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"This is the one I reach for when I want something classic. That first sip just settles me. Always reliable, which is why I keep coming back."

Patrick F. VERIFIED BUYER

Choose 2, 3, or 4 bags per month (12 oz.) — whatever fits your rhythm.

Then select your roast preference: Light–Medium or Medium–Dark. Or select Roaster’s Choice, a rotating showcase of micro-lot coffees that wander from light to dark, curated by our team with you in mind.

And let us take it from there. We’ll curate what you receive each month, so your mornings stay fresh, not predictable.

Because taking care of yourself shouldn’t feel like one more thing to do.

This isn’t just a coffee subscription.
It’s (at least) three months of permission to pause.
To stop pouring from an empty cup—and refill your own first.

Your first month arrives with 30% off, because starting should feel easy.
After that, your Ember coffee continues at 15% off—for life.

No gimmicks, no countdown timers. Just honest coffee that keeps showing up, freshly roasted, when you need it most.

So let us take it from there. We’ll curate what you receive each month, so your mornings stay fresh, not predictable.

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Grind
Size

Each box comes with your coffee plus a few extras: a Honey Bee Lollipop from a small-batch Minnesota honey harvester, an "About Us" Ember Card, a gift tag, and a handwritten "Your Life Matters" message tucked inside each of your first three shipments. After your third delivery, we'll send a little bonus as a thank you.

Three-month commitment, then renews month-to-month until cancelled. You're only charged when your order ships. All orders process on the 1st of the month. If you sign up after the 1st, your first order ships the following month.

Air roasting uses clean, hot air to roast each bean evenly. You get a smoother, cleaner flavor without the bitterness or burnt taste that comes from traditional drum roasting. No hot metal contact means no smoky aftertaste.

It's a gentler process that brings out what's actually in the bean. The origin flavors and nuanced notes that heavy roasting covers up.

100% Specialty Arabica Coffee

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s all in the roast. While most coffee is drum-roasted, which means the beans are scorched as they come in contact with the hot sides of the metal drum. In contrast, we use superheated air for heat transfer—a method used by less than 1% of roasters worldwide. It delivers smoother, more balanced flavor with zero burnt bitterness.

Our air-roasting process reduces acidity and eliminates that harsh, burnt bitterness found in most coffees. That means no gut-bomb effect, no acid reflux, and no regret after your second cup. Even customers who’ve sworn off coffee come back for Ember.

Crazy fresh. We roast in small batches right here in Minnesota and ship quickly—so your beans haven’t been sitting on a shelf for months losing flavor. You’ll taste the difference the moment you open the bag. Plus we stamp our bags with the roast date, not the "best buy" date. Note: Most coffees actually improve in taste in the two weeks following its roast date. If you receive a bag that was roasted 7-10 days from your date of order, we've likely held it to allow for off-gassing and maximum flavor.

We believe great coffee starts at the source. That’s why we build direct trade relationships with farmers who care as much as we do. Better pay for them, better beans for you, and a whole lot more integrity in your cup.

Yes, yes, and yes. Whether you’re team drip, AeroPress, Chemex, or full-on espresso, Ember’s roasts are engineered to perform across all brew methods without losing flavor, depth, or smoothness.

Because once you taste coffee that’s roasted right, sourced right, and doesn’t wreck your stomach… it’s game over for the grocery store brands and chain coffee shops. Ember becomes the new standard.

Transparent Pricing

Yes, our coffee costs more. Here's exactly where that money goes...and where it doesn't.

Commodity "Big Coffee" roasters charge less by paying farmers poverty wages and cutting corners—and then pocket 30-40% profit.

We take ~12% profit. The extra you pay goes to farmers, quality, and doing things right.

Cost Breakdown
Ember
Big Coffee
Farmer
$6.9
$1.05
Import & Shipping
$2.75
$2.0
Roasting
$3.25
$2.25
Packaging
$2.0
$0.9
Fulfillment
$2.85
$1.5
Credit Card Fees
$2.4
$1.3
Profit
$2.85
$6.0
$23.0
FARMER
PROFIT
Ember Coffee
30%% to farmer
12%% profit
$15.0
FARMER
PROFIT
Commodity Coffee
7%% to farmer
40%% profit

Transparent Pricing

Yes, our coffee costs more. Here's exactly where that money goes...and where it doesn't.

Commodity "Big Coffee" roasters charge less by paying farmers poverty wages and cutting corners—and then pocket 30-40% profit.

We take ~12% profit. The extra you pay goes to farmers, quality, and doing things right.

Cost Breakdown
Ember
Big Coffee
Farmer
$6.9
$1.05
Import & Shipping
$2.75
$2.0
Roasting
$3.25
$2.25
Packaging
$2.0
$0.9
Fulfillment
$2.85
$1.5
Credit Card Fees
$2.4
$1.3
Profit
$2.85
$6.0
$6.9
to the farmer
per bag
Ember Coffee helps local farmers invest in quality, sustainability, and their families.
$1.05
to the farmer
per bag
Big Coffee methods exploit farmers, paying poverty wages. The company pockets $6.00 profit instead.

Science-Backed Ingredients

We only use Arabica beans that score 80 or above on the Specialty Coffee Association scale—their standard for exceptional flavor and cleanliness. These tend to be grown at higher elevations and harvested by hand. In our experience, starting with a better bean matters more than anything else we do.
Every lot we roast meets SCA’s rigorous grading system, which evaluates 10 key attributes—like aroma, acidity, balance, and aftertaste. Each batch is cupped, scored, and traceable, ensuring not just quality, but integrity at every step. This isn't marketing fluff—it’s a globally respected benchmark for true specialty coffee. We source, roast, and brew with purpose—so you get a cup you can count on.
We test our coffees for mold before and after roasting. And while we cannot make a medical claim about what that means for you, but a lot of people who have had trouble with other coffees tell us they do fine with ours, and that it doesn't bother their stomachs (especially helpful for folks struggling with GERD).
Specialty Grade Beans
Graded for Excellence
Certified Mold-Free

Specialty-Grade Coffee, Delicious Taste

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Air roasting unlocks the bean’s full aroma and complexity—think vibrant notes that actually reflect the origin. It’s a cleaner, more expressive cup that delights your senses from the first inhale to the last warm sip—so you actually taste the coffee's origin and not just the burntness of the roaster drum.

Air roasting reduces acidity and surface oils, making Ember coffee gentler on digestion. It’s a clean, smooth experience—even black—that doesn’t leave you with jitters or heartburn. Just calm energy and a ritual you can feel good about.

We partner with producers who prioritize fair wages, sustainable practices, and long-term relationships. From seed to sip, this coffee is as good for the growers as it is for you. Because doing it right means doing it together.

Most roasters use scorching-hot drums that can leave bitter, smoky notes. We air roast with precision and patience—preserving delicate flavors and skipping the scorch. The result? Coffee that’s smooth, never harsh, and always easy on your taste buds.

We only roast the top 5% of beans in the world—carefully selected for clarity, character, and consistency. When you start with exceptional quality, you don't need shortcuts. Every cup begins with a promise: good beans, done right.

Over
20,000
bags of Ember Coffee sold
and here’s what they’re saying

Subscribe to Ember Coffee
and feel the benefits

Immediately

Your order joins our fresh roast plan—no stale beans, just coffee roasted specifically for you.

In a few days

Freshly roasted beans rest and off-gas, unlocking full flavor, smoothness, and a clean finish.

Within 7 days

Delivered to your door—thoughtfully packed, perfectly timed, and ready to brew your best cup yet.

Coffee Made Thoughtfully

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Coffee Quality
Specialty Grade
Unknown Origins
Air Roasted
Low Acidity
Ethically Sourced
Full Traceability
Small Business
The Difference
Rooted in values, roasted with heart, and delivered fresh for real life.
Mass-made with little thought and even less flavor.

Crafted in the North. Shared Nationwide.

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Ember Coffee is Born

Ember Coffee is Born

We opened our Big Lake coffeeshop and roastery and launched our first full production run. Built by family, led by women, and grounded in the values of the North—humble, honest, and quietly exceptional.

Winning Minnesota's Best

Winning Minnesota's Best

We were honored as Gold Winner for Best Coffee, Coffeehouse, and MN-Made Product for THREE years in a row. No gimmicks—just fresh air-roasted coffee, crafted with care and shared by a community that truly feels like home.

20,000 Bags Sold

20,000 Bags Sold

With over 20,000 bags brewed, Ember continues to grow—without ever growing out of what matters. We roast with purpose, deliver with heart, and help make your mornings more meaningful.

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