Star of the North is a light roast blend from Spyhouse Coffee Roasters designed to bridge the gap between their blends and single origin offerings. This coffee features a smooth, soft, and balanced texture with elegant brightness despite light acidity. It has a crisp, citrusy aroma with distinct notes of orange, cranberry, and currant, complemented by milder tones of butter croissant and rye bread. The blend highlights familiar profiles and flavors from favorite origins while maintaining the Spyhouse identity.
Christian Johnson founded Spyhouse Coffee Roasters in 2000 in Minneapolis, and the company became a farm to cup operation in 2013 when it opened a dedicated roasting facility in the city's Northeast arts district. Spyhouse has earned two Good Food Awards, for its Juan Domingo from Guatemala and Dimtu Tero from Ethiopia, and its staff are active across Specialty Coffee Association events and the Barista Guild Executive Council. The roastery was acquired by FairWave Coffee Collective in 2021, expanding its reach while maintaining the sourcing and roasting standards that built its reputation in the Twin Cities over more than two decades.
