Decaf Palooka Blend
- Origin
- CO
- Producer
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- Farm / Co-op
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- Process
- Washed
- Altitude
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- Varietals
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- Harvest
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- Weight
- 1.0 lb
- Bag price
- $33.75
- Price / oz
- $2.11/oz
- Brew
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As cupped
toffee · cocoa · shortbread
Price and availability set by the roaster.
About Rival Bros. Coffee
Community reputation · Reddit
Well-regarded· sentiment 80/100
Rival Bros. is recognized as a staple Philadelphia roaster, often mentioned alongside other prominent local names. While some users enjoy their offerings, specifically praising their light roasts and French press coffee, they are frequently overshadowed in enthusiast discussions by other Philly-area roasters like Elixr and Reanimator, which are more consistently recommended for their quality and selection. Community sentiment is generally neutral to positive, viewing them as a reliable local option rather than a top-tier specialty standout.
Threads cited (5)
- r/espresso · 26↑ · Only one at the office, can't let the espresso machine go unused. (Rival Bros Rwanda Natur
- r/Coffee · 8↑ · Coffee Roasters in Philadelphia?
- r/espresso · 6↑ · Philly Friends! What beans?
- r/Coffee · 4↑ · Anyone in the Philly area try Rival Bros? They have a to go French press and it's amazing!
- r/espresso · 3↑ · Light roasts from Rival Bros - great stuff
On YouTube
2 videos · 3k combined views
Outside coverage consistently portrays Rival Bros. Coffee as a deeply personal project rooted in a long-term friendship. Reviewers emphasize the founders' hands-on approach to both roasting and cafe operations. The brand is recognized for balancing a commitment to the technical craft of coffee with an approachable and humble identity. Coverage frequently highlights their role in shaping the Philadelphia coffee scene through both their mobile truck and brick and mortar locations.
Rival Bros. Coffee
$2.11/oz· $34/bag