Coffee

Freshly roasted coffee and coffee beans from our own roastery in Funen

At Brændeholm Risteri, you will find freshly roasted coffee from our own coffee roastery near Faaborg on Funen. We roast coffee several times a week and offer coffee beans from various origins, with different flavor profiles and roast levels.

Good coffee is not just about choosing a bag of coffee beans. Origin, roast level, processing, grind size, and brewing method all play a part in how the coffee ends up tasting in the cup.

That is why we have organized our coffee so that you can choose based on both taste and your preferred brewing method.

Which coffee beans should I choose?

There is no single coffee bean that is best for everyone. The most important thing is which flavor profile you prefer.

Some coffees are fruity, floral, and lively, while others have more body and flavor nuances that may resemble chocolate, caramel, or nuts.

A good place to start is therefore to choose by roast level.

Light roast coffee beans

If you prefer a fresh and nuanced coffee with clearer fruitiness and origin character, you can explore our light roast coffee beans.

With a lighter roast, the taste from the roasting process typically plays a smaller role, which leaves more room for the coffee bean's individual character.

Light roast coffee is particularly popular for filter coffee and pour-over, but can also be used for methods such as the AeroPress and espresso.

Medium roast coffee beans

If you want a balanced coffee with sweetness, body, and still clear character from the coffee bean, medium roast coffee beans are a versatile choice.

Medium roast coffee works well for many different brewing methods and is therefore a good starting point if you want coffee beans that can be used for filter coffee, French press, and espresso.

Dark roast coffee beans

If you prefer a stronger coffee with more body and a more distinct roast character, you can see our dark roast coffee beans.

Darker roasts are often associated with deeper flavor nuances and a lower perceived acidity. They are popular for, among other things, espresso and milk-based coffee drinks, but can naturally also be brewed in other ways.

Coffee beans for espresso

The right coffee for espresso depends on what type of espresso you want to drink.

A medium or dark roast coffee is a classic choice if you want body, sweetness, and an espresso that can also stand out clearly through milk in, for example, a cappuccino, cortado, or caffe latte.

If you prefer a more modern espresso with greater fruitiness and clearer acidity, a lighter roast can also be interesting.

We have gathered the coffees we specifically recommend for this brewing method under coffee beans for espresso.

What does freshly roasted coffee mean?

Freshly roasted coffee is coffee where no unnecessary amount of time has passed between roasting and brewing.

After roasting, the coffee beans continue to develop, and they release, among other things, carbon dioxide. Therefore, "freshly roasted" does not necessarily mean that the coffee should be brewed a few minutes after it comes out of the coffee roaster.

How much resting time a coffee benefits from depends on factors such as the roast and the brewing method.

At Brændeholm Risteri, we roast several times a week. This allows us to continuously offer freshly roasted coffee beans rather than coffee that has been sitting in storage for a long time.

What influences the taste of the coffee?

The roast level is only one of the things that determine how the coffee tastes.

The coffee's origin

Coffee is grown in many different countries and regions, and the conditions surrounding cultivation have a major impact on the coffee's character.

Climate, soil, altitude, and coffee variety can all help create differences between two coffee beans.

This is why coffee from, for example, Brazil can taste significantly different from coffee from Ethiopia, Kenya, or Colombia – even if the coffee beans receive a similar roast.

Processing

After the coffee cherries are harvested, the coffee beans must be freed from the fruit and dried.

Different processing methods can influence the flavor profile and contribute to giving coffee different degrees of fruitiness, sweetness, and clarity.

For individual coffees, you can see current information about, among other things, origin, flavor notes, and processing when the information is available.

Roasting

During roasting, the coffee's aroma, sweetness, acidity, and roast character are developed.

We adapt the roast to the individual coffee and the flavor profile we want to highlight rather than treating all coffee beans the same.

This also means that two coffees with the same overall roast level do not necessarily taste the same.

How do I choose coffee by brewing method?

You do not need to follow strict rules about which coffee can be used for a specific brewing method. Your own taste is more important.

However, there are some good starting points.

Filter coffee and pour-over

For filter coffee, Hario V60, Chemex, and other pour-over methods, many choose light or medium roast coffee beans.

These brewing methods can make it easier to experience the coffee's individual aromas and flavor nuances.

French press

For French press coffee, light, medium, and dark roast coffee can all work.

The metal filter lets more oils and fine coffee particles pass through than a paper filter, which typically results in a fuller mouthfeel.

If you want to work more with dosage, brewing time, and grind size, you can read our guide to better French press coffee.

Espresso

For espresso, many choose medium or dark roast beans because they are often easier to work with and provide a classic, full-bodied espresso.

Light roast coffee can, however, also be used and allows for a fruitier and livelier espresso.

AeroPress

The AeroPress is very flexible, and virtually all roast levels can be used.

You can change both the grind size, temperature, brewing time, and the ratio of coffee to water, and thus adapt the brewing to the individual coffee.

If you want help with other brewing methods, you will find our complete brewing guides for coffee.

Whole coffee beans and fresh grinding

If you have the opportunity, it is an advantage to grind the coffee beans close to brewing.

When coffee is ground, much more of the coffee's surface is exposed to the environment. At the same time, having your own grinder allows you to adjust the grind size according to the brewing method.

Espresso, for example, requires a much finer grind than a French press, while filter coffee and pour-over lie at different points in between.

If you are missing a grinder, you can see our selection of coffee grinders.

How to store coffee beans

Coffee is affected by things like oxygen, light, heat, and moisture.

Therefore, store your coffee beans:

• Dry

• Protected from direct sunlight

• At a stable room temperature

• In a well-closed bag or container

The bag the coffee is delivered in can be a good storage solution if it can be closed properly.

If you want a separate coffee canister or container, you will find various solutions under coffee storage.

Try different coffees and find your favorite

Taste is individual, and one of the exciting things about coffee is precisely the differences between beans, origins, and roasts.

If you don't yet know which coffee you prefer, it can therefore be more educational to try several different coffees than simply looking for one specific "best coffee bean."

With our coffee tasting packs, you can try different coffee beans and compare the flavor profiles at home.

Raw coffee beans for those who want to roast themselves

If you want to control the entire process from green coffee bean to finished roasted coffee yourself, we also offer raw and green coffee beans.

Raw coffee beans are not ready for standard coffee brewing but must first be roasted. They are therefore primarily intended for those who want to work with home roasting and experiment with different roast profiles themselves.

Coffee from Brændeholm Risteri

Brændeholm Risteri is a Danish coffee roastery near Faaborg on Funen, where we roast our own coffee.

We work with coffee beans from different origins and with different roast profiles, so the assortment includes both classic, full-bodied coffees and more fruity and nuanced flavor experiences.

The assortment may change as new coffee beans arrive, so always check the individual product for current information about origin, roast, and flavor profile.

Coffee subscription

Do you want coffee delivered regularly? See our coffee subscription where you get access to your own profile where you can continuously make adjustments to your coffee subscription.

Corporate coffee

If you are looking for coffee for the workplace, you will find our selection of corporate coffee for businesses. You are naturally also welcome to get in touch to get a personal and tailored solution for your needs. Nothing is binding, and the conversation is, of course, completely non-binding.

Frequently asked questions about coffee and coffee beans

What is the difference between coffee and coffee beans?

Coffee beans are the roasted seeds from which coffee is brewed. When the beans are ground and come into contact with water, the substances that give the finished coffee its aroma and taste are extracted.

What do freshly roasted coffee beans mean?

Freshly roasted coffee beans are beans that have been roasted relatively close to the time they are to be used. Coffee develops after roasting, so very freshly roasted coffee does not necessarily need to be ready for optimal brewing immediately.

Which roast level should I choose?

Choose first and foremost according to your own taste. Light roast coffee typically has more fruitiness and clear origin character, medium roast coffee often provides a balanced combination of sweetness and body, while dark roast coffee has more distinct roast character and often lower perceived acidity.

Which coffee beans are best for espresso?

Medium and dark roast coffee beans are popular for classic espresso, while light roast coffee beans can provide a fruitier and livelier espresso. The best coffee therefore depends on the flavor profile you want.

Which coffee beans are best for filter coffee?

Light and medium roast coffee beans are popular for filter coffee because the brewing method can highlight the coffee's aroma and individual flavor nuances. Dark roast coffee can, however, also be used if you prefer a stronger cup.

Should coffee be stored in the refrigerator?

For general daily storage, a dry, dark place at a stable room temperature is a simple and practical choice. Avoid, in particular, moisture, heat, and frequent temperature fluctuations.

How much coffee should I use?

For standard filter coffee, about 60 grams of coffee per liter of water is a good starting point. The optimal dosage depends on the brewing method and your own taste.

How finely should coffee beans be ground?

The grind size depends on the brewing method. Espresso typically requires a fine grind, filter coffee a medium grind, and French press a coarser grind.

Are more expensive coffee beans always better?

No. Price and personal taste are not the same thing. The coffee's origin, quality, processing, and availability can influence the price, but the best coffee for you is the one whose flavor profile you like the most.