Common Knowledge

The Importance of Barista Training
The best coffee program in the world can fall flat if it isn’t in the right hands. Specialty beans, world-class equipment, a thoughtful menu, it all comes down to the barista behind the machine. They’re not just making drinks; they’re...
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2025 Holiday Gift Guide
This season, Common Room Roasters brings you a curated collection of gifts designed for the coffee lovers in your life. From single-origin subscriptions to precision equipment, every piece reflects our belief that great coffee starts with intention and ends in...
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The Rise of Non-Coffee Drinks
Specialty coffee isn’t going anywhere, but the café menu is evolving. Across the country, operators are expanding beyond the espresso machine to meet a growing demand for variety, wellness, and innovative flavor experiences. Matcha lattes, turmeric tonics, chai teas, kombuchas,...
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Best Coffee Beans For Espresso
Espresso is the most concentrated form of coffee. Brewed under pressure, it draws out every nuance from sweetness, to acidity, and body. It is both a science and an art form. At Common Room Roasters, our Signature Blends are designed to...
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Natural Coffee Process
Natural Coffee Processing by Common Room Roasters Every cup of coffee tells a story from origin, through processing, and into your cup. It's a transformation of fruit into flavor. At Common Room Roasters, we believe that great coffee begins long...
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