Peoples Coffee

From next Monday (18th November), our Mansfield Street hours will be changing to Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM.

Come hang with us for your morning fix or a treat before the day gets busy.

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Wanna get the inside scoop on coffee? Come hang out with us on a roastery tour and see how your favorite brew comes to life while sipping on some delicious coffee!

In just 45 minutes, you’ll:

- Explore the roasting process from green bean to brown perfection
- Receive an educational talk about the Fair Trade cooperative movement and how we ethically source our coffee
- Enjoy a free barista coffee AND a flight of coffees to compare flavours
- Receive 20% off all coffee and merch at our roastery café

Book your spot through our website today

A cup of coffee and a double cheese & pickle toastie: unbeatable.

Come try it for yourself.

Grab a bag of beans from one of our cafes, New World, Pak N' Save or online from our website.⁠

And don't forget to show us your favourite brew methods using

November Coffee of the Month: Aty Zarkeiwin

Have you experienced the delightful Aty Zarkeiwin yet?

Named after Aty Zarkeiwin from the Anei cooperative, this coffee offers a sweet, smooth brew with vibrant notes of orange and red grapes.

Aty is a carefully crafted blend of three origins (Columbia, Hondorus & Ethiopia), creating a perfectly balanced yet fruit-forward profile.

Meet Taylor, our new Head Roaster!

Taylor stumbled into the world of coffee when a job at a music store fell through, leading to a barista gig that ignited a passion for crafting the perfect cup. From there, roasting felt like the natural next step, turning a newfound love into a rewarding career.

One of the most unusual coffees Taylor has tried? A tea made from the flower of a coffee tree (not to be confused with cascara) —definitely a unique experience! Taylor believes decaf drinkers are the true coffee purists, savoring the taste without the caffeine kick, especially in a creamy oat flat white when he's hit peak caffenation. When it comes to brewing, the classic V60 is Taylor's go-to, offering consistency with plenty of room for creativity during morning quality checks.

A highlight of Taylor's journey? Landing the head roaster role at People’s after nearly a decade in the industry, fulfilling a long-held dream and moving to Wellington to be with a partner.

Cheers to the journey! ☕️

Labour Day!

Mansfield Street - CLOSED
Constable Street - 7:30 - 3:00
Lukes Lane - 8:00- 3:00

Back to our regularly scheduled programming Tuesday

A few weeks ago, Matt sat down with Wellington City Libraries Business Specialist Linda to discuss all things Peoples.

Check out the link below to read "Conversation Over Coffee: An Interview with Matt Lamason, Founder of Peoples Coffee," and uncover the heart behind the brand. As Matt puts it, "Coffee isn’t just a drink; it’s a conversation starter."

https://www.wcl.govt.nz/news/conversation-over-coffee-an-interview-with-matt-lamason-founder-of-peoples-coffee/

We're hiring for a Roastery All-Rounder! ...

Are you passionate about coffee and making a difference? We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic individual to help us bag, grind, and deliver our Organic and Fair Trade coffee across Wellington. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a strong work ethic, and can drive a manual - we want to hear from you! Check out the job at:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/jobs/transport-logistics/warehouse-distribution/listing/4978646513?ed=true&referrer=jobsmart&action=listingcreated&bof=ez5qmUSj

October Coffee of the Month: Guatemala Huehuetenango! 🇬🇹

This delightful light filter roast is as vibrant as its origin! This gem showcases refreshing notes of lemon tea, goji berry, and a touch of caramel. Perfect for sipping on these sun filled spring mornings!

This coffee comes from the GUAYA’B cooperative, a group of 477 dedicated coffee and honey producers in the stunning Sierra de los Cuchumatanes. Formed in 1999, GUAYA’B means "mutual benefit" in Popti' Maya, and they’re committed to improving livelihoods through better prices and development support.

From low-interest loans to women's training programs and a new wet processing mill, this cooperative is transforming the community and empowering its members to thrive. Join us in celebrating the rich flavours and inspiring stories behind this exceptional brew!

We're hiring for a part time Customer Service and Administration Assistant!

Do you love providing stellar customer service? Can you happily find your way around Xero, Unleashed, Microsoft apps and general admin? AND does working in a coffee roastery with a warm team and the tastiest fair trade coffee on-tap sound like the right environment for you? If yes, check out the job at:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=4962674535&ed=true&referrer=jobsmart&action=listingupdated

Looking for space for your next event? Book our roastery cafe! We can hold groups of up to 50 people - perfect for holiday parties, corporate team building and public events.

Rates will vary with time of day, event length, and if you require a barista or catering. Email [email protected] for availability and pricing details.

Last night we had a great time celebrating with the and all the other employers of Wellington. While this is a silly picture, we're serious about supporting the living wage.

As a mission-driven company committed to paying coffee farmers more at origin, it only makes sense to pay our employees here in Aotearoa fairly as well.

In the current economic climate it's tempting to say this isn't possible. But when times get tough, it's often those making the least who face the most disruption.

If now isn't the time to double down on our values, when will be?

Last night's celebration was a show of solidarity with the other living wage employers who also refuse to back down. It was inspirational but also reminds us there is still work to do to ensure every New Zealander is paid a wage they can live on.

Most importantly, none of our work would be possible without your support. It's not us driving the change - it's you. 💪💪💪

Want to learn how coffee is made, about the Fair Trade coffee movement and drink delicious coffee? Hop on a roastery experience!

On the tour you'll see each step of the roasting process, learn about the Fair Trade movement and our long-standing relationships with farmers. Plus get to try some delicious coffee!

Session includes:
☕️ One free barista coffee at our roastery cafe.
🌱 Educational talk about the Fair Trade cooperative movement and how we ethically source our coffee.
🏭 Tour of our roastery to learn how green beans turn to brown in the roasting process.
😋 A flight of coffees to compare roast flavour profiles.
🛍️ 20% off all coffee and merch at the cafe after our tour.

Visit our website to learn more!

🐜 What do ants have to do with coffee? Turns out quite a bit.

Our partners at the cooperative control disease and coffee borer organically using ants!

The team creates penicillin by fermenting oranges and panela (sugar cane), then applying it to a substrate of milk curds or oats. Once dried, this mixture is used to treat an ants' nest, allowing the ants to carry the penicillin to the coffee trees, naturally treating diseases. Genius!

This is just one of the creative solutions they implement when growing coffee. Link in bio to read the full write-up about Anei.