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Flower Child Coffee

Coffees in catalog
11
Also available
0
Avg Cherry's Index (limited data)
73.1
Reddit sentiment
75/100
FreshnessBatch roasted weekly · ships in ~2d
OriginsCOETECPEKEBI
How Cherry’s Index is calculatedavg coverage 33% · limited data

Coverage is below 50%. Most of this roaster’s lots are scored off roaster-level signals (Reddit + YouTube) without per-lot SCA grades, Coffee Review entries, or published buyer reviews. With limited signal, scores are also pulled toward a neutral 50 baseline by the Cherry’s Index methodology, so lots can read flatter than the actual cup quality differences between them. The avg Cherry’s Index reflects general reputation more than per-lot quality.

Roaster signals

Apply to every lot from this roaster.

  • Reddit75/100weight 18%
  • YouTube88/100weight 10%

Per-lot signals (averaged)

Vary across lots; averaged over 11 in-stock lots.

  • SCA gradenot on file · weight 25%
  • Coffee Reviewnot on file · weight 20%
  • Buyer reviewsnot on file · weight 12%
  • Cherrybook reader ratingsnot on file · weight 5%
  • Transparency80.5/10010/11 lots · weight 5%

Bonuses earned (per lot)

  • stale decay7/11
  • coe multi1/11

Base components are renormalized over whatever signals are available for each lot. SCA + Coffee Review are capped at 40% combined to keep the cupping story from dominating. Bonuses (accolades, awards, editorial coverage) and freshness decay are applied on top.

Community reputation · Reddit

Well-regarded· sentiment 75/100

Flower Child Coffee is mentioned alongside elite light-roast specialty roasters like Sey and Prodigal in discussions among enthusiasts exploring high-end beans and subscriptions. One thread also notes Bear Pond's 'Flower Child' beans as offering an appealing, slightly darker roast profile well-suited for espresso setups. Overall, the community treats the roaster as a quality option in the specialty coffee space.

specialty roasterlight roast focuspaired with elite peers
Threads cited (3)

On YouTube

8 videos · 48k combined views

Outside coverage of Flower Child Coffee, primarily featured on Brian Quan's channel, highlights co-founder Preston's extensive behind-the-scenes industry experience and meticulous approach to roasting and sourcing. Reviewers emphasize his dedication to achieving complete development without caramelizing or burning sugars, resulting in exceptionally clean cups. The roaster is also noted for offering high-value specialty coffees that deliver complex flavor profiles and rewarding evolution over time.

Meticulous bean sorting and preparationComplete development without burnt sugarsStrong emphasis on clean cup profilesHigh value relative to cup qualityExtensive behind-the-scenes industry background

Flagship cafe

Retail location

Oakland, CA

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The website mentions 'Flower Child Coffee - Oakland, California' but does not provide a specific street address or confirm the existence of a physical retail cafe.

The catalog

11 in stock · 74 archived

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Gaharo

Washed lot with Orange, Floral, and Grapes in the cup.

Murumvya, BI · Washed

OrangeFloralGrape+3
COE #5 · 2022
76
$1.97/oz

Karatu

Vanilla, Tobacco, and Dried Cherry on a washed build.

Kiambu, KE · Washed

VanillaTobaccoDried Fruit+4
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.75/oz

Decaf Divino

Washed lot with Milk Chocolate, Praline, and Almond in the cup.

Huila, CO · Washed

Milk ChocolatePralineAlmond+1
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.75/oz

Nkanda

Washed lot with Persimmon, Oolong, and Apricot in the cup.

Ngozi, BI · Washed

Other FruitTea LikeApricot+3
Well-reviewed roaster
73
$2.80/oz

Chelbessa

Expect Strawberry, Pear, and Nectarine from this washed.

Gedeb, ET · Washed

StrawberryPearPeach+3
Well-reviewed roaster
71
$2.83/oz

Imani

Washed lot with Raspberry, Cherry, and Rose in the cup.

Kiambu, KE · Washed

RaspberryCherryRose+3
Well-reviewed roaster
70
$2.97/oz
Archived (74)

Sergio Caro

Expect Plum, Nectarine, and Berry Preserves from this washed.

Antioquia, CO · Washed

LightPlumPeachBerry+3
Well-reviewed roaster
77
$3.42/oz
Out of stock

Jose Flores

Vanilla, Date, and Light Florality on a washed build.

Antioquia, CO · Washed

LightVanillaDateFloral+5
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$2.89/oz
Out of stock

Martha Cartagena

Agave Syrup, Floral, and Mirabelle Plum on a washed build.

Antioquia, CO · Washed

Maple SyrupFloralPlum+6
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$3.42/oz
Out of stock

Albeiro Ramirez

Milk Chocolate, Fig, and Brown Sugar on a washed build.

Antioquia, CO · Washed

LightChocolateFigBrown Sugar+3
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$2.83/oz
Out of stock

Julio Alberto

Expect Stewed Fruit, Hibiscus, and Santina Cherry from this washed.

Huila, CO · Washed

MediumDried FruitHibiscusCherry+6
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$3.64/oz
Out of stock

Luis Enrique Cuellar

Washed lot with Tropical, Citrus, and Fruit Medley in the cup.

Huila, CO · Washed

LightTropical FruitCitrusRaisin+5
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$2.89/oz
Out of stock

Oscar Garcia

Mangosteen, Starfruit, and Juicy on a washed build.

Huila, CO · Washed

Tropical FruitLycheeStrawberry+3
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$3.21/oz
Out of stock

Pepe Jijon Gesha

Expect Mangosteen, Melon, and Stone Fruit from this washed.

Imbabura, EC · Washed

LightOther FruitMelonPeach+2
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$5.88/oz
Out of stock

Manuel Marlo

Blackberry, Autumn Royal Grapes, and Violet on a washed build.

Amazonas, PE · Washed

BlackberryGrapeFloral+3
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$3.21/oz
Out of stock

German Peña

Blackberry, Raspberry, and Ripe Strawberry on a washed build.

Huila, CO · Washed

Medium-LightBlackberryRaspberryStrawberry+4
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$3.53/oz
Out of stock

Brayan Joven

Washed lot with Strawberry Rhubarb, Pink Lady Apple, and Cane Sugar in the cup.

Huila, CO · Washed

StrawberryOther FruitApple+4
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$2.78/oz
Out of stock

Pepe Jijon Sidra

Raspberry Jam, Vanilla Bean, and Blackberry Pie on a experimental washed build.

Imbabura, EC · Experimental Washed

Medium-LightRaspberryVanillaBlackberry+5
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$5.67/oz
Out of stock

Gilberto Chilito

Washed lot with Raspberry, Guava, and Passion Fruit in the cup.

Huila, CO · Washed

LightRaspberryGuavaPassion Fruit+3
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$3.00/oz
Out of stock

Jhon Didier

Expect Dried Blueberry, Raisin, and Light Citrus from this washed.

Antioquia, CO · Washed

MediumBlueberryRaisinCitrus+3
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$3.32/oz
Out of stock

Ruber Izaguirre

Washed lot with Brown Sugar, Date, and Pear in the cup.

Santa Barbara, HN · Washed

MediumBrown SugarDateApple+6
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$2.67/oz
Out of stock

David Berrio

Washed lot with Kumquat, Sugar Cane, and Pear in the cup.

Antioquia, CO · Washed

SugarcanePearTropical Fruit+2
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$2.97/oz
Out of stock

Danche

Ripe Peach, Honeysuckle, and Yellow Cherry on a yellow honey build.

Gedeo, ET · Yellow Honey

PeachHoneysuckleCherry+3
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.89/oz
Out of stock

Telila

Expect Mango, Creamsicle, and Rich from this washed.

Jimma, ET · Washed

Medium-LightMangoOrangePapaya+2
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.57/oz
Out of stock

Keramo

Expect Pink Lemonade, Berry Complexity, and Fragrant Tea from this washed.

Sidama, ET · Washed

LightCitrusBerryBlack Tea+3
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.83/oz
Out of stock

Goro Bedessa

Elderberry, Blueberry, and Black Tea on a washed build.

Guji, ET · Washed

Medium-LightBlackberryBlueberryBlack Tea+5
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.67/oz
Out of stock

Victor Pineda

Expect Honey, Stone Fruit, and Citrus from this washed.

Antioquia, CO · Washed

Medium-LightHoneyPeachCitrus+6
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$3.21/oz
Out of stock

Consuelo Rubio Tabi

Tangerine, Kumquat, and Orange on a anaerobic washed build.

Cajamarca, PE · Anaerobic Washed

Medium-LightOrangeCitrusSweet
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.89/oz
Out of stock

Kayu

Expect Raspberry, Date, and Rose from this washed.

Murang'a, KE · Washed

RaspberryDateRose+4
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.83/oz
Out of stock

Udesa Fora

Washed lot with Berries, Pluot, and Bright in the cup.

Guji, ET · Washed

MediumBlackberryPlumPeach+2
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.67/oz
Out of stock

Nimrod Pineda

Blackberry, Full Bodied, and Pluot on a washed build.

Santa Barbara, HN · Washed

BlackberryPlumCitrus+2
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$3.21/oz
Out of stock

Boku Sayisa

Expect Blueberry, Peony, and Sugar Cane from this washed.

Guji, ET · Washed

BlueberryFloralSugar Cane+3
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.89/oz
Out of stock

Rumudamo

Washed lot with Blackberry, Raspberry, and Rose in the cup.

Sidama, ET · Washed

Medium-LightBlackberryRaspberryRose+4
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$3.00/oz
Out of stock

Giku

Nectarine, Rainier Cherry, and Carob on a honey build.

Kayanza, BI · Honey

PeachCherrySpices+2
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.67/oz
Out of stock

Buncho

Wild Hive Honey, White Nectarine, and Rainier Cherry on a honey build.

Sidama, ET · Honey

Medium-LightHoneyPeachCherry+3
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.95/oz
Out of stock

Wilson Alba

Washed lot with Raspberry, Hibiscus, and Ripe Citrus in the cup.

Huila, CO · Washed

MediumRaspberryFloralOrange+4
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.83/oz
Out of stock

Gachatha

Currant, Sugar Cane, and Mandarin on a washed build.

Nyeri, KE · Washed

LightCurrantSugar CaneOrange+1
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.83/oz
Out of stock

Gichatha-ini

Stone Fruit, Melon, and Limoncello on a washed build.

Nyeri, KE · Washed

Stone FruitMelonCitrus+3
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$3.08/oz
Out of stock

Danche White Honey

White Honey lot with Peaches, Cotton Candy, and Soft Florals in the cup.

Gedeb, ET · White Honey

MediumPeachCandyStrawberry+2
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$3.13/oz
Out of stock

José Martínez

Tropical Fruit, Lemon Zest, and Prickly Pear on a washed build.

Huila, CO · Washed

LightTropical FruitLemonGrape
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.89/oz
Out of stock

Remera

Washed lot with Mixed Berries, Whipped Cream, and Pink Lady Apple in the cup.

Kayanza, BI · Washed

Medium-LightBerryOverall SweetApple+4
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.95/oz
Out of stock

Gititu

Washed lot with Currant, Boisenberry, and Citrus Blossom in the cup.

Kiambu, KE · Washed

Medium-LightCurrantBlackberryPlum+5
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.83/oz
Out of stock

Miguel Dota

Marionberry, Grapefruit, and Floral on a washed build.

Seraguro, EC · Washed

BlackberryGrapefruitFloral+4
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$3.74/oz
Out of stock

Kiamugumo

Washed lot with Orange, Blackcurrant, and Lemon Lime in the cup.

Kirinyaga, KE · Washed

OrangeBlackcurrantLemon+3
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.89/oz
Out of stock

Carlos Mario

Guava, Raspberry, and Melon on a washed build.

Huila, CO · Washed

GuavaRaspberryMelon+2
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.97/oz
Out of stock

Kathakwa

Citrus, Juicy, and Melon on a washed build.

Embu, KE · Washed

LightCitrusMelon
Well-reviewed roaster
73
$3.42/oz
Out of stock

Sookoo Tima

Washed lot with Blackberry, Citrus, and Nectarine in the cup.

Guji, ET · Washed

BlackberryCitrusPeach+1
Well-reviewed roaster
73
$2.73/oz
Out of stock

Decaf El Nevado

Rounded, Tamarind, and Brown Sugar on a washed build.

Huila, CO · Washed

Other FruitBrown SugarAlmond
Well-reviewed roaster
73
$2.67/oz
Out of stock

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