in its early days, eighthirty began as a small team of two, roasting coffee in a quaint shop on karangahape rd in the heart of auckland city. today, we have grown into a well-established specialty coffee roaster, cherished by a rapidly expanding community and valued partners.

our commitment to quality transcends coffee and permeates every aspect of our operation. from sourcing milk from plant projects to selecting sustainable packaging from decent packaging, to our meticulous approach to hiring and training staff, and the warm hospitality we extend to each customer during every visit to our cafes.

we prioritize a continuous partnership with our origin partners in popayan and brazil's caldas region. our commitment to high quality and ethical sourcing drives us to support sustainable practices through ongoing purchases. by maintaining long-term relationships with our green coffee partners, we assure producers of consistent, dependable support over extended periods, ensuring stability and fostering sustainable growth.

cofinet is a family-owned business with deep roots in colombia, specializing in producing and exporting high-quality coffee. their dedication to innovative processing techniques and sustainability aligns perfectly with our values at eighthirty coffee.

by working closely with cofinet, we source some of the finest coffee beans from colombia's diverse regions. this partnership allows us to offer our customers unique and flavorful coffee varieties while supporting farmers committed to environmentally friendly practices. together, we're not just making great coffee; we're fostering a community that values quality and sustainability from farm to cup.

decent packaging is revolutionising the way we think about packaging by providing eco-friendly solutions that don’t compromise on quality. as a company focused on sustainability, they offer compostable and recyclable packaging options made from renewable resources.

our partnership with decent packaging ensures that every cup of eighthirty coffee you enjoy is part of a larger effort to reduce waste and protect our planet.

by choosing decent packaging, we are taking a stand against single-use plastics and demonstrating our commitment to environmentally responsible business practices. it’s a small step with a big impact, and we’re excited to be part of this positive change.

outward bound is a non-profit organisation specialising in personal and professional development - their aim is to help create better people, better communities, and a better world. people of all ages, cultures, abilities, and backgrounds are welcome at outward bound.

located in anakiwa in the marlborough sounds, they help people to reach their full potential through challenge in the outdoors. their classrooms are the mountains, bush and waterways around this beautiful corner of aotearoa.

we love the work outward bound does and are proud to support them where we can. eighthirty supplies outward bound with a machine and coffee to thank them for their mahi and bring their team together over a brew. we are currently working with their team to plan further support. watch this space.

to find out how you can support and learn more, head to their website outwardbound.co.nz