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Coffeewomple: derived from Coddiwomple [verb] to t Coffeewomple: derived from Coddiwomple [verb] to travel purposefully to an unknown destination. Based in NE Minneapolis, Nicole Bolea and Zach Whitney are the cofounders of Coffeewomple Roastery, the United State’s first electric roaster of directly-sourced coffee beans. Their roastery commits every day to making the more sustainable choice regardless of cost. These choices include their personal connection with their farmers around the world, their roasting process itself and their compostable packaging and shipping materials. Nicole shares that, “We love coffee and wanted to do it with purpose. We wanted to leverage our backgrounds to roast and package more sustainably.” Every time I talk with Nicole and Zach I learn something new about the science of roasting, the nuance of coffee’s flavor profiles or what they, as roasters and coffee aficionados, look for to create the desired flavor profile from each batch of beans. Coffeewomple fans notice how Nicole and Zach’s process highlights the natural flavors of the beans in nuanced ways. “You can make good coffee just by starting out with a good bean. That will get you 90% of the way there,” explains Zach. “That final 10% requires a lot of testing. The palette is huge. One thing you learn early on is that you can’t add a flavor that’s not there. If it’s not in that green bean to start, you’re not going to find it.” The search for a high quality, durable and yet compostable coffee bag was an intentional choice, even though it increases their supply costs. “Living in Minnesota where we have access to really good commercial composting, we choose to support that infrastructure. We want to show that reducing the negative environmental impact of coffee can be done. It has to be done if we’re going to still have a viable coffee crop for the next generation of farmers.” Nicole and Zach love to invite people into their space. It’s an opportunity to share what they’ve learned about the process and product of coffee. Nicole laughs, “We relish any chance to nerd out about coffee. It is truly our favorite.” Find Coffeewomple at the @ne_fm this winter. Full feature at meettheminnesotamakers.com
Each story is different. Each product is unique. Each story is different. Each product is unique. Here are a few of the real faces of the makers, growers and doers from the “Shop Minnesota” gift guide by Meet the Minnesota Makers. These creative business owners have worked all year long to bring their products to life. When you shop and share the makers from our guide, your purchase immediately impacts a real person. That direct contact? Priceless. The guide is open for your browsing pleasure. It’s always a good time to shop locally. Visit https://meettheminnesotamakers.com/holiday-gift to meet these makers and dozens more.
You know what really makes the “Shop Minnesota” gi You know what really makes the “Shop Minnesota” gift guide by Meet the Minnesota Makers Special? The people who dream, push, grow, create and wear all the hats to make these creative small businesses possible. As we creep towards the final countdown to the winter holidays, we’re excited to share a few more faces from the guide. Growing up, his family sponsored a number of international students who attended school at St Catherine’s in St. Paul. A student from India invited Mark Petersen’s family to her apartment for dinner. “She served us hot curry chicken on rice. I loaded up my plate and my mouth was on fire,” recalls Mark. “That was my first time knowing that food could be like that. I kept eating more. I was sweating from the spice and it was so flavorful. I was hooked. It was so delicious and interesting.”  Fast forward to when a couple of Mark’s uncles regularly made hot sauce as a hobby. They showed Mark the process and what they had learned to embrace the distinctive flavors of each variety of pepper. “What they taught me is the same process that I use today for all of the Facepunch sauces. It’s exactly what I demonstrate for inspectors,” says Mark. “I love having that connection back to my family and my childhood in every batch I make.”  Based in Stillwater, Facepunch Foods produces spice blends, six pepper snacks, and a gorgeous palette of hot sauces from mild to wild. @facepunchfoods is introducing a Quarterly Subscription box that is solely curated by Mark, the maker of Facepunch Foods. No selections needed, just enjoy the curated flavors of the moment by Mark! There will be sauces, seasonings, snacks, or even some Research & Development products not quite on the market!  Facepunch’s award-winning banana pepper sauce is the hot sauce to slip in the stocking of anyone who doesn’t think they like hot sauce. Its bright flavor makes a zingy salad dressing! Find Facepunch Foods products at Rose & Loon at Rosedale Mall, Shamrock’s in St Paul, Brine’s Market, Pinch n Rub Spice and Tea Hub, and Jordan’s Meat & Deli or at www.facepunchfoods.com Explore all 141 makers at https://meetthe minnesotamakers.com/holiday-gift
Feeling frazzled by the countdowns? Noticing the Feeling frazzled by the countdowns? Noticing the pressure to buy fast with promised convenience? Here’s a different message that matters to your community. There’s still time to shop locally. The “Shop Minnesota” Guide by Meet the Minnesota Makers includes retail locations throughout the state and listings of makers pop up market events. There are still local markets to visit this weekend. Many of the makers listed in our guide offer experience gifts or gift certificates for future use. People are still using our guide to choose unique and thoughtful gifts that benefit both the maker and the recipient. It never stops being a thrill to look at our engagement map and find the blue dots pulsing. (Swipe through to see what I mean.) Don’t let the last minute panic click ads get to you. There’s still time to shop differently this winter holiday season. Visit our 141 makers at meettheminnesotamakers.com/holiday-gift
How many of these creative local businesses did yo How many of these creative local businesses did you already know? Our platinum sponsors are an amazing group of Minnesota small businesses.  Swipe through for a preview of their gift guide listings. Browse meettheminnesotamakers.com/holiday-gift to view their full listings. Today we celebrate the unique products, creative spirits and community generosity of…. (drum roll please) @fivepinescandleco (Ely) @keepsakecidery (Dundas) @nashkenativegames (Ham Lake) The “Shop Minnesota” is accessible to businesses of all shapes and sizes. Our sponsors’ support makes a project of this size happen while keeping it accessible to businesses of all sizes. A local gift makes a difference.  Make your neighbors’ dreams come true when you choose to support their business. Choosing local is more than a slogan. It builds community strength. Swipe through to learn more about these local businesses. Comment Gift Guide below to receive a direct link to the guide.
It may be frightful outside but the makers markets It may be frightful outside but the makers markets, farmers markets, and festive pop ups will be cozy and inviting. These in-person shopping options will be worth braving the cold! Find the makers from the @meettheminnesotamakers “Shop Minnesota” gift guide at these markets throughout Minnesota. Did we miss your market? Tag it in the comments section to help shoppers find you on Small Business Saturday. Want to skip the snow and shop from home? Browse the our gift guide at meettheminnesotamakers.com/holiday-gift Many of our local makers ship or offer local pickup/delivery. See what local treasures you find when you shop locally.
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