Café Velvet

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Velvet Coffee is at !

We’ve directly sourced these green coffees - in the literal sense that we met the producer personally and shipped directly from our Colombian operations. And now, they are available at Home Barista Belgium’s website!

Grab samples from renowned coffee producers such as Nestor Lasso's Bourbon Sidra Washed, Bourbon Decaf, and Ombligon Natural, as well as Diego Samuel Bermudez’ funky MF-360 and boozy lychee - coffees that have taken the competition world by storm. Take the first step to becoming an award winning roaster!

This collaboration has been an exciting one. Get a sample bag of these amazing green coffees at their website: homebarista.be, or send us a DM.

Velvet Coffee goes to London!

Though a short trip, we made the most out of our weekend trip to London by catching up with the family and checking out the London coffee scene.

We had the pleasure of getting an excellent repair service of our Ikawa Pro x 100 and touring the headquarters and visiting some London-based roasters such as . We also had some much needed discussion with our partner, Claire of .

The rain followed us in London but that didn't stop us from enjoying the weekend. Till next time!

Velvet Coffee is coming to World of Coffee 2024 in Copenhagen as a guest roaster in 's booth!

Catch us showcasing the Nucleus Link sample roaster and bringing to life our finest Colombian beans sourced from fincas including the renowned Finca Diviso. 🇨🇴🏆

Mark the date of our guest appearance:
Dates: June 28-29
Time: 2pm

Can't wait to see you there and share a cup (or two) of our specially roasted coffees!

Brewing on the cutting edge!

One of the more exciting aspects of running a coffee business is discovering innovations like this. Sample roasting is an art and a science that we have fully embraced at Velvet Coffee. And today, we're comparing results between the Ikawa Pro and the Nucleus link 🌟 ☕️🔬

We roasted Zarza Pacamara for filter, uncovering intriguing insights with identical Maillard reactions and development times. Yet, the variance in end temperatures unveils a fascinating 13% and 14% weight loss, respectively. 🌈

We'll be doing a tasting of each sample roast next, delving into grind sizes and using the Sibarist filter paper, exploring every nuance these incredible coffees have to offer. 🎉

Stay tuned for the next chapter as we aim for a perfect 11% and 12% weight loss in our upcoming sample roast! 🚀☕️

During our recent trip to Colombia, we've handpicked an array of exquisite beans and today, we're bringing out the Nucleus Link for some sample roasting ☕️

It's time to unleash the magic of these incredible finds! We're using 24th World Barista Champion @‌martinwoelfl_mw 's cutting-edge Nucleus Link for a series of sample roasts that promise to captivate and enchant. This innovative tool is helping us unlock the fullest potential of each bean, ensuring we bring nothing but unparalleled flavor to your cup. 🔬🌱

Stay tuned as we explore these delicious samples and craft new special selections that will soon make their way to you. Expect nothing less than extraordinary as we continue to celebrate and share the rich coffee culture of Colombia with the world. 🌎❤️

👀 Keep an eye on us for updates coz the best is yet to come!

🌟 What a Saturday treat!

We welcomed the incredible into our space at and joined the ranks as stop number 5 on his legendary coffee tour.

We enjoyed watching him weave his magic, introducing the world of specialty coffee ☕️ to a curious crowd. It's inspiring to know that there are people like him who is working hard to make specialty coffee accessible and visible to those who would otherwise not have known about it.

Kudos to him for spreading the love for coffee far and wide! 👏

Had a lovely cupping session with old friends from . We cupped a tasty selection of samples we brought from our trip to the amazing fincas of Sebastian Ramirez, Wilton Benitez, and Nestor Lasso.

So nice that after all these years of cupping together, we notice that our conversations always get more technical and industry related. Thanks for today’s super interesting cupping and for being such good coffee buddies 🥰☕️

From Brussels, Belgium to Bruselas, Huila. 🌍☕ It never fails to amaze how coffee can bring people together from all over the world.

Did you know? Bruselas, Huila wasn't always known by its current name. It earned its moniker from the lush swamps much like those around Brussels. A niece of the mayor, inspired during her studies in the Belgian capital, saw the resemblance in her homeland's landscape upon her return. Moved by the beauty of both places, she suggested the name change to ‘Bruselas,’ etching a bond between two distant lands. A bond that we Velvet Coffee share 🇨🇴❤️🇧🇪

We had the privilege of visiting Finca El Diviso by the Lasso Family last Wednesday.

And they show no sign of stopping. Currently, the construction of their new five-storey building La Planta is underway. Here’s to the well-deserved success of this amazing finca!

‌Shop our website for these amazing coffees: www.cafevelvet.co or come to our shop Voort X Velvet, rue Dansaert 54, 1000 Brussels.

Cupping session with and - quite liking the coffees from Jericó, Antioquía. Jumping in as well is , always a pleasure meeting old members of our team!

.guy sipping on the Esmeralda “relaxing 🌿 herby Swiss BiHemp” by .bermudeztapia. Thx a million for stepping by and thx to for inviting and for being a super partner

This is outstanding:
Today's post for your checking (posting it here so i can try to post it today): Coming soon!
A new coffee from the innovative mind of Diego Samuel Bermudez (.bermudeztapia ).

Diego and his Finca El Paraiso ( ) is a hotbed of coffee innovation. From the onset, Diego’s approach to coffee went beyond traditional route. Diego started his coffee innovation journey in 2008, inspired by his family's ethos of "Pasión y Tesón" (passion and perseverance).

No one in his family had a coffee background, but alongside his brother Alexander Bermúdez and cousin Cristian Zúñiga, they ventured into a regional coffee competition in 2015 — clinching the first place and catapulting them into the realm of specialty coffee. He has won multiple awards since, including several Cup of Excellence awards and SCA accolades as well as national quality competiitons. His

Finca El Paraiso: Situated in the humid climate of Cauca, Colombia, and blessed with the nurturing Pacific winds, Finca El Paraiso stands as a testament to innovation in coffee processing. Diego, alongside his family, propels Indestec (Innovación y Desarrollo Tecnológico para la Caficultura), focusing on the development of groundbreaking technologies to enhance coffee cup profiles consistently. At the heart of Finca El Paraiso, Diego cultivates an exquisite variety of coffee beans including Bourbon, Laurina, Gesha, Castillo, and Colombia, with plans to explore more. The hallmark of their process lies in meticulously controlled fermentation, yielding a stable quality across harvests. From anaerobic fermentation in custom-designed tanks to precise temperature-controlled washes, every step is fine-tuned for perfection. This blend of tradition, innovation, and family collaboration has positioned Finca El Paraiso on the map as a home to extraordinary coffee, embodying the true spirit of Colombian coffee excellence.

Diego Samuel Bermudez is now a name synonymous with “innovation”...and we can’t wait to show you the next coffee born from his innovative hands!

coffee bean vs standard coffee bean

The shape and size of ombligon beans can be attributed to the fact that their coffee cherries are larger and, from its name, belly button shaped.

Inside this odd-shaped and rare coffee variety is taste that is altogether out of this world. Stay tuned as we show you how to prepare this exquisite coffee!

Did you know that bees play a crucial role in the life cycle of your favorite coffee?🐝

Just like each delicate flower of the coffee plant needs bees for pollination, every richly flavored cup of coffee owes a nod to the hardworking farmers who cultivate these crops. At Velvet Coffee, we take the concept of direct trade to heart, ensuring these unsung heroes are fairly compensated for their invaluable work.

It might not be the easiest path, but it’s our promise to foster fairness, respect, and quality in every cup - and every sip of coffee reminds us why it's worth every effort.

Cafe Velvet was a beautiful and successful business adventure. And like all adventures, it must come to an end to pave for a new one. Velvet Coffee continues its presence and heart in Colombia - but now, we’re unto bigger and grander adventures!

Cafe Velvet fue una hermosa y exitosa aventura empresarial. Y como todas las aventuras, debe llegar a su fin para dar paso a una nueva. Velvet Coffee continúa su presencia y corazón en Colombia, pero ahora, ¡estamos en camino a aventuras más grandes y grandiosas!

Say Hi to Eva Luna! ☕💌

As the sun rises, our shop starts pulsating with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, thanks to our incredible barista. Eva Luna crafts not only an unforgettable coffee each time, but she also curates a luxurious, warm atmosphere at VoortxVelvet. She's the sunshine that befriends the aroma of coffee and leather, breathing life into our boutique. Next time you're here, do share a conversation with her over your coffee. Her charm is as inviting as her brew! ✨💖

Beans, Roast, and Passionate Dedication ☕🔥

A glimpse behind the scenes at our roastery - where every day is a quest for the perfect roast!

Here, ideas transform into luscious sips and creativity grinds with dedication. Everyone is working tirelessly, refining and pushing boundaries to create roasts that elevate your coffee experience. Come, taste the results of our hard work and creative enthusiasm.💡⏳

What is better than the smell of coffee and leather? ☕🧡🌞

The answer is waiting for you inside VoortxVelvet!

As the sun pours down on Rue Dansaert, inside our café, the rich notes of coffee and leather are playing a harmonious tune. Why not join in?

Bask in the sunshine, step into our radiant oasis, and allow yourself the sublime pleasure of unravelling the extraordinary with us. Indeed, there is nothing better.✨

Brussels might be unfolding into snow, but here at VoortxVelvet, the doors remain open. We're still serving, still brewing, and still welcoming you into our toasty embrace. Venture out of the cold and into the inviting ambience of our rich coffee and great fashion. Here, the ambiance is snug, and the welcome is as warm as ever. So, swap your snow boots for coffee mugs, and let's toast to soulful winter days!🧤🌨️🤗

No snow too deep, no road too steep!🌨️🏔️☕️

Not a single snowflake has the power to keep us from delivering your favorite Velvet Coffee. While Brussels dazzles in its winter wonderland, our roasting operations continue. No matter the weather, we roast and we deliver. So sit back, watch the snowfall, and anticipate the knock on your door that signals the arrival of your beloved coffee.

With Velvet Coffee, every season is a coffee season. 🌦️💓☃️

Not all heroes wear capes, some wield the coffee tamper instead! Behind a good cup of coffee is a great team, and we prove it daily at Cafe Velvet, Medellin. They pour dedication into every cup, and their commitment infuses each coffee with a special flair that's unbeatably Velvet.

From cherishing each bean to pouring the perfect brew, our relentless pursuit of excellence adorns every cup you sip. Here's to our unsung heroes that master the art of brewing joy! 🌈🌟

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Coffee to go! But darling, where’s the fun in a rush?

Drop by VoortxVelvet and take your time. In this space, we turn take-aways into passionate escapades. Stroll through our high-fashion Voort Studio meet-cutes with the aromatic ambiance of Velvet Coffee. Lose and find yourself right here at Rue Dansaert! 🖤🤍

Es un hermoso día para tomar café!

It's a beautiful day for coffee! Start your day sipping on the sparkling symphony of Colombian bean magic at Café Velvet, nestled in the heart of vibrant Medellin.

Our doors swing open to the rhythm of a day steeped in warmth, art, and the rich notes of coffee love. 🌷🌈

Chocó is not typically known for coffee. Marred by guerilla conflict and economic instability, this little department in Colombia carried the weight of unrest for years.

But look at the natural beauty of this region - from rainforests to coastal landscapes. A testament of resilience, coffee producers such as Berenice Taborda from the finca, La Playa, produces these exquisite beans from her own historic land. We at Velvet Coffee work directly with these local producers to support not only their flavourful coffee beans but also the resilence that makes this possible.

Turn adversity into the finest coffee experience with Chocó coffee in our Fuerza bags - available at VoortxVelvet and Cafe Velvet.

New year, new store. But same ol' us.

We've been in the coffee industry for years and every year, there is something new to look forward to, another discovery to learn, a new tasty coffee innovation to savour. In 2024, we are proud to start the year with the visionary and our beautiful new store, VoortxVelvet.

Merging fashion and coffee, we aim to give you a multisensory experience that doesn't end when you step out of our store. Try something new this year and indulge in the best pairing -- .


#2024

Many have asked us what our new store is about and simply, it’s where fashion and coffee converge. It’s where style and artisry come together to provide you with a rich and multi-sensory experience. We are an intersection, a coming together, a pairing you didn’t know you needed.

Find the crossroad of taste and ✨️taste✨️ at VoortxVelvet and discover a blend where shopping meets your favourite cup of coffee.

🌍✈️ Bringing a taste of Belgium in Colombia. Cafe Velvet is where the heart of Via Primavera meets the soul of Belgium 🇨🇴🇧🇪

Our brand is proud of our dual heritage, beautifully expressed in every sip and captured in the details that make us unique. From our cups to our walls, we bring a little of Belgium in the vibrant street of Via Primavera.

Experience the fusion, embrace the diversity, and celebrate the beauty of our dual heritage at Cafe Velvet. 🌺☕

As we are approaching the last day of the year, our mascot Vedett is quite curious for our Puro Velvet from Risaralda, Colombia, prepared with Orea V3 and type C flat filter. He is right because the coffee is very clean, juicy, bright and balanced. Available in in our Brussels store.

Cafecito por favor... ☕✨ En Café Velvet, fusionamos la esencia colombiana con el encanto belga. Descubre la dualidad en cada sorbo. Bienvenido a un rincón donde cada detalle cuenta una historia única. 🌿🇨🇴🇧🇪

Give the gift of exceptional taste this holiday season, because nothing says "Merry Christmas" like the promise of a cozy moment with a cup of Velvet's finest brew. 🎄☕

Each bag is a journey, a celebration of direct trade, quality craftsmanship, and the spirit of giving. Spread the warmth and richness of the season with a touch of Velvet craftmanship.

This Christmas, share more than a present; share a ensory experience. Gift your love ones a bag Velvet Coffee – and give them a hug in a cup! 🎅🏽🌿