Celebrating Our Journey from Carrick-on-Shannon to Global Recognition
At Artessa Coffee Roastery, we’ve always believed in the power of great coffee to bring people together, inspire conversations, and create lasting memories. Our journey began right here in Carrick-on-Shannon, where our community’s support helped us grow from a small café into an award-winning coffee roastery. Today, we’re thrilled to share that our dedication to quality, craftsmanship, and community has been recognized on both a national and international stage.
A Commitment to Coffee for Every Taste
Our philosophy at Artessa has always been simple: to offer coffee for everyone, for every taste. Whether you’re a novice coffee drinker or a seasoned connoisseur, we want to make sure there’s a blend that speaks to you. This commitment to diversity in flavor is what drives us to carefully curate our coffee selection. We don’t believe in taking shortcuts, and we refuse to compromise on quality.
Each of our blends is crafted with precision and care. Take our award-winning Temptation blend, for example. We set out to create an organic espresso that’s rich in flavor and versatile enough to shine in various brewing methods. After countless hours of roasting and tasting, we perfected a blend that not only meets but exceeds our high standards. Similarly, the Nina blend, inspired by the vibrant beans from Burundi, offers a sweet and complex profile that continues to captivate our customers.
Quality and Authenticity: The Core of Artessa
Quality isn’t just a buzzword at Artessa—it’s the foundation of everything we do. From the moment we select our beans, we’re committed to choosing only the best. We source top-graded beans from around the world, whether it’s AA, SHG (Strictly High Grown), Excelso, or specialty grade, depending on the region. This careful selection process ensures that every cup of Artessa coffee is a true reflection of our dedication to excellence.
Even when the price of green coffee fluctuates, we stay true to our values. We’re willing to sacrifice profit margins rather than compromise on the quality of our coffee. It’s this commitment to authenticity that sets Artessa apart, and it’s why our customers can trust that they’re getting a genuinely exceptional coffee experience every time.
Our Community: The Heart of Artessa
We owe so much of our success to the wonderful community of Carrick-on-Shannon. Our story began with Café Lounge, a space we created to be more than just a coffee shop. It became a place where locals could meet friends, catch up with colleagues, or simply enjoy a quiet moment with a great cup of coffee. Over time, our community’s support allowed us to expand, and today, Artessa Coffee Roastery stands as a testament to what can be achieved when people come together.
But we’ve never forgotten our roots. From sponsoring local events like the Carrick Carnival and Water Music Festival to supporting sports clubs like the Carrick Rowing Club and local youth teams, we’re committed to giving back to the community that has given us so much. We also take pride in providing employment opportunities to local residents, further contributing to the vibrant community we’re proud to call home.
Celebrating Our Awards: A Win for Artessa and Leitrim
Recently, we had the incredible honor of winning a gold medal at the Aurora International Taste Challenge for our Temptation and Nina blends, and being named a finalist at the Blas na hEireann taste challenge for our Temptation blend. These awards are more than just accolades—they’re a validation of our hard work, our dedication to quality, and our belief in the power of community.
For us, these achievements are a reminder that even a small business from Carrick-on-Shannon can make a big impact on the global stage. They also highlight the potential of our beloved Leitrim, showing that our region is capable of producing world-class products that can compete with the best.
Looking Forward: The Future of Artessa
As we celebrate these milestones, we’re more motivated than ever to continue our journey. We’ll keep innovating, refining our processes, and exploring new ways to bring you the best coffee possible. But no matter how far we go, we’ll always stay true to the values that got us here: diversity, quality, authenticity, and community.
We want to thank you, our loyal customers and supporters, for being a part of our story. Together, we’ve shown that great things can come from small beginnings, and we’re excited to see where the future takes us. Here’s to many more cups of coffee, shared moments, and continued success—both for Artessa and for the community we’re proud to call home.
Thank you for being part of the Artessa family!
