We get asked from time to time about our focus on direct trade when we talk about how we get our coffee beans. "What is direct trade?" “Why does direct trade coffee matter?" One of our most common responses is that direct trade helps farmers earn a higher profit margin. That higher profit margin allows them to put more money back into their communities. Yes, we want our farmers to make more money. This helps them build a more sustainable lifestyle, but the real answer to why direct trade goes much deeper than that. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ Coffee harvest happens once a year and it’s not an easy task. Gather ..read more

One simple ingredient makes up every cup of Well-Bean Coffee: 100% Arabica Beans. You’re probably saying to yourself, “that’s great! What are Arabica beans?" Arabica beans are 1 of over 100 different coffee species in the world. They make up more than 70% of the world’s coffee production.  Where do Arabica Beans Come From? Arabica beans are said to have originated in Ethiopia but are now grown in coffee-suitable regions throughout the world. High-elevation between 800 and 2200 meters is required for successful growth. The high-elevation requirement can cause a few hiccups. Due to t ..read more

At first, coffee subscriptions may seem overwhelming. It can be hard to predetermine the amount of coffee you may need to satisfy the needs of everyone in your household. That's why we're writing this blog! Think of us as your personal coffee calculator. We're here to help you choose the best type of subscription for consumption of coffee for your household! The best part about our Well-Bean Coffee subscription is that you get to control how much coffee to order and how often it ships! You can change the amount and frequency at anytime by simply logging into your account.  Let's ..read more

Cold brew is a popular summer drink, but even in fall, sometimes people can't resist a good cold brew coffee! We are sure that you've seen those words pop up a lot lately, but if you're wondering what exactly is cold brew coffee and why would anyone want to drink their coffee with a chill...keep reading!  Nick, our expert roaster here at Well-Bean Coffee says the taste of cold brew is quite different than a regularly brewed coffee. You'll notice that it's more mellow when it hits your taste buds. The final product is sweeter and smoother. Cold brew is less acidic with a little less b ..read more

You have finally converted to the whole bean lifestyle! We’re sending you a virtual high-five! Now that you’re up for the task of grinding coffee beans at home, let’s talk about how to find the perfect grind size for your coffee brew method.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Grind size?!?! What in the world.... yup, grind size plays a huge role in the taste of your coffee and the kind of brewing method you’re using. There are a variety of grind sizes from extra fine to coarse. Don’t stress though, that’s what we’re here for! We’re going to walk you through a few today. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ *Coarse grind means ..read more

“Oh, that’s so cute that you work for your husband.” “Um, no” “Your dad?” “Um, no!” Well-Bean Coffee Roasters is proud to be a woman-owned coffee roaster from Wake Forest, North Carolina. The best part is that we’re doing big things and loving every minute of it! Have you seen our essential oils infused coffee? Or our hilarious dollar shave club parody? If not, we’ll point you to those later! Right now, we want to sit down and have a big chat with all you strong, determined, beautiful, incredible women out there! Every single one of you has the potential to be anything you want to be. 1 ..read more

Well-Bean is a woman-owned business without the snooty attitude. We build other women up and cheer them on. We embrace our hot mess moments and pat ourselves on the back when we slay the day. We’ve designed coffee that empowers people to be better and do better. That’s why we’re excited to inspire your career aspirations and entrepreneur mindset through other coffee lovers with big dreams. So, go ahead and pour yourself a fresh cup of coffee...we’ll wait! Then, come on back and be inspired by our latest coffee-loving babe. Meet Anna Anna is a North Carolina native, marketing gu ..read more

Have you ever truly experienced a connection with your coffee? You might think we’re crazy for asking that question. “Of course I feel a connection with my coffee. Every morning when I take that first sip.” That may be true, but a true connection and appreciation for coffee doesn’t happen with the touch of a button. It happens when all of your senses get to take in your love of coffee. That’s where the French Press brewing method comes in! Normal drip brewing is satisfying and we do it too. But, there is something about the entire process of French Press that changes a coffee lover. From gr ..read more

We're so excited to share the recent interview Melissa did with The Millenial Source which dives deep into the journey of Well-Bean Coffee and the positive impact its making not only on sustaining coffee farms, but enriching lives through health & wellness for the families connected to them. Well-Bean Coffee started after it's founder Melissa Brown took a 2012 trip to Nicaragua. A fun excursion to a coffee farm turned into a mission & 9 years later Melissa's "bright idea" moment is still making an impact. Read Melissa's story here and find out more about how every purchase of Well-Be ..read more

Coffee. Coffee. Coffee. It’s hard to ignore the heavenly sound that brews through your drip coffee maker every morning. The result is a warm, luscious cup of great-tasting coffee.  Except… there may be something hiding within the magic of that cup. It’s called mold.  We bet that if you’re holding a cup of that goodness right now, you just cringed, didn’t you? We certainly aren’t here to ruin your coffee drinking experience. We’re coffee lovers too! Every morning we savor our long sips before the day begins when we roast and package your coffee and get it ready to ship right to your ..read more