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The Eight Ounce Coffee Program

What is the Eight Ounce Coffee program?

At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, many small-batch coffee roasters came to us with a request to sell their beans on our website, no longer able to operate brick and mortar storefronts. As an established online retailer with internationa

How long do you keep coffee past the roast date?

The dedicated people of Eight Ounce's coffee program have determined the ideal window for whole-bean coffee to be 2-6 weeks from the coffee roast date. This conclusion came after a meticulous trial process to determine the peak consumable period of o

Can I return or exchange coffee?

As noted in Eight Ounce Coffee's return policy, we are unable to accept returns or exchanges for perishable items – such as coffee. If you discover a clear defect in your coffee (processing defects are often detected by earthy, potato-like odours), p

Do you taste every coffee that you carry?

When a roaster approaches us requesting to join our coffee program, we always ask for samples so our coffee team can determine if they are a right fit. If we have determined that the roaster hits all the notes expected in speciality coffee and fits i

Can I purchase pre-ground coffee?

Due to pre-established licensing agreements with our roasters, Eight Ounce Coffee is contractually unable to open the sealed bag and grind your coffee prior to shipment. We offer whole bean (roasted or green) coffee, instant coffee packets, and capsu

I am a roaster – how can I apply to the coffee program?

Coffee Roasters who are interested in joining our program can send their applications to [email protected]!