🌱🇨🇳

See you in Wellington next round!

June at MQ LAB is packed!Foundation Barista Skills, Latte Art, Roasting Theory, Sensory, and Advanced Brewing plus hands...
25/05/2026

June at MQ LAB is packed!

Foundation Barista Skills, Latte Art, Roasting Theory, Sensory, and Advanced Brewing plus hands-on workshops at Symphonia. This month is all about building real skills and pushing coffee knowledge forward at every level.

Whether you’re starting out or sharpening advanced technique, there’s something here for you.

Bookings are open. Limited spaces available. Link in bio.

Alright Brewers - next stop: Christchurch.The Drip Bag Brewers Championship is landing in Ōtautahi, and we’re looking fo...
04/05/2026

Alright Brewers - next stop: Christchurch.

The Drip Bag Brewers Championship is landing in Ōtautahi, and we’re looking for the city’s best cup from a drip bag. Simple format, serious skill. Grind is already locked in - so it all comes down to your water ratio, timing, agitation, and control.

You’ll be judged on:
– Aroma
– Flavour
– Mouthfeel
– Aftertaste

No fancy gear. Just technique.

To get dialled in, grab a practice pack online or in-store at Opal HQ. It contains 3 competition day drip bags!!
Practice packs will be landing at select cafés across Christchurch, more details coming as they drop.

Get your practise in and rock up on the day.

Saturday 23 May (NZSCA AGM weekend)
📍 Opal Coffee Specialty Green Coffee,
⏰ 11:30am start

Christchurch has an epic specialty coffee community - so we’re expecting a proper showdown.

Get amongst it.

May is a big one for coffee in Aotearoa!Brewers Cup and Cup Tasters set the tone for the month, make some time to get al...
27/04/2026

May is a big one for coffee in Aotearoa!

Brewers Cup and Cup Tasters set the tone for the month, make some time to get along and cheer on your favourites. There will be a lot of talent on display!

We’re keeping that energy rolling with a stacked lineup of workshops and courses - roasting, sensory, brewing, and barista fundamentals.

Jump in.

18/04/2026

Dialled in today and trained like a cupper 🥄

Palates sharpened, confidence up, and some seriously impressive scores coming through after a day of training. Everyone locked in!

Tomorrow we roll on with the Mini Competition. 6 sets. 6 minutes.

Come through and back your favourites!

Drip Bag Brewers Championship - next round is almost here!Auckland, we’re back. Catch this month’s event Seven Hills Caf...
13/04/2026

Drip Bag Brewers Championship - next round is almost here!

Auckland, we’re back. Catch this month’s event Seven Hills Cafe & Roastery | Takapuna in Takapuna!

📅 Thursday, April 23
🕟 4:30 – 6:00pm

Compete for a shot at the Grand Finals and an Origin Trip to Yunnan, China.

To enter, purchase the Practice Pack (link in bio). It includes 3 drip bags of the official competition coffee to practice your pour and dial in your ratios at home.

It’s just a drip bag… until it isn’t. ☕️

Top 2 brewers advance to the Grand Finals.
Open to all, from first-time competitors to seasoned brewers.

🏆 Prizes:
• $100 cash prize for 1st place
• 2 × $25 NZD vouchers
• 250g coffee bag
• Box of drip bags (5 bags)
• Seven Hills Moka pot

Practice Pack via link in bio | Limited spots

We’re hosting a Cup Tasters Workshop weekend with the cup tasters official competition coffee practice set by our JBL (r...
10/04/2026

We’re hosting a Cup Tasters Workshop weekend with the cup tasters official competition coffee practice set by our JBL (roasted by us).

Day1: 18 April | 10:00am-2:30pm
• Intro to Sensory science
• Triangulation cupping explained + practised

12 spots only
$180 NZD (includes day 2 competition entry)

Day 2: 19th April Mini Competition
Inspired by the cup tasters format, but built for all levels. 6 sets, 6 minutes!

• Fast-paced, fun, competitive
• Put your palate to the test
• Prizes up for grabs!

24 spots total
$10 NZD cover charge

Mutual Friends; 2 Morgan Street, New Market, Auckland.

Find the link in bio.

16/02/2026

You get 10 minutes at the brew station
alongside 5–7 other competitors.

Everyone uses the same setup.
Everyone gets 2 identical drip bags.

Brew one to dial in.
Brew one as your final submission.

Your final cup is blind judged.

Highest score wins the round
and advances.

That’s it.

Simple. Fair. A test of brewing skill.

Get amongst it! Practise packs available in store or via link in bio

📣IT’S BACK.The Drip Bag Brewers Championship kicks off Thursday 26 Feb, hosted by our friends Win this round and you’re...
10/02/2026

📣IT’S BACK.

The Drip Bag Brewers Championship kicks off Thursday 26 Feb, hosted by our friends

Win this round and you’re through to the December Grand Final. Win that. And you’re heading to the Harvest Experience in Yunnan, China 2027.

Same format. Same pressure.
Everyone on a level playing field.

How it works:
⏱ 10 minutes
☕️ 2 mystery drip bags
👀 Blind tasted by our judging panel
No personal gear needed - we supply everything.

Prizes:
Cash, Brewista kettle, tote + tumbler, drip bag stand, plus a box of drip bag buddies.

Where & when:
Your Local Brew Bar & Roastery
173 Manukau Road, Pukekohe
Doors open 5:30pm | Competition starts 6:00pm

How to enter:
Grab a practice pack online (link in bio) or in-store at any café. Practise at home. Turn up on the night and brew.

Good coffee, pizza, and people.
This is where the road to the Grand Final begins.

02/02/2026

No in-house brand. No shared secrets.
We’re a dedicated contract manufacturer, who simply loves making your coffee and branding pop!

We produce single-serve coffee bags with fully custom packaging, now available from just 5,000 units. Your packaging can be used gradually throughout the year, making small runs practical without compromising on a premium, retail-ready finish.

Perfect for roasteries, cafés, collaborations, and limited releases. Small runs. Big brand energy!

DM us to start your custom run ☕️

Happy 2026 and we are back! Want to start the year with better coffee at home? We’ve got you covered. Our February cours...
21/01/2026

Happy 2026 and we are back!

Want to start the year with better coffee at home? We’ve got you covered. Our February course schedule is live, hands-on sessions for home baristas, home brewers and coffee geeks every weekend. Come join us and have some fun!

Off to the bach? Coffee away from home doesn’t need to be hard. Just add hot water. ☕️
11/01/2026

Off to the bach? Coffee away from home doesn’t need to be hard. Just add hot water. ☕️

What started as three friends with an idea is now NZ’s first specialised drip and steep bag manufacturer - plus a Coffee...
07/01/2026

What started as three friends with an idea is now NZ’s first specialised drip and steep bag manufacturer - plus a Coffee Academy, a brilliant new partner, and enough coffee (and friends) to keep us buzzing for years.

31/12/2025

2025, you were good to us. From humble beginnings to incredible partnerships, unforgettable moments and countless coffees shared with friends.

Our cup is full, thank you all for being part of the journey. ☕️

What an epic wrap up to our very first Drip Bag Championship Series.Huge thanks to everyone who made this happen. Our sp...
15/12/2025

What an epic wrap up to our very first Drip Bag Championship Series.

Huge thanks to everyone who made this happen. Our sponsors on the day, those who sponsored coffee through the preliminary rounds, our judges for their time and expertise, and the coffee community who backed this from day one.

The final delivered brewers who were calm, focused, and composed under pressure, serving up drinks that were innovative, thoughtful, and beautifully executed.

Congratulations to our winners!
Jo 🥉with 63.5 points
Liz took 🥈 and Most Creative with 64 points
Susan took🥇and Best Presentation with 65.5 points.

And yes, the grand prize was a trip to Yunnan during harvest.

This is only the beginning. Next year we take the competition on the road so more brewers can get involved.

Thank you for being part of our first chapter.

We’ve made it to the finals of the 2025 Drip Bag Brewers Championship. Five rounds down and eight finalists left standi...
07/12/2025

We’ve made it to the finals of the 2025 Drip Bag Brewers Championship. Five rounds down and eight finalists left standing.

Everyone competing has shown up and shown out. The final is where they put their brewing skills to the real test.

Two categories decide it:
Hot Brew – clean, balanced, consistent.
Signature Drink – creative, thoughtful, and built from a drip bag base.

Thank you to our sponsors for carrying this whole series:
First Cup for the venue and prizes,
Aoraki Coffee and Slow Coffee for the coffees,
Sttoke for the gear,
and Milklab for the oat and coconut milks.

Sunday 14 December
Bloc Cafe, Mt Eden.
3pm-6pm.

Eight finalists. One last round. Let’s finish strong.

Five roasters. One summer box.Vol. 3 brings together a lineup you won’t find anywhere else - five local favourites, each...
03/12/2025

Five roasters. One summer box.

Vol. 3 brings together a lineup you won’t find anywhere else - five local favourites, each dropping their pick for the season. All in steeped bags, all ready to brew wherever summer takes you.

Camping. Road trips. The bach.
Hot or cold, just steep and sip.

This is why we make the Seasonal Brew Box:
different roasters, different profiles, one place to try them all. No hunting, no guessing — just the best of Aotearoa in one hit.

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Grab yours through the link in our bio.

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