Journal
News from the roastery
Roastery updates, new bean releases, cupping events and the odd bit of press — straight from the team.
Café SetupSep 9, 2026
Choosing Your Café Model: Take-Away, Patio, or Specialty?
Take-away, patio, or specialty café? Compare cost, space needs, and target customers to pick the right model before you start building out your shop.
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OEM PackagingSep 9, 2026
Choosing Packaging for OEM Coffee: Keep the Aroma, Build the Brand
A practical guide to OEM coffee packaging: moisture and oxygen barriers, degassing valves, choosing the right pouch format, and label layout when launching your own brand.
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B2B RoastingSep 6, 2026
Working With a B2B Coffee Roaster: From Sample Roast to Full Production Orders
Working with a B2B coffee roaster: from sample roasting and cupping to locking in a full production order — a step-by-step guide for cafes and F&B brands.
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RetailSep 5, 2026
How to Tell Pure Coffee From Coffee Cut With Soybean or Corn
How to spot pure roasted ground coffee by color, smell, taste, and label — and avoid coffee cut with soybean, corn, or additives.
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EquipmentSep 5, 2026
How to Choose a Coffee Grinder for a New Coffee Shop
Choosing a coffee grinder for a new shop: burr type, peak-hour capacity, grind adjustment and budget — practical advice from EPIC.
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Barista TrainingSep 3, 2026
Phin, Espresso, and Beginner Latte Art: Where New Baristas Should Start
Should you learn phin, espresso, or latte art first? A practical order for beginners learning phin brewing, espresso basics, and latte art.
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Café SetupSep 3, 2026
Budgeting to Open a Coffee Shop: What to Plan For Before You Start
A practical breakdown of every cost category to budget for when opening a coffee shop — from lease deposits to equipment and working capital reserves.
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Bean ReleaseSep 1, 2026
Khoảnh Khắc Tại EPIC & 4 Lô Cà Phê Đặc Sản Mới Về Kho
Xem lại khoảnh khắc tại quán EPIC (49 Ngô Thời Nhiệm) và khám phá 4 lô cà phê đặc sản mới về: Kenya, Peru Gesha, Colombia Anaerobic và Ethiopia Yirgacheffe.
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OEM PackagingSep 1, 2026
OEM Coffee Ordering Process, Step by Step, for New Coffee Brands
The full OEM coffee ordering process, step by step — from sample roasting and MOQ to packaging and delivery, for brands launching their own line.
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B2B RoastingSep 1, 2026
Why Custom B2B Roasting Beats Buying Pre-Roasted Coffee
Pre-roasted coffee vs. custom B2B roasting: how private roast profiles give cafes and F&B chains more control, consistency, and a flavor identity.
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RetailAug 30, 2026
How to Store Coffee at Home So It Stays Fresh Longer
How to store coffee at home correctly to keep its aroma fresh longer: use an airtight container, avoid light, heat, and excess moisture.
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EquipmentAug 30, 2026
How to Choose the Right Espresso Machine for Your Café’s Size
Picking an espresso machine isn’t just about price — your café’s size, daily cup volume, and running budget matter more. Practical guidance from EPIC.
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Barista TrainingAug 30, 2026
A Beginner’s Roadmap to Learning Barista Skills
A beginner barista roadmap: coffee fundamentals, espresso machine skills, and latte art, broken into clear, practical training stages you can start today.
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EquipmentAug 30, 2026
Buy, Rent, or Repair: How to Choose a Coffee Machine
Should you buy new, rent, or just repair your current machine? Practical guidance for choosing a coffee machine that fits your shop’s scale and budget.
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Café SetupAug 30, 2026
From Street Stall to a Real Café: Setting Up a Coffee Shop the Right Way
Starting from a street stall? Here’s what to have in place first, and when it’s time to expand — practical café setup experience.
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B2B RoastingAug 30, 2026
What Is a Private Roast Profile?
What a private roast profile is, how the process works, and why more cafés are choosing it over off-the-shelf roasted coffee.
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RetailAug 27, 2026
How to Choose Roasted Coffee for Your Taste: Dark, Light, Arabica or Robusta?
A practical guide to roast levels, Arabica vs Robusta, and how to pick the roasted coffee that actually matches your taste.
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Coffee OriginsAug 27, 2026
Robusta Honey from Bảo Lộc: Origin and Bean Profile of a Signature Honey-Processed Coffee
Discover how Bảo Lộc’s highlands and the honey-processing method give EPIC Roastery’s Robusta Honey its caramel, chocolate and fruity sweetness — a true signature cup.
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Coffee OriginsAug 21, 2026
Lâm Đồng Arabica Coffee: Bright, Delicate Notes from Vietnam’s Highlands
Grown above 1000m in Lâm Đồng and washed-processed, this Arabica delivers bright acidity and a complex, layered aroma.
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Coffee OriginsAug 21, 2026
Bảo Lộc Robusta Natural Coffee: A Highland Classic
Discover Bảo Lộc’s growing region and how Natural processing shapes this bold, naturally sweet Robusta.
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