Coffee is seriously having its moment in the sun and we\u2019re not complaining. The coffee industry in Cape Town has never been more exciting and it seems like new independent roasteries are opening up every day. We sit down with Michael Jones, the owner of the newest kid on the coffee block, Blue Crane Coffee Company in Stellenbosch. These guys are definitely one to watch.<\/p>\n
Established in Stellenbosch in 2016, Blue Crane Coffee Company \u2013 better known by locals and curious coffee lovers as BCCC \u2013 has made its name as the bustling, historic town\u2019s \u2018newest bird in town\u2019, producing the ‘genuine roast’.<\/p>\n
This is the real stuff, made from 100% Arabica coffee, sourced from El Salvador, it gives just the right balance and kick, offering a subtle, rich mouth-feel and flavourful taste.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The new roastery, slash experimental coffee laboratory, has certainly made a lasting impression with a versatile coffee that gives hints of nuttiness and citrus fruit undertones. Situated in a historic Cape Dutch building on Dorp Street, the oldest street in town, BCCC\u2019s headquarters adds a modern twist to the town\u2019s traditional architecture and heritage.<\/p>\n
With founder and owner, Michael Jones, also owner and chef at popular neighbouring fine foods caf\u00e9, Blue Crane and the Butterfly<\/a><\/strong> \u00a0taking the reigns at BCCC, and co-owners Henniel Smit and Wilhelm Fismer (co-owners of international strategic brand agency, LIMBIK<\/a><\/strong> \u00a0plus experienced roasting and lab lead, Charles-Napier Joubert forming BCCCs backbone, there is little doubt the roastery is backed by a talented, innovative bunch who are simply passionate about crafting exquisite coffee.<\/p>\n