This is a modern interpretation of the world's original coffee blend, combining Ethiopian Yirgacheffe with estate-grown Java coffee. The Ethiopia Yirgacheffe contributes light, fruity and floral characteristics reminiscent of the classic Yemeni coffees, while the Java component adds rich, nutty depth. The blend is washed processed and features tasting notes of brown sugar and candied lemon with a full body. The cultivars are Heirloom and Typica.
Brio Coffeeworks was founded in mid 2014 by Nate and Magdalena Van Dusen and operates as a woman owned specialty roastery in Burlington, Vermont's South End Arts District. The team roasts on a Diedrich IR 12 and follows a roast to order model, shipping or hand delivering within one to two days of production Monday through Friday. Sourcing focuses on small farms through ethical partnerships aligned with sustainability and low impact farming practices. The business is primarily wholesale focused, supplying cafés, restaurants, specialty markets, and co ops, and also serves as an authorised dealer for La Marzocco, Fetco, Mazzer, and Mahlkonig equipment with barista training to Barista Guild of America standards.
