Colombia Part 1

We are commonly asked how we source our coffee. We get questions like, “Do you buy directly?” and “are the farmers being paid an honorable price?” We take pride in sourcing responsibly, but answers...

2022: A Year in Review

That’s a wrap on 2022! It was another jam-packed, fun-filled, whirlwind of a year, and we couldn’t be more grateful for all that it brought us. From the launch of our new recyclable packaging, to o...

Meet Our (Dramatic) Family

Allow us to introduce ourselves, we’re Matt and Laura Adams, and we’re the owners of Backyard Beans Coffee Co. Our family consists of three wild children and sometimes we encounter drama. So, in or...

Make Your Own Cold Brew

Syrupy, sweet, rich, and ice cold. Not that we needed it, but here's further proof that there’s nothing wrong with a lazy, cold brew–just some coffee grinds, cold water, and a little time. And, Laz...

A Reason to Recycle

Wondering why we made the switch from compostable to recyclable LDPE (low density polyethylene) coffee bags? A lot went into this decision, but the quick version is this–with limited municipal comp...

Coffee Grind Settings Guide with Video Tips

Learn with Backyard Beans Coffee Co. On this episode we'll teach you about the importance of coffee grind sizes. Know when to use a fine grind or a coarse grind in your recipes.

Pour Over Iced Coffee Recipe

We all love a good iced coffee, and with the warmer days coming ahead we created this easy tutorial on how to make the best pour over iced coffee at home.

What to Drink in Season

First, a little horticulture background. The coffee we roast comes from a flowering plant called Coffea Arabica, grown at latitudes close to the equator and at high altitudes where the weather is c...

Backyard Beans Wrapped: 2021 Edition

Wow, it’s been quite a year! And a good year, at that. Despite some challenges, we’ve had many high notes mixed in—new staff members, lots of growth, fresh equipment, behind-the-scenes remodels, an...

Portch Tea, Cold Brew, and Growlers

Portch Tea Kombucha is on tap at Backyard Beans! Come on into a Backyard Beans Cafe location to get your growler filled. We now offer TWO kombucha flavors from local favorites Portch Tea. For thos...