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All bulk coffee beans are custom roasted per order. We roast only the finest 100% Arabica gourmet coffees from all over the world.
We offer Super-Automatic, Automatic, and Semi-Automatic commercial espresso machines. Available for lease or purchase.
From syrups and sauces, to frappe mixes, to chai tea, we have the flavors to deliver the perfect experience for every customer.
At Kaldi Gourmet Coffee Roasters, we know that starting your own coffee shop can be overwhelming. We understand you're looking for a comprehensive list where you can find all the coffee shop products, commercial equipment, and roasted coffee beans you need to begin. That's why Kaldi.com is your ultimate partner for success!

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Find Out All The Materials Needed To Start A Coffee Shop

Operating a coffee shop has a lot of ins and outs to keep it running smoothly. On top of the basic coffee needs, you need to be sure that you have your coffee shop equipped with the highest quality machines. Whether you're just about to start up your own shop or you've been at it for years, it never hurts to examine all of the materials needed to open a coffee shop.

One of the first things to keep in mind is how much coffee you think you'll be serving in an hour. Daily quotas can be important benchmark for your weekly inventory, but nailing down how much coffee you'll serve in an hour contributes heavily to your customer satisfaction. When you have a good estimate of your hourly coffee needs then you know how many coffee pots you should have on hand. This means you can work around how many brewers, carafes and urns to have in your inventory.

This hourly thinking goes beyond your coffee needs. You will have to keep track of how much regular and decaf, but also your drink specials. If you have a lot of drinks with an espresso base (like frappes), a commercial espresso machine is a valuable investment. Consider how many cups of espresso you'll need at any given time to decide on your purchasing decision. A single cup espresso machine works for low volume stores, but higher volume coffee shops will need a multi-cup espresso maker. Don't forget to make sure the machines you are interested in meet your power requirements and you can meet theirs.

After you have a number of needed machines and materials nailed down, you have to think about your best buying options. For some people, buying is the right options. Others feel safer leasing or renting their coffee equipment. Paying in full up front for your equipment isn't for everyone. A big initial investment can take a big chunk out of your wallet. Leasing has the advantage of tax incentives.

There are many other considerations that you'll have, but these aforementioned concerns should be dealt with upfront. Once you have gone over all of your needs then you can make your list of the equipment your coffee shop needs. Kaldi can get all of the materials you need to start your coffee shop equipment needs. Kaldi.com sells only the highest quality machines and supplies for your coffee shop.


Starter Coffees

With over 25 years of experience helping people just like you open up their first coffee shop, we have discovered that the most successful ones offer these options:

Espresso

For customers who enjoy milk-based coffee beverages (such as Lattes, Cappuccinos, etc.)

We recommend:
Full City Roast Espresso Kaldi Blend Whole Bean

House Blend

A quality house blend represents your coffee house and will be your staple.

We recommend:
City Roast Carolina Morning Blend Whole Bean

Decaf House Blend

For your customers that enjoy the taste of coffee without the kick of caffeine.

We recommend:
Decaf City Roast Carolina Morning Blend Whole Bean

African Coffee

It's important to offer different regions. African coffees offer a bright, citrusy cup of coffee.

We recommend:
Full City Roast Ethiopian Harrar Whole Bean

Latin American Coffee

Latin coffees provide nutty and chocolatey flavors with less acidity than other coffees.

We recommend:
City Roast Costa Rican Tarrazu Papagayo Whole Bean

Indonesian Coffee

Bring some boldness into your coffee shop with rich Indonesian coffees.

We recommend:
French Roast Sumatran Mandheling Whole Bean

Feeling Overwhelmed?

Overwhelmed by the choice of commercial espresso and coffee equipment? We know, it's a big decision. Our experience since 1995 ensures we can assist you in choosing the perfect machines to meet your needs. Get in touch with us now to receive a free quote and all our commercial equipment recommendations.
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