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A single-origin coffee is one place in the cup, instead of a blend. The list changes as coffees sell through, so an older origin article can name bags that are no longer on the site. This one sticks to single origins that are visible at Old Crown Coffee Roasters right now. They are already roasted and ready to ship. Browse them by shelf: African coffee, coffee from the Americas, and Asian coffee. Roast level still matters. The roast-level guide explains the numbers used below. Africa Ethiopia …

If you are setting up espresso at home, start with the coffee the shop already uses for it. Espresso Blend 101 is described as the backbone of the Old Crown espresso bar. It is a level 6 dark roast, inspired by traditional northern Italian espresso. The page says it shines in milk drinks such as lattes and cappuccinos, and that it also does well in a French press, an AeroPress, or a drip brewer. The aromatics on the page are brown butter, baker's chocolate, and toasted bread. The cup is full-b …

Most decaf searches start from a simple problem. You want a real cup in the afternoon or after dinner, and you do not want the buzz. Old Crown has one decaf on the shelf for that: No Caffeine Here Blend. The page is plain about what it is. It is a decaffeinated coffee for people who want the flavor without the caffeine. It is a level 6 dark roast, the same roast number as Espresso Blend 101. The aromatics listed are broth, molasses, and cocoa powder. The cup is full-bodied, with wood smoke, da …

Roast level is the fastest way to narrow a coffee menu. A higher number is not a better coffee. It only tells you how far that coffee was roasted. Lighter coffees keep more of what the green coffee tasted like. Darker coffees taste more of the roast itself: sweetness from caramelized sugars, and sometimes smoke. Every coffee at Old Crown Coffee Roasters lists a roast level on its page. What is for sale right now runs from level 2, a light roast, to level 9 on Ninth Degree of Darkness. Those co …

Dark Roast Beans: Why the 9th Degree Delivers Bold Flavor At Old Crown Roasters, our Ninth Degree Coffee pushes the boundaries of taste. Our dark roast beans represent the pinnacle of that journey — rich, smoky, and full of character. If you love a cup that stands up to milk, sugar, or a long sip on a cool morning, this is the roast for you. What Makes a Dark Roast Special? Dark roasting takes coffee beans further than lighter profiles. As the beans reach higher temperatures, they develop …

The Importance of Water Quality in Brewing Coffee: Minerals, TDS, and the Perfect Cup Water makes up over 98% of your cup of coffee, yet it’s one of the most overlooked factors in brewing. The right water can elevate your beans to their full potential — bright, balanced, and flavorful — while the wrong water can leave even the best coffee tasting flat, bitter, or muddy. In this guide, we’ll break down why mineral content matters, what the ideal water profile looks like, a …

Choosing the Right Grind for Your Coffee: A Guide to Our Pre-Ground Options At Old Crown Coffee Shop, we believe the perfect cup starts with understanding how grind size affects extraction. Grind size determines how quickly hot water pulls flavors, oils, and compounds from the beans. Too fine, and you risk over-extraction and bitterness; too coarse, and the brew can taste weak or sour. We offer Whole Bean as our top recommendation, plus several pre-ground options tailored to popular brewing meth …

Why We Love Medium Roasts (And Why You Might Too) In a world of super-light pour-overs and ultra-dark espresso bombs, our Medium Blends often fly under the radar — but they’re the true workhorses of the coffee world. Medium roasts strike that perfect balance: enough development to bring out deep, caramelized sweetness and body, while preserving the bright, complex flavors that make coffee exciting. They’re versatile, approachable, and incredibly satisfying. What Makes a Great M …

The Journey from Farm to Cup: Why Coffee Origins Matter Every cup of coffee tells a story — one that begins high in the mountains, under specific sunlight, soil, and rainfall conditions. At Old Crown, we believe understanding the origin of your coffee makes every sip more meaningful. Why Origins Matter Terroir (the unique combination of soil, climate, and altitude) gives each region its signature flavor profile. Single-origin coffees let you taste the distinct personality of a place &mdas …

Welcome to the Old Crown Coffee Blog! Hey there, coffee friends! We’re thrilled to finally launch the Old Crown Coffee Roasters blog — a place where we can share our passion for great coffee, roasting stories, brewing tips, and everything in between. Since 1999, we’ve been Fort Wayne’s go-to small-batch roaster, focused on bringing out the very best in every bean using nothing but heat, time, and a whole lot of love. No artificial flavors, ever — just the incredible …