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What beans are you buying for espresso and how much do they cost? (self.coffee)

submitted 2 years ago by neanderthal to c/coffee

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I am currently using Stumptown Founder's blend. It is a bit pricey and is Light-Medium at around 15-16 dollars at Target here in the US.

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[–] NatureLover 2 points 2 years ago

Quality un-roasted green beans tend to be in the range of $6 to $8 a pound. On a light roast, about 15% of the weight is lost in roasting. $6 to $8 a pound un-roasted coffee turns into $6.90 to $9.20 a pound roasted. This doesn't include cost of the equipment, wear and tear and electricity.

It seems like the going price of artisanal roasted coffee is $12 to $18 pound. IMO, is completely justifiable to charge based on their wholesale cost of goods and labor costs these days.