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another coffee blog
Yeah, but this one’s ours! Like all the best coffee blogs, we’re serving industry insights & stories told by our crew from around the country. As wells as fresh coffee drops, brew guides, tips, community initiatives & the latest news all in one handy place.
There’s something here to tickle any coffee lovers’ fancy…
stories behind the blend
The Locale team share what Pride means to them, queer stories that shaped them, and the books, artists & creators they recommend.
Community Initiatives
We donate 5% of sales from Eco Warrior beans & merch back to the community. We'd love to introduce you to the organisations we support...
StreetSmart Australia
Meet our Winter donations recipient StreetSmart: supporting vulnerable Aussie's experiencing homelessness or escaping family violence.
the real mvp
Our seasonal MVP blend was designed to blow your mind. We don’t play favourites but if there’s a Most Valuable Player, this blend is it!
where coffee comes from
Coffee starts as fruit, not a bean. Learn where coffee is grown, how it’s processed and why origin plays such a big role in flavour.
Children’s Ground
Meet our Autumn donations recipient, Children's Ground: a First Nations-led organisation working with & for First Nations communities in Australia.
Summer Café Hit List
From beachside brunches to regional road-trip stops, these Locale cafes are worth planning your summer travels around.
festive af
We are beyond excited to bring back our eagerly awaited Christmas blend for 2025! Festive AF tastes just like Mum's Christmas pudding.
ultimate wingman
Ultimate Wingman is the perfect all-rounder. This coffee is a strong, workhorse blend that easily cuts through milk - here's what's inside.
our packaging
As we celebrate ten years of Locale, we’re proud to roll out a new generation of packaging that reflects everything we’ve learnt along the way.
original gangsta
Our OG blend is smooth, versatile and delicious. It's giving fruit ‘n’ nut chocolate bar vibes - learn about the origins that make it great.
carbon positive
Meet our Spring donations recipient, Carbon Positive: an Australian charity restoring degraded land through native tree-planting programs.
StreetSmart Australia
Meet our Winter donations recipient StreetSmart: supporting vulnerable Aussie's experiencing homelessness or escaping family violence.
Our Sustainability Journey
An update on our ongoing commitment to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and environmental responsibility.
Why Coffee Prices Matter
Lately, you may have noticed coffee prices creeping up, and there’s a good reason for it. Let’s explore why your coffee is worth every cent.
Summer Café Hit List
There’s nothing quite like discovering a café that feels like a local secret. Here are some of our must-visit cafés to check out this summer.
Boost Your Cafe’s Revenue
With the rising cost of living & increasing prices across Australia, it’s more important than ever for cafes to find ways to boost revenue.
beyond blue
Meet our Summer donations partner, Beyond Blue: working with the community to help people in Aus achieve their best possible mental health.
Behind the Beans
A look into what goes into your cup and how we can contribute to a fairer, more sustainable coffee industry for everyone behind the beans.
Cafe Brand Identity
In a world full of cafes, how can you stand out from the crowd? Read our top tips to help you define & elevate your cafe brand identity.
diary of an olympic barista
Josh's first-hand account of his time in Paris as a barista for the Australian Olympic team...our most successful games to date no less!
The Specialty Coffee Experience
A cup of coffee shouldn't be compared by price alone. Here's why the specialty coffee experience costs more & why it's worth investing in.
eco warrior
This blend is organic, fair-trade & supports sustainable farming. it also contributes to orangutan conservation AND donates to worthy causes.
streetsmart wrap-up
A wrap-up of total donations to StreetSmart via our community initiatives fund & our involvement in CafeSmart 2022.
melbourne coffee expo
Welcome back Melbourne! We're re-capping the awesome ride that was Melbourne International Coffee Expo (MICE) 2022!
ewcif spring update
this Spring, our community initiatives fund is proudly supporting Carbon Positive Australia's native tree planting programs.
givit wrap-up
A wrap-up of total donations to Givit Australia from our Community Initiatives project via Eco Warrior sales throughout Autumn.
ewcif winter update
this Winter, our community initiatives fund is contributing to StreetSmart in support of vulnerable Aussies experiencing homelessness.
beyond blue wrap-up
a wrap-up of total donations to Beyond Blue from our community initiatives fund & via eco warrior sales throughout Summer.
diary of an olympic barista
Jacob's first-hand account of his time in Beijing as the resident barista for the Aussie Winter Olympic team. Did he fuel them to gold?
ewcif update: autumn
an update on our eco warrior community initiatives fund: this Autumn, we're supporting those affected by the qld & nsw floods.
climate council wrap-up
a wrap-up of total donations to The Climate Council from our community initiatives fund & via eco warrior sales during Spring.
ewcif summer update
an update on our eco warrior community initiatives fund: introducing our summer partner, beyond blue & supporting Aussies mental health.
baroida estate: png
we've been lucky enough to score this PNG coffee as a natural, washed & honey. naturally, we've popped them side-by-side in a tasting flight!
streetsmart wrap-up
a wrap-up of total donations to StreetSmart via our community initiatives fund & through our involvement in CafeSmart.
the climate council
this spring we're supporting the climate council and their push for urgent climate action on the back of the latest IPCC report.
ewcif spring update
an update on our eco warrior community initiatives fund: introducing our spring partner, the climate council & discussing all things climate change.
children’s ground wrap-up
a wrap-up of total donations to Children's Ground through our community initiatives fund & making new friends along the way.
ewcif winter update
our new eco warrior community initiatives fund, this winter's fund recipient StreetSmart Australia, and how they're tackling homelessness.
kusillo: bolivia
this washed 100% caturra from Bolivia features a fresh red apple acidity with a smooth body and a rich chocolatey & nougat finish.
community initiatives
an update on our eco warrior contributions, where we're donating our dollars & how we're working with our local communities to create change.
el puente: honduras
read more about Honduras coffee legends, Marysabel Caballero & Moises Herrera of Finca El Puente & our ongoing partnership.
single orange-gin
this one's a different style of brew guide - introducing our favourite summertime coffee cocktail ft. gin & orange - the single orange-gin!
baroida estate: png
we've been lucky enough to score this PNG coffee as a natural, washed & honey. naturally, we've popped them side-by-side in a tasting flight!
responsible packaging
We sourced packaging materials we felt would have the least impact on the environment & most aligned with our core values.
we’re carbon neutral
Our roastery is solar powered & we’re proud to be a certified carbon neutral business…we even have the fancy certificate to prove it!
the real mvp
our newest blend will knock your socks off! beautifully balanced with a smooth body & lingering sweet aftertaste - this blend is next level!
orangutan coffee project
The Orangutan Coffee Project is a 360-degree program that connects rainforest & wildlife conservation with sustainable, organic coffee cultivation.
eco warrior
this blend is organic, fair-trade & supports sustainable farming. it contributes to orangutan conservation AND donates to worthy causes.
cafesmart
celebrating 10 years of cafesmart, where the coffee community comes together to take action against homelessness.
the clever dripper
the clever dripper is easy to use & combines the flavour you get with full immersion brewing with the clarity of the drip method.
community initiatives
some info on our eco warrior contributions, where we donate our dollars & how we work with our local communities to create change.
v60 pourover
the v60 has quickly become one of the most popular brewing methods, partly because of its practicality. it also produces a really clean cup!
faf: brazil
delivering consistently great coffee, faf aligns perfectly with our ethos. that's why we moved our sourcing relationship to them in 2018.
ethical sourcing
Our in-house guidelines for sourcing green coffee, thoughts on transparency & building ongoing relationships with the farms we buy from.
aeropress like a pro
great for beginners, the aeropress is not only simple to use, it’s also small enough to take with you anywhere & our go-to travel brew companion.
yemen pre-auction cupping
we’re hosting an industry cupping of all the Yemeni sample lots before bidding opens on the auction! read on for more details...
el fuerte: bolivia
introducing the first ever Bolivian single in our rotation and she's a beauty. with notes of milk chocolate, apple & nougat, it tastes amazing as an espresso.
we’re heading to perth
we're heading to Perth to talk all things coffee & holding a series of coffee-focused events...head this way for info & ticket links. see you soon, Perth!
recycleme™ cups
We converted to Detpak's award-winning RecycleMe program. The first takeaway cup on the market that can be properly recycled.
locale x mazzer: launch party
we're hosting the launch of Mazzer’s new Kold S + Robur S grinders this Melbourne coffee week! read on for event & ticketing details...
wa lab party
we had the best few days with our Perth fam! read on for launch party details, latte art smackdown winners, epic giveaways & more…
wholesale
join the locale fam
Searching for a coffee partner who’s more than a supplier? You’ve come to the right place! We’re incredibly proud of the coffee community we’ve built and are deeply honored that some of the country’s best cafes choose to serve our coffee. If you’re searching for a roaster to grow with – one who believes in your business as much as you do – we’d love to welcome you into the Locale family.
Fill in the form below and our team will reach out to chat about how we can work together.
First, here’s a quick look at what we bring to the table…
unmatched service, lasting partnerships.
At Locale, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service – it’s what sets us apart. Our aim is to build long-lasting partnerships with cafe owners who share our passion for high-quality specialty coffee and a sustainable, equitable supply chain. The goal is a positive and supportive coffee community that’s built to last well into the future.
Nothing makes us happier than helping our cafe partners grow & seeing their businesses thrive. We’d love the opportunity to help you achieve your business goals too!
exceptional coffee, ethically sourced
We could talk all day about our commitment to high-quality, ethically sourced, and sustainably farmed coffee – but we’ll let the beans speak for themselves. (Head over to our coffee page to dive deeper!)
Our roasting & QC team are consistently sourcing & roasting some of the finest coffees from around the globe. With four outstanding blends to choose from and a rotating selection of single origins, we’ve got the perfect coffee to suit every palate. Can’t choose your fave blend? Take our quick quiz here, or contact us below to book in a tasting.
passionate about sustainability.
At Locale, we’re deeply committed to the environment and building a sustainable future for everyone.
Our Coburg roastery runs on solar power, and as a 100% carbon-neutral business, we’re proud to lead by example. But we’re not stopping there – we’re working towards becoming carbon positive through additional tree-planting initiatives.
Discover more about our sustainability journey here.
empowering through training & support.
We understand that ongoing training and education are vital for any venue serious about coffee. Whether you’re just starting out or perfecting your latte art, we can design a tailored program to meet your specific needs.
Our team is also here for troubleshooting & technical support whenever you need it. Plus, our cafe partners get exclusive access to our customer portal. We’re here to guide you as far into the world of coffee as you’re willing to go.
elevate your coffee experience.
Talk to us about your business needs and how we can support you with industry-leading coffee equipment tailored to your cafe’s individual goals.
We’re also proud to be the Australian distributor for Loveramics crockery. From elegant designs to durable functionality, we’ll help you find the perfect vessel to create that exceptional customer experience in your cafe – and support you with an extra 10% off wholesale pricing to boot.
hear from our cafe partners
Don’t just take our word for it! Here’s what some of our awesome cafe partners have to say about partnering with us:
get in touch
Feel free to drop us a line via email, call the number below or fill out the form and we’ll be in touch…we love a chat in any form!
Call: 1300 189 746 or email: info@localeespresso.com.au
