Sharp to mellow, fruity to nutty, coffee has a range of flavours across the board. There are so many factors that take part in creating the intricate taste that we all enjoy that two seemingly similar coffees can taste completely different. One variable to consider... READ MORE
Sharp to mellow, fruity to nutty, coffee has a range of flavours across the board. There are so many factors that take part in creating the intricate taste that we all enjoy... READ MORE
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Assistant Roastery Manager, Tim Cole helps manage the day-to-day operations at Canterbury Coffee's Richmond Roastery in BC. Tim began at Canterbury Coffee over a decade ago, working closely with Q-Grader and Roastmaster, John... READ MORE
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This year’s Pentair Everpure North American Golden Bean Awards saw over 800 entries, making the competition twice as fierce. This is one of the top coffee roaster competitions in North America. Originally... READ MORE
Canterbury Highlights
How can we tell that Fair Trade is successful and what’s the big secret to this program that is pivotal to it’s success and growth? The Fair Trade Basics – What is... READ MORE
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Now that we’ve jumped straight into 2017, we have some big resolutions in the works. Each one of these resolutions is part of an exciting plan for the New Year and looking... READ MORE
Canterbury Highlights
The Canadian Movember office in Toronto is buzzing with donations this month to help support some of the biggest health issues faced by men: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health and... READ MORE
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For as long as anyone can remember, soldiers have cherished a fresh, hot cup of coffee in camps and on the march. Their food wasn’t always gourmet and rations small, so having... READ MORE
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The Black Honey process is a drying process where part of the cherry remains on the bean and is covered while drying. The Honey name is a bit misleading because people tend... READ MORE
In The NewsOur Ethiopian Yirgacheffe is probably Canterbury's best kept secret. For two years in a row, this blend of organic espresso has brought home silver from the Golden Bean Awards. The reSIProcate line of... READ MORE
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Espresso is finicky. Every morning (and at the beginning of every shift) your espresso needs to be dialed in, a process that takes knowledge, experience, and some intuition. Start by knowing what... READ MORE
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As a specialty coffee professional, it’s difficult for me to stop by the bean shelf at an independent café or grocery store without cringing. This reflex is not a result of coffee... READ MORE
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Combining equal passion for roasted coffee production and filmmaking, Gábor Laczkó has provided some unprecedented views into various stages of the coffee’s seed-to-cup lifecycle — like when he put GoPro cameras inside... READ MORE
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If you have a daily coffee habit, here's something to buzz about: A new study finds those cups of joe may help boost longevity. "In our study, we found people who drank three to... READ MORE
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"I am never going to be able to do this effectively.” I’m sure that I didn’t inspire much confidence in my trainer when I said that, but I was genuinely daunted by... READ MORE
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The decision was unanimous among the sommeliers at Eleven Madison Park restaurant in New York. The perfect pairing for chef Daniel Humm’s signature honey and lavender roasted duck was the Water Golden Turtle. Notably,... READ MORE
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The presence and general shape of latte art have a profound impact on consumers’ collective perceptions of value and even taste, according to new research from British and Australian researchers that... READ MORE
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For U.S. coffee shops, business usually cools down as the weather heats up. But as the latest craze, cold brew coffee, moves from a hipster infatuation to mainstream staple, that traditional... READ MORE
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You are sitting on a patio during a heat wave, knocking back bottle after bottle of fantastic cold brewed coffee in an effort to stay refreshed and also focused on your... READ MORE
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"I don't have one. They're kind of expensive to use,” John Sylvan told me frankly, of Keurig K-Cups, the single-serve brewing pods that have fundamentally changed the coffee experience in recent... READ MORE
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Single-serve brewing machines have become so popular that fewer Canadians are buying old-fashioned drip coffee outside of their homes, according to market research firm NPD Group. But coffee shops needn’t worry... READ MORE
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As we enter a new exciting year, we thought it was time to ask what are the coffee predictions and what could we expect to see in 2018. In this blog, we... READ MORE
Canterbury Highlights
Assistant Roastery Manager, Tim Cole helps manage the day-to-day operations at Canterbury Coffee's Richmond Roastery in BC. Tim began at Canterbury Coffee over a decade ago, working closely with Q-Grader and Roastmaster, John... READ MORE
Canterbury Highlights
This year’s Pentair Everpure North American Golden Bean Awards saw over 800 entries, making the competition twice as fierce. This is one of the top coffee roaster competitions in North America. Originally... READ MORE
Canterbury Highlights
Now that we’ve jumped straight into 2017, we have some big resolutions in the works. Each one of these resolutions is part of an exciting plan for the New Year and looking... READ MORE
Canterbury Highlights
Our Ethiopian Yirgacheffe is probably Canterbury's best kept secret. For two years in a row, this blend of organic espresso has brought home silver from the Golden Bean Awards. The reSIProcate line of... READ MORE
Canterbury Highlights
Today marks the 20th anniversary of National Aboriginal day, which was first established in 1996. National Aboriginal Day is held every year on June 21st to coincide with the summer solstice, a... READ MORE
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Inspired by OneCoffee’s organic, fair trade and 99% biodegradable* Keurig-compatible pods, 10 honourees celebrate More OK moments in history—moments when everyday things evolved into something slightly better. Take for example the bendy... READ MORE
Canterbury HighlightsSince 1991, Canterbury has been roasting high-quality coffee that is Fairtrade certified. We believe that coffee producers should make their own decisions, control their futures and lead the dignified life everyone deserves.... READ MORE
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Since day one, Canterbury has been delivering high-quality service to people and ideas in the coffee industry. In 1981, we started as a micro roaster in Richmond, BC and only roasted 100% Arabica coffees –... READ MORE
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Here at Canterbury, we’re very proud of our reSIProcate coffee for many reasons. Each one is made with only 100% Arabica beans, and is certified organic and fair trade. The result is... READ MORE
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Cold brew is a luxurious drink known for its smooth acidity, and surprisingly easy recipe. We’re sharing some tips to help you brew great cold brew, every time. Find the right... READ MORE
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With spring on the horizon, we have found some tasty and innovative beverages for you to try. Looking at emerging and popular trends in the industry, as well as some offbeat ideas,... READ MORE
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As we enter a new exciting year, we thought it was time to ask what are the coffee predictions and what could we expect to see in 2018. In this blog, we... READ MORE
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Coffee particles and oil can coat your hopper, burrs, and chamber. As the oils coat the inside of your grinder, they get old and will start to give your espresso an unpleasant... READ MORE
Seasonal Trends
5 Easy Lemonade Recipes to Freshen Up the End of Patio Season. Lemonade is such a great base flavour that you can do almost anything with it. We’ve introduced a new... READ MORE
Seasonal Trends
Your Complete Guide to Summer Drinks. Having a summer menu is a must for most restaurants and cafes. The hot weather means people are looking for new refreshing drinks. Additionally, having a... READ MORE
Seasonal Trends
A New Way to Think About Green Coffee. Coffee typically has a rich, roasted flavour profile, so we sometimes forget that it comes from the seed of a fruit similar to... READ MORE
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We tried the ParticipAction 150 Play List challenge – here’s what happened! After a spectacular display of knuckle hops by our Sales Manager, the staff at Canterbury have successfully taken part in... READ MORE
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Here's what you missed in Part 1: We sat down with Graham, our Western Regional Sales Manager to ask him everything about Cold Brew and how it compares to Iced Coffee. We... READ MORE
Seasonal Trends
Lately, Cold Brew coffee has generated a lot of questions for our sales team. What is it, how is it different than Iced Coffee, how do the margins compare between the two,... READ MORE
Seasonal Trends