From the Finnish countryside to your kitchen
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Where the craft Begins
Every batch we roast is guided by one thing: care. We use a rare air-roasting method—cleaner, smoother, and gentler on the bean and your body. It’s where Ember’s difference begins.
Air roasting isn’t just about flavor — it’s about feeling better after your cup. Low acidity, no bitterness, and a cleaner profile means more people can love coffee again.
Family-Run dream
In 2021, Matthew and Elisa turned their shared passion for coffee into Ember. What started as a local project in Big Lake, Minnesota, has become a nationally recognized name in specialty roasting — rooted in hospitality, not snobbery.
They shaped Ember around a desire to bring beauty to every corner of Big Lake. Coffee became a powerful tool for connection and comfort, but it’s their love for the place they’ve planted themselves that still drives them today.
Come Taste and See
Our Big Lake café is where community and coffee meet. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned aficionado, our doors are open to explore, ask questions, and enjoy a cup crafted with you in mind. This is our philosophy in action.
It’s more than a coffee shop — it’s a gathering place. A space where baristas know your name and your drink, where ideas get shared, and mornings feel a little more meaningful.
Passion In each pour
From espresso to pour-over, we treat every drink as an act of service. It’s not just about flavor — it’s about care, clarity, and that little moment of pause we all need. Your ritual matters to us.
Every cup is made by hand, with intention. We lead with heart, back it with skill — because great coffee starts with kindness.
Roasted for Impact
Our team is always testing, tasting, and evolving. Roaster’s Choice lets us share experimental lots, while our staple blends stay consistent and trusted. All beans are ethically sourced, mold-free, and roasted to bring out their full story.
When you drink Ember, you’re supporting growers who are paid fairly and treated with respect. Because we believe the best coffee is grown with dignity and roasted with care.
Recognized for excellence
Voted Best Coffeehouse and Best Coffee in Minnesota by the Star Tribune in both 2023 and 2024, Ember stands out for quality you can taste — and values you can trust. From sustainability to community impact, we believe in using coffee for good.
Our mission is simple: make coffee that matters — to the people who grow it, the people who serve it, and the people who share it.
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