Roaster
Flower Child Coffee
- Coffees in catalog
- 11
- Also available
- 0
- Avg Cherry's Index (limited data)
- 73.1
- Reddit sentiment
- 75/100
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.
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.
Coverage from others
- 23k views
How to: High Clarity and Big Body V60 ft. Flower Child Coffee
Brian Quan
- 8k views
COFFEE SPOTLIGHT: Flower Child Coffee
Brian Quan
- 6k views
Tasting Our Recipes ft. Flower Child Coffee Servio Botina Collab
Brian Quan
- 5k views
What is Clean Coffee? Cupping and Discussion with Flower Child Coffee
Brian Quan
- 2k views
Fellow's Take on Gakenke Burundi Bourbon from Flower Child | Pour-Over Brew Guide
Fellow
- 2k views
Flower Child Coffee Review (Oakland, CA)- Washed Colombia Faver Ninco
Coffee Reviews
- 1k views
Flower Child Coffee Review (Oakland, CA)- Washed Ecuador Juan Peña
Coffee Reviews
- 1k views
Taste Test/Rankings ft. Flower Child Coffee
Coffee Reviews
Flagship cafe
Retail location
Oakland, CA
Open in maps →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
Alvaro Vargas - Chiroso
Washed lot with Dulce De Leche, Ripe Citrus, and Sugar Cane in the cup.
Antioquia, CO · Washed
Roberto Flores - Gesha
Washed lot with Raspberry, Blueberry, and Honeysuckle in the cup.
Cusco, PE · Washed
Archived (74)
Juan Peña - Mejorado
Expect Bright Apple Pear Sweetness, Grape, and Delicate Florals from this washed.
Loja, EC · Washed
Finca Soledad Mejorado
Washed lot with Mango, Sugar Cane, and Citrus in the cup.
Imbabura, EC · Washed
Santiago Caro - Chiroso
Expect Sugar Cane, Full Bodied, and Light Citrus from this washed.
Antioquia, CO · Washed
Luis Enrique Cuellar
Washed lot with Tropical, Citrus, and Fruit Medley in the cup.
Huila, CO · Washed
Arnaud Causse - Pacamara
Washed lot with Pomegranate, Botanical/floral, and Red Tea in the cup.
Pichincha, EC · Washed
Brayan Joven
Washed lot with Strawberry Rhubarb, Pink Lady Apple, and Cane Sugar in the cup.
Huila, CO · Washed
Pepe Jijon Sidra
Raspberry Jam, Vanilla Bean, and Blackberry Pie on a experimental washed build.
Imbabura, EC · Experimental Washed
Servio Botina - Pink Bourbon
Washed lot with Citrus, Raspberry, and Plum in the cup.
Huila, CO · Washed
Robinson & Luis' Gesha
Expect Floral, Elegant Berries, and Wildflower Honey from this washed.
Huila, CO · Washed
Erick Bravo - Pink Bourbon
Expect Kiwi, Full Bodied, and Lychee Sweet from this washed.
Huila, CO · Washed
Jose Ever Muñoz Ramirez Pink Bourbon
Papaya, Honeysuckle, and Viscous on a honey build.
Huila, CO · Honey
Consuelo Rubio Tabi
Tangerine, Kumquat, and Orange on a anaerobic washed build.
Cajamarca, PE · Anaerobic Washed
Arnaud Causse - Heirloom
Washed lot with Honeyed Almond, Lemon Custard, and Pear in the cup.
Pichincha, EC · Washed
Gloria Cecilia — Chiroso
Almond Butter, Dried Berry, and Fig on a washed build.
Antioquia, CO · Washed
Consuelo Rubio Sidra
Expect Grape Medley, Apple, and Honeydew from this washed.
Cajamarca, PE · Washed
Danche White Honey
White Honey lot with Peaches, Cotton Candy, and Soft Florals in the cup.
Gedeb, ET · White Honey
Remera
Washed lot with Mixed Berries, Whipped Cream, and Pink Lady Apple in the cup.
Kayanza, BI · Washed
Oscar Palacio - Chiroso
Expect Cherry, Baked Apples, and Carob from this washed.
Antioquia, CO · Washed
Nemesio Ramos Trujillo
Washed lot with Lemon Meringue, Stone Fruit, and Rainier Cherry in the cup.
Huila, CO · Washed
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