High-Quality Specialty Coffee Beans

What are specialty coffee beans?

• Specialty coffee beans are graded 80+ points on the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) scale.
• Sourced from top coffee farms, ensuring high quality and unique regional characteristics.
• Freshly roasted in small batches to preserve complex flavours​.

What are the best specialty whole bean coffee options?

Coffee Factory offers a selection of specialty whole coffee beans, including:

• Brazil São Lucas – Smooth, low acidity, with dark chocolate and nutty notes.
• El Salvador Bosque Lya – Bright acidity with caramel and citrus flavours.
• Uganda Buzira – Stonefruit aromatics, red apple sweetness, and brown sugar complexity.

Each selection is ethically sourced and expertly roasted.

How does specialty coffee differ from regular coffee?

• Grown at high altitudes, allowing for better flavour development.
• Carefully processed and hand-sorted to remove defects.
• More traceability – You know exactly where your coffee comes from​.

Unlike commodity coffee, specialty coffee prioritizes quality, sustainability, and unique flavour profiles.

Is specialty coffee ethically sourced?

Yes! Coffee Factory is committed to direct trade partnerships with coffee farmers. We ensure:

• Fair wages and sustainable farming practices.
• 100% traceability – We know exactly where our beans come from.
• Support for smallholder farmers and cooperatives​.

What’s the best way to brew specialty coffee beans?

• Espresso – Works best with Brazilian and Colombian single origins for a rich crema.
• Pour-over & filter – Highlights bright, fruity notes in Ethiopian or Salvadoran coffee.
• French press – Brings out the body and sweetness in African and Latin American coffees​.

All our specialty beans are available in whole bean form, ensuring optimal freshness.

How fresh is your specialty whole bean coffee?

Roasted weekly in small batches to maintain peak flavour.

• Packed in airtight, recyclable bags to preserve freshness.
• Each bag includes a roast date, so you always get fresh coffee​.

Should I buy whole bean or pre-ground specialty coffee?

• Whole bean coffee stays fresher for longer and allows for grinding based on your brew method.
• Pre-ground coffee is more convenient but loses flavour more quickly.

For the best flavour, we recommend grinding your beans just before brewing​.

Can I subscribe to receive specialty coffee regularly?

Yes! Our specialty coffee subscription ensures fresh beans delivered to your door. Benefits include:

• Curated specialty selections from top farms.
• Flexible delivery options (weekly, biweekly, or monthly).
• Free UK shipping on subscriptions over £25​.

How should I store specialty coffee beans?

• Keep them in an airtight container, away from heat and moisture.
• Store in a cool, dark place (avoid the fridge or freezer).
• Grind only what you need before brewing​.

Can I gift specialty coffee beans?

Yes! Our specialty coffee gift boxes make the perfect present. Options include:

• Tasters Box – A curated selection of high-quality specialty beans.
• Roasters Club Subscription – Monthly deliveries of premium specialty coffee.
• Custom gift sets with traceable, single-origin beans​.