COFFEE ROASTERS
Our Story
My name is Vy and my story begins with a personal experience: growing up, I developed a sensitivity to the purity of what we consume due to experiencing first hand the impact of unclean coffee that got me sick. My mission is centered on cultivation of clean and healthy beans devoid of any imperfections of mold, fungus, and chemical residues. I became a Certified Coffee Quality Grader, ensuring the highest standards in coffee quality and purity.
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Yet, my journey is more than just about sourcing exceptional beans; it's a return to my roots in Hanoi, Vietnam where my grandfather was a revered tea producer and master that handcrafted his own tea. Drawing from this rich heritage and artistry, I inherited not just a passion for quality but also a deep reverence for the land and the farmers who nurture it.
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I am committed to fostering a deep bond with our small farmers. I nurture this bond by visiting the farms, hand grading the beans, ensuring sustainability and traceability farming practice. And when it comes to packaging, we take it one step further. Our coffee bags are 100% compostable, a small but meaningful gesture in our ongoing journey towards a greener future.
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At River Phin Coffee, each batch is roasted artisanally in small batches to bring out the unique terroir of the region. I believe that every sip tells a story - a story of dedication, craftsmanship, and a connection to the land.
BEAN TEAM
Vy Nguyá»…n - Founder
~ Certified Coffee Q Grader
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Equivalent to a wine sommelier, there are only 400 Q graders in the entire USA
~ U.S. Roasters Championship Judge 2024
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I judge my roasts using the same standards as the U.S. Roasters Championship
~ Trained R-Robusta Grader
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My love for coffee began in my pre-teen years. This species has brought me love and comfort.
Trained by the esteemed Willem Boot known for his truly exotic award winning Geisha, my style of roasting is deeply rooted in tradition and honoring the time-tested methods that have defined the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) culture for generations.
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Drawing from my roots in Hanoi, Vietnam, I've worked with a few roast masters in Vietnam, applying their intricate technique for roasting Robusta beans and slow brew method using a Phin filter to make a "cafe sua da" known as a Vietnamese ice coffee.
May our beans bring you the same comfort they bring me.
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Sharon Fung - Consultant
~ Certified Coffee Q Grader
~ U.S. Coffee in Good Spirits
Championship Judge
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Hello!
My name is Sharon, Hiu Yan Fung, I was born and raised in Hong Kong and now I am in the Bay Area! Currently, I am into coffee in good spirits - you may catch me judging at the USPS coffee in good spirits competition. I’ve been in the coffee industry since 2014, throughout my coffee journey with Chromatic Coffee, Ritual Coffee Roaster, Port of Mokha and Blue Bottle - I learned so much new innovations from farming, processing, roasting and cafe operations! Coffee is always changing and we will continue to explore new coffee knowledge and brewing techniques together to bring some tasty cup to you!