Rwanda – Cup of Excellence Lot# 17

We have a limited supply of this fantastic award winning coffee from farmer Tegibanze Innocent and the KOAKAKA Co-Op in Southern Rwanda. This Bourbon varietal is grown between 1600 & 1900 meters above sea level ( ~5000-6000 feet). The altitude helped to create a delicate milk chocolate body with Apricot acidity & a sweet molasses and slightly nutty body. This coffee was bought to support the Cup of Excellence program, a non-profit organization whose competition selects the very best coffee produced in each country for that particular year. These winning coffees are chosen by a select group of national and international cuppers. Only coffees that continuously score high are allowed to move forward in the competition. There is no other program that is as exciting for the coffee lover, the roaster, and especially the farmers whose monetary reward changes the lives of their entire family and the rural communities where they live.

Cup of Excellence Variety Pack! 3 – 8oz Bags of the Worlds Finest Coffee

We have a limited supply of these fantastic award winning coffees, and here is a great way to sample 3 of them! You get the CoE from farmer Tegibanze Innocent and the KOAKAKA Co-Op in Southern Rwanda; The CoE from Farmer Jorge Odonez’s farm La Burra, located in the El Paraiso region of Eastern Honduras; and the Award winning CoE from farmer Roger Calderon Fallas whose farm, La Montana, is located 1400 meters high in mountains of the  Tarrazu region of Costa Rica. These coffees were bought to support the Cup of Excellence program, a non-profit organization whose competition selects the very best coffee produced in each country for that particular year. The Cup of Excellence program builds the bridge between the high quality farmer, the high quality roaster and eventually the consumer who finds coffees he truly loves and at the same time knows that the farmer has been well compensated.

Guatemala – Santa Felisa Estate – La Organica

This washed coffee from the Acatenango Valley is OCIA Certified Organic and is grown by Brother & sister, Antonio & Anabella Meneses. Their diligent efforts give this certified coffee a wonderful fruit fragrance, peach sweetness, a creamy body & a green apple acidity $16.50/lb

Sumatra Lintong, Red Goni – Double Select

The exotic spicy sweetness of this Indonesian classic is enhanced by a nice body and soft acidity.  Caramel &  chocolate comes out in the body, as well as a nice red berry sweet acidity, as a Full City Roast; that turns to dark chocolate and caramel in a Brazil Roast.$15.50/lb

Organic Honduras – Saul Melara, El Pinabetal

Grown at 1700m high, this coffee from the Ocotepeque region has been lovingly cared for by Saúl Melara Santos and his family. It has an amazing melon & green apple aroma with sweet spice balancing that green apple tartness. This Multi-Cup of Excellence award winner leaves you with a syrupy sweet long aftertaste.  We continue to work with Saul & his family again for the 4th year and are proud to be a part of this coffee family! Sample one of the best coffee’s in the world! $18.00/lb

Honduras – Finca San Jose

From the Santa Barbara region of Honduras comes a direct trade coffee from a good friend; Farmer & Agriculturalist Jose Arnold Paz. Arnold takes the most thoughtful and rigorous care of his coffee from seedling to plant, and does all the processing of the coffee you enjoy drinking. His farm & processing are an inspiration to what is possible in quality cultivation. This coffee has a smooth body with notes of sweet citrus and nuts that presents itself as a lush acidity that charms your tongue. $14.00/lb

Organic Dominican Republic – Barahona

A Fair Trade certified Organic with a nice heavy malt-like aroma. In the cup it is smooth, smoky, rich, dark chocolate mouthfeel with a hint of toasted almond.

$15.75/lb

Organic Peru Penachi – Cafe Femenino

A wildly popular Shade Grown coffee, this flavorful, full-bodied organic has a richness to rival Kenya AA, but with its own unique Andean style. The aroma is enchanting, the flavor holds a pleasing woody character with a clean, calm finish, and the acidity is highly flattering to the cup. OCIA Certified NOP. SMBC Fair Trade. $15.75/lb

Midnight Oil Blend

A delightfully deep and re-charging blend of Sumatra coffee of varying roast. It has a smoky aroma, a heavy body and a reasonably low acidity. $14.50/lb

Decaf Colombia

Finding good decaf is hard – but we have found one that stands up to the process. This high grade bean has a plenty of body, with a spicy and chocolate flavor and a floral aroma. Bold and wonderful with milk, it is excellent for espresso! $14.75/lb

Espresso Blend

We are justly proud of our Espresso Blend, and we take great pains to ensure its excellence. Our carefully selected medley of light & dark roasted coffees creates a spicy caramel flavor ideal for cappuccino and caffe latte. The crema is rich and velvety, and the aroma is remarkable with a nice hint of citrus acidity. Properly prepared, this coffee is highly addictive. $16.00/lb

Organic Honduras – Francisco Moran

I first had this coffee in the Honduras Cup of Excellence, and then met with farmer Francisco Moran to see if he would be willing to sell me all of his crop…it is that good! All of Francisco’s hard work is evident in this wonderfully sweet, citrus and peach coffee with a creamy caramel base that gives it good body & mouthfeel. $16.75/lb

Open Eye Bumper Sticker

Let everyone who is following too closely to your car know you buy the best coffee (and know the coolest people). Weather resistant vinyl stickers that are easily removable (for those with commitment fears) and won’t damage your car. $2.00

Open Eye Cafe Diner Mugs

Flash back to the comfort of your favorite diner… except the coffee is delicious and the mug is stylish! Now you can recreate that feeling at home or the office with this high quality ceramic version that makes sipping your favorite drink so relaxing. Rhinestone studded glass chain & name tag not included…. $8.00

Open Eye Cafe Custom Socks

These socks, made by Defeet out of Hildebrand, NC, are amazingly technical and made with athletics in mind…but you don’t need to know that! All you need to know is they are comfy, cushion your feet & look cool!….
M, L & XL only available
$12.00

Open Eye Cafe Custom Gloves

These Merino Wool gloves are sure to keep you warm even during record snow falls! Stylish, and featuring no-slip grippies on the palms, these gloves from NC company DeFeet are sure to be your favorite go-to glove for all the action. Cyclist & runners have used them for years, but all those beloved features work for everyone’s hands!
L & XL only available
$15.00

Open Eye Cafe T-Shirts

A limited run of amazing American Apparel shirts designed by Barista Miles Murray, allow you to show off your Open Eye Cafe pride in a stylish way.
S, M, L, XL available
$25.00

Open Eye Cafe Stainless Steel Travel Mug

Our finest Stainless Steel coffee mug… Double walled for temperature insulation with a great sealing top, comfortable handle, and a base that fits most cars. 16oz
$20.00

Open Eye Cafe Gift Card

Give the gift of coffee, tea & more… Re-chargable gift cards that can be used once or recharged with a personal account. Stylish and practical and shows you care!
Create a gift card in any amount you wish (minimum $5).

2011 Open Eye Cafe Cycling Jerseys by VOLER !!!

A different color scheme and the amazing quality from VOLER make this one of the best purchases of the year!

Hidden 3/4 zip, raglan sleeve and incredible comfort….made in the USA!!