In this episode, we hear about Producer Chris Lindstrom’s experience visiting the coffee scene of Calgary. This is part one of a two-part series in which we analyze how a coffee scene takes on the particular color Chris discovered in Calgary. This episode is predominantly narrative: Chris describes the spaces and drinks that made for a one-of-a-kind experience. Stay tuned for part two, where we compare the Rochester scene and explore how we’ve developed in a completely different direction.

Visit Travel Alberta (@travelalberta) for more information on the sites Chris describes from his visit.

Stop 1: Q Lab by Chronicle Coffee (@qlabcoffee)

The barista competitor whose name Wade forgot is Michael Phillips (@1shot4theroad) who won the WBC representing the US and Intelligentsia Coffee in London in 2010.

Comandante hand grinders (@comandantegrinder) are thoughtfully made and changing minds about the utility and potential of hand grinders. On top of that, the company has invested in the global coffee community by sponsoring competitions all over the world.

Stop 2: Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters (@philandseb)

Stop 3: Monogram Coffee (@monogramco)

Benjamin Put (@benjaminput) represented Canada at the World Barista Championship again this year and took third place.

Apex Coffee Imports (@apexcoffeeimports) has fostered some special relationships across the world to build an excellent portfolio of green coffees.

Stop 4: Eight Ounce Coffee (@eightouncecoffee)

Stop 5: Particle Coffee (@particlecoffee)

Shoutouts

xBloom (@xbloom_coffee)

Ugly Duck (@uglyduckcoffee)

Lo-Phase (@lophasecoffee)

Mentioned in this episode:

Joe Bean Roasters

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