From Beans to Bay – Our Journey

2012

Our journey began with a humble roasting experiment in a beachside shed, inspired by the coastal breeze and a passion for perfect coffee.

2015

We proudly opened our flagship café in Byron Bay, offering a warm and artisanal space to enjoy hand-crafted speciality coffee.

2018

To bring the taste of the coast nationwide, we launched our exclusive bean subscription, sharing our unique roasts with coffee lovers across Australia.

2023

A major milestone: achieving 80% renewable energy use in our roasting facility, reinforcing our commitment to a sustainable future.

Our Values

Community First

We champion local producers and host vibrant events that nurture connections in our coastal community.

Sustainability

From compostable cups to zero-waste roasting, our practices honor the earth and future generations.

Quality

Every cup is a result of rigorous cupping sessions and small-batch baking by our artisan team.

Ethical Sourcing

We deeply value our partnerships with growers worldwide, ensuring fair pricing and sustainable practices from bean to cup.

World map highlighting coffee origin countries essential to Coastal Brew Café’s sourcing
Sunlit coffee farm in Brazil partner location

Brazil

Lush mountainous farms producing rich, chocolatey beans with a commitment to sustainable agroforestry.

Coffee cherries being hand-picked at an Ethiopian partner farm

Ethiopia

Origin of our brightest citrus-toned beans, harvested by communities dedicated to organic farming.

Green coffee plants growing in Vietnam partner farm

Vietnam

Robust robusta beans cultivated with innovative sustainable techniques and fair trade practices.

Our fair pricing commitment ensures farmers and their families thrive alongside us.

Meet the Crew

Head roaster Emily Clarke smiling with roasting equipment
Emily Clarke

Head Roaster passionate about bringing out each bean’s unique flavour through artisanal techniques.

Favourite Brew: Single-origin pour-over

Surf Spot: Main Beach, Byron Bay

Pastry chef Josh Miller preparing artisan pastries
Josh Miller

Our artisan pastry chef crafting seasonal delights that pair perfectly with our brews.

Favourite Brew: Flat white

Surf Spot: Wategos Beach

Lead barista Sarah Nguyen pulling espresso shot
Sarah Nguyen

Lead barista delighted in mastering latte art and delivering a friendly coffee experience.

Favourite Brew: Macchiato

Surf Spot: The Pass