Lakeside Coffee Co

08/13/2025

06/29/2025

Brew in the spirit of Northern Michigan with Sleeping Bear Gold—a medium roast crafted to reflect the calm, golden glow of sunrise over the dunes. With smooth notes of chocolate and sweet honey, this 100% Arabica blend is mellow, flavorful, and endlessly drinkable. Sourced ethically from small far...

02/25/2025

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02/11/2025

Master the Moka Pot: A Perfect Brew Every Time! ☕🔥

The Moka Pot is a timeless classic that brings the rich flavors of espresso right to your kitchen. Ready to make a café-quality cup of coffee at home? Here's our simple Moka Pot brew plan to help you get it just right:

Prep the Moka Pot:
Start with clean, dry parts. Fill the bottom chamber with fresh, cold water up to the safety valve – no higher!

Add the Coffee:
Use a medium-fine grind (slightly coarser than espresso grind). Fill the filter basket evenly, but don’t press it down. A heaping tablespoon (about 7-8g) per shot works great!

Assemble & Heat:
Put the top chamber on tightly, and place the Moka Pot on the stove over medium heat. You want a steady simmer, not a roaring boil. Keep an eye on it!

The Brewing Sound:
When you hear a hissing, bubbling sound, the magic is happening! It means the coffee is almost ready.

Enjoy the Pour:
Once the bubbling slows down to a gurgle, remove the Moka Pot from the heat. Pour your freshly brewed coffee into a cup – smooth, rich, and full of flavor!

✨ Pro Tip: For extra richness, preheat your Moka Pot with a little hot water before brewing!

Let us know: What's your favorite coffee to brew with a Moka Pot? Or, share your favorite Moka Pot moments with us! ☕❤️

02/08/2025

Bean to Cup: The Journey of Your Perfect Brew ☕

From the moment a coffee bean is harvested to when it reaches your cup, there’s a story of craftsmanship, passion, and flavor. At Lakeside Coffee, we take pride in every step of this journey. Here's how we bring you the freshest, most flavorful coffee:

1️⃣ Sourcing the Best Beans – We carefully select beans from ethical farms that produce high-quality coffee. 2️⃣ Roasting Perfection – Our roasting process is an art form, bringing out the unique flavors in every batch. 3️⃣ Freshness Matters – We roast our beans in small batches to ensure optimal freshness and taste. 4️⃣ Brew & Enjoy – Finally, it's your turn to brew a cup of coffee that’s crafted to perfection.

Experience the magic of the bean-to-cup process every time you enjoy our coffee. Cheers to quality in every sip!

02/03/2025

☕️ How to Brew the Perfect Cup of Coffee with a Pour-Over ☕️

If you're looking to elevate your coffee game, try the pour-over method! It's a simple and rewarding way to brew a clean, flavorful cup. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Gather Your Supplies:

Freshly ground coffee (medium grind)
Hot water (just off the boil, about 200°F)
A pour-over coffee maker (like a Chemex or V60)
Filter paper
A kettle (preferably a gooseneck for control)

Prepare Your Setup:
Place your pour-over on a mug or carafe.
Insert a filter and rinse it with hot water to remove any paper taste and preheat your cup.

Add Coffee Grounds:
Use 1-2 tablespoons of coffee for every 6 oz of water (adjust to your taste).
Pour the grounds into the filter, leveling them off for an even brew.
Bloom the Coffee:

Pour just a small amount of water (about double the amount of coffee) over the grounds to allow them to "bloom." Let it sit for 30 seconds—this allows the coffee to release CO2 and improves extraction.
Brew:

Slowly pour the remaining water in a circular motion, starting from the center and spiraling outward. Pour gently and consistently, ensuring all the grounds are evenly saturated.

Enjoy: Once the water has drained through, remove the filter and enjoy your freshly brewed coffee!
It may take a bit of practice, but the results are totally worth it! ☕️ What's your favorite coffee brewing method? Let me know in the comments!

02/02/2025

Explore the rich flavors of freshly roasted coffee delivered right to your doorstep. Savor the aroma and taste the difference with every cup!

Rwenzori Mountain Coffee 🌄☕

This Ugandan coffee is grown in fertile soils along the border of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where ideal conditions produce consistently high-quality beans. This coffee features a full body with strawberry, mango and wine notes making it perfect to drink black or to use as a cold brew. Taste the journey from mountain peaks to your mug — elevate your coffee experience today!

$13.00

https://lakesidecoffeecompany.com/shop/ols/products/xn--rwenzori-mountain-coffee--0h8ru5760h

02/02/2025

Aromatic coffee awaits at your fingertips, ready to elevate your mornings. Dive into our freshly roasted selections and find your perfect brew at lakesidecoffeecompany.com.

01/30/2025

At Lakeside Coffee Company, we’re committed to sustainability and craftsmanship in every cup. That’s why we’ve partnered with Bext360, a cutting-edge technology that brings full transparency to our coffee sourcing. By leveraging blockchain and AI, Bext360 ensures that smallholder farmers receive fair compensation while allowing you to trace your coffee’s journey from farm to roast.

Discover how we’re using innovation to support ethical practices and elevate your coffee experience. Read Our Latest Blog Post Here.

Join us in brewing a better future—one cup at a time!

https://lakesidecoffeecompany.com/f/balancing-sustainability-and-craftmanship-in-coffee-roasting

11/11/2023

We're excited to say we're selling coffee at Runyan's tree farm in Clio, really cool people selling a lot of great Christmas products!

09/02/2023