Our Process
Crafting Exceptional Coffee Experiences
Quality coffee is only achieved by taking special care along every step of the journey from seed to berry, bean to cup.
Smoking Gun was created out of passion and interest in coffee, and has grown into something completely unexpected. We are committed to telling the story of coffee from around the world by roasting it in a way that allows the coffee to express its unique flavour profile, and differentiate itself from other types of beans and origins. Small batch roasting allows us to ensure quality, freshness, and frequent rotation.
We are highly passionate about developing community, collaboration and, of course, great coffee.
Where our Coffee Comes From
Smoking Gun works with several importers who ensure fair and equitable trade with coffee producers around the world, with a focus on eliminating poverty at origin. We source traceable coffee from small farmers, and utilize direct trade relationships between farmers and suppliers used. This ensures that farming practices and ethics are observed, coffee pricing is fair and cooperative and investment into the development of small farms is made.
Sustainably Sourced
We work with small-hold farmers with a focus on fair and equitable trade, community development, and sustainability in the trade relationships from farm to cup. Environmental stewardship and sustainability are at the core of all our decision making. We hope to continue developing earth positivity and reduce our negative impacts on the earth where we live, work, and play.
Carefully Roasted
Regular, small-batch roasting to develop and accentuate intrinsic flavours and profiles. We want to help tell the story of coffees from around the world and highlight what makes them special.
But First, People
The guiding principle of Smoking Gun Coffee is to put people first. From our staff, to our farmers to our wholesale partners, we approach everything with a human-first mentality. We believe in equality, inclusivity and respect for all. We go the extra mile to take of our partners and we know when it's time to take of ourselves and our team. We love creating relationships with all of y'all.