Business Details
20 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Specialty Coffee Roasters in Banbridge, County Down
Established in 2006, we pioneered specialty coffee roasting in Northern Ireland when dark roasts dominated the market. Our journey began with a 10kg roaster named Rosie, which laid the foundation for our commitment to light roasts, quality, and freshness. Over 18 years, we've evolved with modern Giesen equipment while maintaining our core values of ethical sourcing and sustainability. Our certified Q Grader, Jonny, ensures exceptional sensory evaluation of green coffee through direct trade relationships with global growers. We deliver freshly roasted specialty coffee in recyclable packaging, supporting cafes, restaurants, and hotels across Ireland. Our comprehensive service includes supplying commercial espresso machines from brands like Rancilio and La Marzocco, alongside SCA-certified barista training programs.Our engineering team provides rapid response support for coffee machine breakdowns, ensuring uninterrupted service for our clients. Sustainability drives our operations, from eco-friendly manufacturing to carbon footprint reduction through Belfast-based shipping. With a dedicated team spanning years of experience, we combine technical expertise with personal service, delivering tailored solutions to meet individual client needs. Our reputation for excellence in both product quality and customer support continues to grow through in-person deliveries and hands-on training sessions.
Services
Coffee Roasting
Machinery Supply
Barista Training
Equipment Service
Sustainability Initiatives
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Certified Q Grader on staff for expert coffee evaluation
- Direct trade relationships with global coffee growers
- Sustainable practices across roasting and packaging
- 24/7 emergency coffee machine support available
- SCA-certified barista training programs with latte art instruction
Associations and certifications
- Q Grader
- Speciality Coffee Association (SCA)
Services
Coffee Roasting
We roast specialty grade coffee using Giesen equipment, focusing on small-batch precision. Our Q Grader ensures optimal flavor profiles through meticulous sensory evaluation. Ethically sourced beans arrive directly in Belfast, reducing carbon footprint while maintaining freshness.
Machinery Supply
Supplying commercial espresso machines from Rancilio and La Marzocco, we offer tailored solutions for cafes and restaurants. Our packages include premium grinders and comprehensive support for equipment installation and maintenance.
Barista Training
SCA-certified training programs cover latte art and barista certification. Regular skills support ensures staff maintain high standards in coffee preparation and customer service across hospitality venues.
Equipment Service
Our engineering team provides rapid response for coffee machine breakdowns. Regular maintenance services ensure uninterrupted operation for commercial clients throughout Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Sustainability Initiatives
We implement environmentally friendly manufacturing processes and use recyclable packaging. Direct shipping from Belfast minimizes carbon emissions while supporting sustainable coffee industry practices.
People
Jonny
Q Grader & Roaster
Certified Q Grader with expertise in sensory evaluation of green coffee. Oversees small-batch roasting to highlight unique bean characteristics while maintaining ethical sourcing standards.
Questions
How do you ensure coffee quality?
Our certified Q Grader conducts rigorous sensory evaluations, and we use precision Giesen roasters for small-batch processing that preserves bean integrity.
Do you offer training for new baristas?
Yes, we provide SCA-certified training programs including latte art instruction and barista certification for hospitality staff.
What areas do you serve?
We deliver to cafes, restaurants, and hotels across Ireland and Northern Ireland, with emergency support available in Belfast and surrounding regions.
How sustainable are your practices?
We use recyclable packaging, eco-friendly manufacturing, and direct Belfast shipping to reduce carbon footprint while maintaining ethical grower partnerships.
Can I purchase equipment directly?
Yes, we supply commercial espresso machines from leading brands like Rancilio and La Marzocco with tailored support packages available for purchase or rental.
Reviews (4)
David Porter
Jul 22, 2020
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Outstanding coffee, and a very helpful and friendly service - can't recommend Ristretto highly enough. I have bought coffee from them for several years now, and the quality is consistently superb. I particularly recommend their Kenyan/ Rwandan varietals, but I appreciate that is down to personal taste. Delivery has been prompt even during the current COVID lockdown.
Shona Isbister
Jun 01, 2020
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We've been drinking Ristretto coffee since lockdown with the aim of supporting a NI business. I'm so glad we did, the coffee is truly exceptional and the prospect of a cup first thing in the morning gets me out of bed each morning!
Delivery's always quick and I like getting a hand-written note with each one. Great business and great coffee. What more could you want?
Delivery's always quick and I like getting a hand-written note with each one. Great business and great coffee. What more could you want?
Richard Bell
May 31, 2020
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I have been drinking their coffee at home for a while now. It's a real treat in the v60, aeropress or cafetiere. Can't recommend it enough.
Sandra Boyle
Oct 02, 2019
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My name is Sandra Boyle Co. Manager @ 'Jack's Coffee Shop & Giftware' we are found in a small town in Co.Tyrone. Our coffee machine broke down yesterday Saturday busy busy day from I made the Ristretto call you had an engineer on site within 1half hours fixed up and running everybody happy such a professional company pleasure to be part of Ristretto - 'Jack's' believe in 'The portion you give out is the portion you receive!!!' Thankyou guys
