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05/12/2022
This coffee is from the Esteli, Madrid, Nueva Segovia region and has hints of citric with cocoa and lemon grass flavors.
Hickory Wood-Fire Roasted
-Great for Espresso
Origin: Nicaragua
Region: Esteli, Madriz, Nueva Segovia
Farm: Various small holder farmer members of PRODECOOP
Varietal: Bourbon, Typica, Caturra, Catimor
Altitude: 1250 - 1350 MASL
Processing: Washed
27/11/2022
Bright sweet flavors with the rich smell of honey come together perfectly with these beans from a microlot known for its speciality coffee. Grown in an area near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and forest, a protected primeval forest in the Kanugu District. Sweet citrus, mild berry and dark cocoa make for an exciting brew with this exceptional Uganda coffee.
Source: Uganda
Region: Bwindi, Kanugu District
Farm: Various smallholder farmers
Variety: SL-28
Processing: Natural
Program: Microlot
Gorilla Summit Coffee is a project founded by Gerald K. Mbabazi in 2012 with the express mission to allow farmers to earn better income on their coffee. The initiative began in the village of Kanugu, where local producers were only able to find local buyers at exceptionally low prices—sometimes less than $0.05 per pound. By offering training in order to improve farming and harvesting techniques, as well as building a cherry receiving station and installing modern processing equipment, Gorilla Summit Coffee was able to help farmers produce higher-quality coffee, and has helped bring this region of Uganda to the forefront of specialty coffee in the country.
In addition to higher overall prices for their coffee, farmers are also eligible for other livelihood-improvement programs such as educational opportunities for youth, diversification projects like chicken farming, and access to community health care.
These coffees are grown in an area near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and forest, a protected primeval forest that reaches elevations up to 2,600 meters.
26/11/2022
This coffee is from the Shakiso, Oromia region with a clean berry, floral and citrus fruits and a touch of tart citric acidity.
Country: Eithiopia
Region: Shakiso, Oromia
Farm: Kayon Mountain Coffee Farm
Varietal: Heirloom Ethiopian
Altitude: 1900 - 2200 MASL
Processing: Natural
Weight: 12oz
- Hickory Wood-Fire Roasted
17/04/2022
Happy (Easter) Sunday🐰
11/02/2022
03/01/2022
New Year, new sale! Use code 2022 for 22%off now through the end of the month. Happy New Year💙
20/12/2021
If you haven't heard our friends at Golden Dagger are picking up the pieces from a devastating fire that happened a couple weeks back... The venue has undergone many interior damages, and they will be closed for the foreseeable future. Please consider donating to the GoFundMe as they continue to navigate the recovery.
11/26/21 This morning, Golden Dagger suffered from a building fire. Thankfully no em… Donnie Biggins needs your support for Golden Dagger Fire & Recovery
19/12/2021
Need a present for a coffee lover, but not sure what brew they prefer? Can’t remember whether or not they have brew gear at home? Look no further. Our gift card can be applied to purchases of any item in our store.
Available in $20, $50, $75 and $100 values. Gift card code will be emailed upon purchase.
https://www.skylightcoffeecompany.com/product/e-gift-card
18/12/2021
It’s never too late for a holiday gift! Order now for guaranteed local delivery in Chicago before December 25. Make sure to use the online shopping code HOLIDAY for free delivery!
14/12/2021
Get your orders in by this FRIDAY December 17th for guaranteed delivery by December 25th. Use code HOLIDAY for free shipping through December 31🎄
11/12/2021
Our friends Metric Coffee doing some cool things out west this weekend!
11/12/2021
We are excited to introduce BURNING EMBERS - ESPRESSO our take on an old world classic. Some of our favorite coffees take you around the world and with this 6 bean blend from Africa, Central and South America. Our hickory wood-fire roast crafts an agreeable balance of bold flavors to create the perfect espresso blend… Click shop link below to purchase. ☕️
https://www.skylightcoffeecompany.com/product/burning-embers-espresso-blend
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Public transport: Take the 68 bus which goes towards downtown and get off at the 4th and Main stop. From there, walk two blocks north on Main St until you reach a big red brick building with a sign that says "Coffee Shop" outside.
Driving/parking: Take the freeway exit for downtown and head east on 5th St. Turn left onto Main St and continue for two blocks. Look for a big red brick building with a sign that says "Coffee Shop" outside. There is a parking lot located behind the building, accessible from 1st St.
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Skylight Coffee is a coffee shop that offers small batch, single-origin, wood-fire roasted coffee. Their attention to detail in sourcing their beans from specific regions and farms results in a unique and flavorful experience with every cup. The Nicaraguan coffee has hints of citric with cocoa and lemon grass flavors, while the Ethiopian coffee boasts clean berry, floral, and citrus fruit notes with a touch of tart citric acidity. Both are hickory wood-fire roasted, making them perfect for espresso. Skylight Coffee also offers a discount code for the new year, making it an even more enticing option for coffee lovers. Additionally, they show support for their community by promoting a GoFundMe campaign for a neighboring business affected by a fire. Overall, Skylight Coffee not only delivers exceptional coffee but also demonstrates their commitment to their community.
