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Galena Roasters Brain Behind the Beard

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Galena Roasters Brain Behind the Beard

Galena's fresh roasted specialty coffee. We sample roast and cup every new origin before purchasing. And we really enjoy the process!

We then cup multiple roast profiles for each new green coffee to select a profile that reveals the best flavor notes.

03/11/2026

This is where signature blends start! ☕️

We recently hosted Hotel Galena and Olive Tree Rentals for a coffee cupping as they begin creating custom coffees for their hospitality spaces.

They taste through a range of coffees and tell us what stands out. We take that feedback and develop three potential blends. They return to taste those blends and decide which direction feels right for their guests.

From there we roast it, bag it, and design the labels in-house with their branding.

Interested in building a custom blend for your business?
📧 [email protected]

02/18/2026

Echo check… 🎤
That hollow sound? It’s called expansion.

After months of planning, building, tweaking, and a whole lot of problem-solving, the new space is finally coming together. We’re effectively moved in — now we wait on a few final parts and our appointment with the crane to set the Mill City Roasters in place.

This isn’t just a move — it’s a commitment to better roasting, tighter profiles, and pushing specialty forward.

Stay tuned — the Beard is about to get louder 🔥

01/26/2026

From the highlands of Ethiopia to your cup 🌍☕️ Meet Mr. Mengeche Derso, a Grade 1 producer from Halo Beriti, Yirgacheffe, featured through the Single Farmer Project.
This Natural Yirgacheffe shines with fresh jasmine, bright berry notes, mellow amaretto, and a mild syrupy sweetness with tart acidity. Smooth, balanced, and beautifully expressive of its origin!
Mr. Mengeche brings 62 years of farming experience to his 15-hectare farm, sitting at 2300 MASL in the Gedeo Zone. His dedication to quality has earned recognition from government organizations and helped put this region on the map for premium coffee.
The Single Farmer Project exists to support Ethiopian producers by creating a marketplace for farm-traceable, thoughtfully sourced coffee, and this one is a true reflection of the region’s lush vegetation and tropical climate.
A coffee with a story worth savoring 💛

01/09/2026

Here is a sneak peak into our new roastery build out! This is a project we’ve been working on since this past summer. We’ve officially moved shipping, bagging and office operations. The roasters will be moved within the next couple of weeks, weather dependent and arrival of new venting!

01/07/2026

A green coffee bean naturally contains citric acid. Citric acid breaks down with both time and temperature during the roasting process.
Lighter roasts with a lower drop temperature and shorter roasting time will work to preserve the citric acid to a greater degree. This, generally, is how we achieve the delicious citrus notes of lemon, orange, and grapefruit in some of our light roast coffees.
Currently our light roast Kenya and our Single Farmer Washed Yirgacheffe demonstrate these amazing citrus tasting notes!

01/20/2025

Looking to stand out in the coffee world? Enhance your menu or stock your shelves with our green, locally roasted beans. Contact Master Roaster, Earl Thompson, to customize a roast your customers will love!

01/13/2025

Did you know we serve more than just amazing coffee? Our food menu is full of fresh, delicious options to pair with your favorite brew. Stop in for breakfast or a snack today!

01/12/2025

When you visit our Main Street shop, don’t just grab your coffee to go—browse our shelves to find your favorite roasts to take home! Need it ground? We’ve got you covered.

01/10/2025

Boost your business with Galena Roasters coffee! Our wholesale program offers incredible coffee for your shop or store. Schedule a cupping with Earl to create your own roast. Email [email protected] to get started!

01/06/2025

Looking for great coffee during the workweek? Stop by our Bistro at Midwest Medical Center! Open Monday through Friday, we’re brewing up fresh favorites for your busy mornings.

Address

206 North Main Street
Galena, IL
61036

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	12pm - 5pm

Website

http://www.galenaroasters.com/

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