05/18/2026
Hey everyone—some exciting things happening over here at Hess Family Roasters!
First, we just got our hands on a larger capacity professional coffee roaster, which means we’ll be able to keep up with bigger orders and dial in our roast profiles even better. We’re now measuring bean temp directly, so expect even more consistency in every batch.
Secondly, we’re rolling out something new: a biweekly subscription roast. This is designed to keep things simple and affordable for our regulars. We’ll feature the same coffee every two weeks: Costa Rica La Amistad—a honey processed, organic-certified coffee that’s smooth, clean, and super easy to drink. If you’re looking for a go-to daily coffee, this is a phenomenal cup.
Price will be $15 per bag. Let us know if you want in!
**Next roast date is May 30 for Costa Rica.
Third, We’re still doing our weekly roasts at regular price, $16 per bag. We will now start rotating through a list to make things more predictable. We’ll share a preview of what’s coming up over the next few weeks so you can see what's upcoming. This list may shift a bit as new coffees come in, but the goal is to keep a solid lineup of favorites available. Please let us know what your favorites are and we will try to include them!
This weekend we’re roasting Indonesia Java—low acidity, full body, and those classic earthy, chocolatey, slightly spicy notes. Great for espresso or anyone who likes a richer cup.
Upcoming rotation:
Java (med/dark)
Ethiopia Guji (light)
Colombia (medium)
Peru (med/dark)
Guatemala (med/light)
Bali Blue Moon (med/dark)
Nicaragua (medium)
Ethiopia Sidama (light)
Sumatra (dark)
Honduras (med/light)
Finally, thank you all for your continued support—it truly means a lot to us. We love roasting for you and look forward to bringing you even more great coffee.
Paul