My Roasting Promise
Before any coffee reaches your bag, it goes through a journey in my roaster. I test-roast each lot, study the roasting curves, and cup the results to understand every nuance. If it earns my seal of approval, I tweak and lock in the profile so you get exactly what I’ve been tasting.
I roast the coffees I love to drink, and I hope you’ll love them too.
About What's Bean Grinding
Life’s too short for bad coffee...
I roast limited runs of standout coffees, always changing, always an adventure, from my little roastery in the Scottish Highlands.
My Story
What’s Bean Grinding began with a simple idea: chase the best flavour you can find, then share it. After a roasting session with David Jameson, a hobby snowballed into a micro-roastery where the goal is the same as day one: brew better, and keep exploring.
I am based in the remote Highlands of Scotland, roasting on electric equipment powered by a 100% renewable tariff, with solar being installed soon. I’m the worst kind of coffee buyer in the best possible way, always hunting something new and avoiding the same bag twice. That’s why I run limited lots and change coffees regularly, so there’s always something fresh to discover.
Every release is chosen on its individual merits, processing, traceable sourcing, or cup character. I roast intentionally, and provide the details that matter: origin, process, variety, altitude, and tasting notes - so you can geek out like me!
What I Stand For
Adventure in Every Bag
I keep the menu moving, so you can keep exploring. Expect rotating coffees and small lots that celebrate what makes each origin unique. coffees every week to bring you fresh adventures in every cup.
Renewable & Electric Roasting
I roast on electric equipment using a 100% renewable electricity tariff, with solar being installed soon, cutting emissions while keeping quality high.
Ethical, Transparent Sourcing
I prioritise traceability and pay attention to who grew it, how it was processed, and whether the supply chain treats people fairly.
Limited Runs, Roasted Fresh
Small batches, released often. I’d rather sell out than let coffee sit around. Freshness and flavour first.
Eco-minded Packaging
Thoughtful packaging choices and minimal waste. I'm always improving how we ship and protect the planet while we do it.
Local Roots, Global Beans
A Highland micro-roaster with a global outlook. I champion producers from Yemen to Costa Rica and beyond, sharing their stories in every release.