Ask the Roaster - Grant from Cold Blow
How was the Roastery founded, what was the inspiration?
After working as an Arborist for 15 years I developed a keen interest in coffee after a trip to New Zealand. My coffee business began with a mobile espresso van on Hythe beach, serving coffee from a tiny Piaggio Ape. From this I then opened Tenterden’s Nutmeg Delicatessen and Coffee Shop. After 7 years of trading I began roasting at home and caught the bug., Coldblow Coffee was launched.
What's your favourite part about working at the Roastery?
Being able to jump on our bikes and blast around the Forest over the road.
What's your proudest accomplishment?
Managing to get our new 15 kilo roaster off the pallet with only 4 people.
What's three words best describe your roastery?
Rural - Industrial - (and at the moment) Very Cold
What's your favourite place to enjoy a coffee, and what coffee would that be?
First thing in the morning in bed.
What is your favourite snack or treat to have to accompany your coffee?
A Pastel de Nata.
What would you drink if there was no coffee?
Beer.
What is your favourite tasting notes to find in coffee?
Floral, funky & tropical.
Where would you recommend for food and drink in your local area?
Our sister shop ‘The Nutmeg Deli’ in Tenterden for Coldblow flat white and a sourdough toastie.
Finally, what Dog & Hat combination would you choose?
Our Hairy Lurcher ‘Forest’ in a Fez.