We are thrilled to announce that our 2024 Oak Barrel Aged Poaquil is now available– now in its third edition, and better than ever! This limited-release promises to deliver a one-of-a-kind experience that will captivate your senses and leave a lasting impression. It features Natural processed, Bourbon varietal beans from Poaquil, Guatemala—our longest high-impact coffee relationship, and an embodiment of our Ethos to make a difference through coffee. They have been aged to perfection for the past four months in a handcrafted American Oak Barrel that previously held the best "Riskey Single Barrel Aged" Rum from Lugo’s Craft Distillery. Lugo's is a Lakeland-based, family-run distillery that shares our passion for quality and craftsmanship, and this third year of partnership has resulted in a coffee bursting with the complexity and sweetness that only a seasoned oak barrel can provide—its golden hue and intoxicating aroma is evident even before the beans are roasted! As you brew and taste it, expect strong hints of stone fruits and a sweetness that lingers beautifully on the palate. It’s festive, yet undeniably refined – perfect for those looking for something exotically fruit-forward, sweet, and memorable. We'll be offering this coffee in all sizes this year —including 5 lb bags for those who want to stock up and savor this exclusive batch a little longer (this one is after all, a labor of love for you, the fans!) and roasting it on our regular schedule, every other day on weekdays—until the barrel is empty! We hope you’ll get a chance to enjoy it, and we hope it will steal the show at all your gatherings.
In other news, for all our locals —or those willing to travel—, we have just announced dates for our brand new 2025 Immersion Experience at the roastery! During this immersive event, you'll enjoy a sample roasting demonstration, learn more about the art and science of coffee, get some hands-on experience with Immersion Brewing, and end your afternoon with an exclusive tasting of 5 different coffees, while discussing their unique flavor profiles and origins. You will also take home a lot more than memories—you’ll leave with your own brand new French Press and a bag of freshly roasted coffee to continue your coffee journey and perfect your craft! Each date is limited to 10 participants (18 or older) so we can provide you all with the absolute best experience possible —and it also makes a great gift for those who seem to have it all! (they’ve definitely haven’t done this before!).
You can also look forward to even more surprises in November, as we welcome back Red Swan (Holiday Blend), and all our Holiday gift bundles and specials! We are so grateful for you, our Ethos family, and look forward to Brewing Greatness, and creating some new amazing coffee memories with you this Holiday season,
💛 Jolian & Lisbeth
P.S. In case you missed it, our new “Mirasol” Honey from Nicaragua launched a few weeks ago, and is a unique Marsellesa varietal featuring sweet caramel and red apple notes over a comfortingly nutty profile—one also worth considering on your next order! 😉