News – Walcha Coffee

Coffee fermentation has transformed specialty coffee, creating bold new flavour experiences and sparking passionate debate across the industry. From co-ferments and anaerobic processing to traditional washed and dark roasted coffees,... Read more...

Precision in the Pit: The Technical Battle Behind Our 2026 Golden Bean Medals

There is a specific kind of energy that hummed through Newcastle this February. It was not just the coastal humidity or the surf, it was the collective caffeine-fueled intensity... Read more...

Why We’re Roasting the Same Coffee 10 Different Ways (And What We're Learning)

If you walked into our roastery right now, you'd think we'd lost our minds. The same coffee beans , roasted again and again and again. Different temperatures. Different time... Read more...

Quick fix cheat sheet for freshly roasted coffee beans including rest time, grind fresh, storage tips and water temperature guide.

7 Mistakes You're Making with Freshly Roasted Coffee Beans (and How to Fix Them)

7 Mistakes You're Making with Freshly Roasted Coffee Beans (and How to Fix Them) Look, we get it. You’ve invested in beautiful, freshly roasted coffee beans — maybe even a... Read more...

What Makes a High-Value Barista?

High-value baristas are not defined by latte art — they are the people who lift the whole café. They understand flavour, work with calm efficiency, take initiative, and treat customers... Read more...

An Open Letter to our Walcha Coffee Community

A win at the Business NSW State Awards is never just about a trophy. For Walcha Coffee it’s a reminder of late nights, family effort, quiet faithfulness, and a community... Read more...

Walcha Coffee wins Excellence in Micro Business — and NSW Business of the Year

Walcha Coffee has been named NSW Business of the Year and winner of Excellence in Micro Business at the 2025 Business NSW State Business Awards, held at ICC Sydney on... Read more...

Are used coffee grounds good for your garden?

Spring’s the perfect time to get your hands dirty — and your coffee grounds too. At Walcha Coffee, we’re often asked whether used coffee grounds are good for the garden.... Read more...

Regional Latte Art Smackdown Comes to Walcha

Walcha hosts the first-ever Regional Latte Art Smackdown, with big prizes, youth competitions, cupping sessions, and specialty coffee events. Read more...

ADC Regional Latte Art Smackdown – Walcha September 24

ADC Regional Latte Art Smackdown – Walcha (Update)

ADC Regional Latte Art Smackdown – Walcha (Update) When: 24 SeptemberWhere: Walcha Coffee Roastery, 4n Derby St, Walcha NSWEvent page: Eventbrite – grab your spot Read more...

Walcha Coffee Thunderbolt Blend 250g whole beans – award-winning specialty coffee from Walcha NSW

The Story Behind Walcha Coffee’s Thunderbolt Blend

Bold coffee with a bold history. Walcha Coffee’s Thunderbolt Blend is inspired by the legendary bushranger Captain Thunderbolt and roasted right here in Walcha, NSW. Discover the story behind this... Read more...