Java Blend Coffee Roasters

Coffee beans from Brazil and Ethiopia come together to make our K2 Espresso. Serving everyday on our espresso bar, this coffee has built itself quite the reputation. Have you tried it yet? Let us know in the comments what you think of it!

A little piece of history sitting here in our warehouse. Should we bring this over to display at the cafe?

Lovely 🥰

K2 espresso all day everyday on bar. Brazil and Ethiopia Guji makes for such a good blend. Come grab a latte and taste for yourself! 😋

Decafs are back in stock! Darkside Decaf, Swiss Water Process, and Sugar Cane Decaf all available!

Finding quiet moments.

Remember to bring those punch cards in for your free stuffs! But 10 bags of coffee get 1 free! At the cafe only!

So many choices for coffee lovers here at Java Blend. We have single origins, blends, light, medium, dark roasts, multiple decaf options, and limited microlots. All roasted super fresh everyday of the week. At our cafe on North Street we have 1/2lbs, 1lb, and 5lbs bags available and we can grind it for you on the spot too.

Also, don’t forget our punch cards where every 10 pounds purchased you get a free pound of our choice. It’s also good for drip coffee and specialty drinks where every 9 gets your 10th free!

Lastly! Don’t forget that you can bring your own container! We will give you a discount for bringing in a reusable container for your coffee needs!

See you soon!

Fredy Ochoa is a passionate coffee farmer located in a picturesque village called Santa Lucia. Fredy grew up on his farm with this family who dedicated themselves to agriculture. They farmed maize, beans, and other vegetables. In 2012 Fredy inherited a portion of the farm and began planting 200 coffee plants. Slowly, he kept planting more over the years.

As of 2024, his farm is 3.5 acres and 95% of the production is for specialty coffee. He keeps 5% of the coffee to roast and sell locally himself.

The income Fredy has received from his coffee allowed him to improve his drying area and expand his house a bit. He uses part of his terrace for African drying beds, allowing him to control the quality and make most of the sunlight.

You can find Finca Los Ochoa at our North Street Cafe. It is a washed process ruiru 11 varietal with a floral aroma, complex citric flavours and a lasting juicy body.

Visiting was a highlight of our origin trip to Honduras. Hearing about their model Finca being used to train other farms, how Bryan is experimenting with his anaerobic fermentation and producing such great tasting coffees. His family’s hospitality and kindness meant we just had to bring their coffee to the people of Halifax.

New coffee just landed in Halifax all the way from Bryan Adolfo Bautista’s farm in Márcala, Honduras. We were fortunate enough to visit Bryan and his family in March. His hospitality, kindness, and focus on sustainable practices on his farm made it a no brainer to select his coffee.

The coffee we have imported is a naturally processed catuai. During sampling at the cupping lab in Honduras we got notes of tamarind and pineapple with bright acidity and balanced body.

Over the next few days we will be roasting this coffee and making it available to you! We have lots of pictures to share which will show why we chose to bring this coffee to Halifax!

Stay tuned!

❤️☕️Java Blend Union Update☕️❤️

 
We are pleased to share that the unfair labour practice complaint and the boycott have been withdrawn.

In response to the complaint filed on January 31st, we had provided the union all our financials as well as working documents outlining our objective criteria for the layoffs. We have agreed on a settlement last night and we will approach bargaining with the same transparency. We are looking forward to continuing to work with the union and the employees in good faith to reach a collective agreement.

Thank you to all who have supported us in different ways over the past difficult years and we look forward to continuing in providing excellent coffees and service!

Iced drinks on the menu at the cafes!
Ice Chai Latte - try it with oat milk and a shot of espresso!
Iced Latte - ask for a quad shot if you want more coffee!
Iced Bella Coola Lemonade - A predominant orange character with the lovely sweetness of pineapple mixed with some chilled lemonade

Cold drinks in the fridge!

Irish Cream Latte to warm you up on this dreary day!

Our cafés are an important part of Java Blend.

In a story that is unfortunately not unique in the food and beverage industry, we have struggled since March 2020. It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of our decision to lay off a number of our staff.

We have made every effort to prioritize keeping our doors open, lights turned on, and our staff working as long as possible.

This decision was not made lightly, but ultimately was the only way to avoid closing our café doors permanently.

We would like to thank our staff who have worked hard with us. They have been on the front line of our business, greeting, connecting wth, and serving our customers day in and day out. So much of Java Blend’s successes can be credited to them.

Although we have attempted to ease their transition by offering twice the amount of pay in lieu of notice required by the Nova Scotia Labour Code and have extended benefit plans until the end of February, we know this was difficult news to receive.

The café will be closed tomorrow (January 24th) so we can remain available to the staff affected.

We’d like to thank our customers for their continued support over the years, and we hope to continue serving you in a sustainable way.

Starting Thursday, January 25th, we will resume regular operations at the café with slight changes to our hours. We look forward to greeting you during our new hours.

New Hours:
Mon-Fri 6:30am - 4:30pm
Sat-Sun 7:30am - 4:00pm

Weekend lattes are such a comfort.

From the Apenaca-Ilamatepec region of El Salvador, the farm of Las Laderas is named due to its naturally slopy terrain, translating into “The Hillside.” Las Laderas has been owned by the same family for three generations, going back to 1930.

This coffee is a Honey Processed Pacamara varietal and is available in very limited quantities at Java Blend Coffee. There are 10 bags available online, 11 bags at 6027 North Street, and 2 bags at 5146 Sackville Street. Enjoy!

Costa Rica Red Gold: 50% Black Honey and 50% Natural processed coffee from Hacienda Sonora, Central Valley, Costa Rica. Tasting notes of Strawberries, Figs, and Hibiscus. Sweet and Syrupy!

Colombia up close and Aztec (Honduras) in the background. Together they make up one of the most popular blends: Fog City.

Keep up with your little ones on Christmas morning with our delicious Holiday Blend🎄☕️ Order online for one less stop during this busy time of year 🚐📦

25% off all coffee beans starting Friday 24th to Sunday 26th. This offer is available at our cafes at 6027 North Street and 5146 Sackville Street as well as our online store!

Treat yourself! Come see us for a delicious pastry and coffee! 😍

Morning Rituals 😋

Someone’s in my coffee cellar, someone with a fresh roast! The NecronomiCoffee, a medium roast blend of Mexico Chiapas, Honduras La Paz and Sumatra Mandheling that had a touch of darkness creeping in.

Thanksgiving Monday 8am-3pm
Open regular hours Saturday and Sunday!

We have beans by the pound tucked away downtown Halifax on Sackville Street. All your favourites are here and we can grind them for you too! Come visit us in the Maple Building!

Exceptional coffee at your fingertips! We take pride in creating a coffee for everyone. Freshly roasted everyday and delivered to you 5 days a week! Join the ranks of businesses who enjoy the perks of delicious coffee. Let’s connect and explore how we can bring Java Blend to your cafe, restaurant, or anywhere you want!

Game Changer Blend in support of made with natural Ethiopian Guji and Brazil for blackberry, milk chocolate and floral tasting notes.

⭐️Introducing our Bold and Rich Dark Roast Coffee Bundle! ⭐️

This bundle is full of bold and intense richness guaranteed to satisfy coffee lovers who want a kick in their cup.

🔥 Experience the deep chocolate undertones of Aztec.
🌿 Dive into the earthy and full-bodied notes of Sumatra.
🌟 Awaken your taste buds with the bold richness of Northender.
🌄 Embrace the smoky aroma and robust flavor of French Roast.
☕️ Enjoy the delectable darkside experience with our Darkside Decaf.

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