Coffee Bargains

caviardreams · 25-06-2021 8:52am

Velo is having a 72 hour flash sale with €100 off the Sage Barista Express - it's 549 now, don't know if that's a good price or not, not in the market myself!

cnocbui · 25-06-2021 12:19pm

Lol. All these 'bargains' and discounts from irish coffee sellers barely get their prices down to that in other countries. Even with 15-20% specials from Velo, WCC and the like on beans, usually still result in prices higher than what I can get the same coffe delivered for from elsewhere in Europe for.

The Sage Barista express is €530 on Amazon.de. Down €100 to €549, how generous of them.

FileNotFound · 25-06-2021 12:34pm

cnocbui wrote: »

Lol. All these 'bargains' and discounts from irish coffee sellers barely get their prices down to that in other countries. Even with 15-20% specials from Velo, WCC and the like on beans, usually still result in prices higher than what I can get the same coffe delivered for from elsewhere in Europe for.

The Sage Barista express is €530 on Amazon.de. Down €100 to €549, how generous of them.

We all accept that the coffee industry here is highly priced, but in many places the quality is quite good.

No doubt other places in europe have cheaper and equally good quality - but if the price gap isn't massive why not support local and hope that as the industry grows (and it seems to be exploding) competition will drive down prices. If your mass making filter coffee maybe it makes a big difference..

For me I have cloudpicker literally a quick scoot away. I call in and they fill my bag there and then from that days roast bin. They chat to me about the coffee and provide advice. Their service and quality makes it worth it for me.

FileNotFound · 25-06-2021 12:35pm

caviardreams wrote: »

Velo is having a 72 hour flash sale with €100 off the Sage Barista Express - it's 549 now, don't know if that's a good price or not, not in the market myself!

If its the black one its not much of a deal, seen it at similar price in harvey norman recently. Stainless steel one is priced higher so if its that one could be a nice saving.

adrian522 · 25-06-2021 2:30pm

cnocbui wrote: »

Lol. All these 'bargains' and discounts from irish coffee sellers barely get their prices down to that in other countries. Even with 15-20% specials from Velo, WCC and the like on beans, usually still result in prices higher than what I can get the same coffe delivered for from elsewhere in Europe for.

The Sage Barista express is €530 on Amazon.de. Down €100 to €549, how generous of them.

What price are you getting coffee delivered from?

25-06-2021 2:34pm

FileNotFound wrote: »

We all accept that the coffee industry here is highly priced, but in many places the quality is quite good.

No doubt other places in europe have cheaper and equally good quality - but if the price gap isn't massive why not support local and hope that as the industry grows (and it seems to be exploding) competition will drive down prices. If your mass making filter coffee maybe it makes a big difference..

For me I have cloudpicker literally a quick scoot away. I call in and they fill my bag there and then from that days roast bin. They chat to me about the coffee and provide advice. Their service and quality makes it worth it for me.

That's pretty much my logic, it's a bit more expensive than German Amazon. But they're local. Eg I buy local coffee all the time and honestly, I'm more likely to buy regularly from a business if they treat their staff well. The likes of Imbibe even though they may cost more, they seem decent and I want that kind of business to thrive.

cnocbui · 25-06-2021 2:51pm

adrian522 wrote: »

What price are you getting coffee delivered from?

The last lot was 3Kg at €29 per Kg including the €5 shipping. The Velo price for tha same coffee is €36 per Kg with the free shipping for an order over €80, which this would be, so a saving of €21 on that one order. I would be saving about €85 a year assuming 1Kg per month.

adrian522 · 25-06-2021 3:11pm

So I pay €27 per kg for a really good espresso blend. Free shipping.

Plenty of good value to be had from Irish roasters.

cnocbui · 25-06-2021 3:12pm

FileNotFound wrote: »

We all accept that the coffee industry here is highly priced, but in many places the quality is quite good.

No doubt other places in europe have cheaper and equally good quality - but if the price gap isn't massive why not support local and hope that as the industry grows (and it seems to be exploding) competition will drive down prices. If your mass making filter coffee maybe it makes a big difference..

For me I have cloudpicker literally a quick scoot away. I call in and they fill my bag there and then from that days roast bin. They chat to me about the coffee and provide advice. Their service and quality makes it worth it for me.

I have Ponaire a quick scoot away. I have bought from Ponaire, WCC, Badger & Dodo, Vello, and at least two other notables whos' name escapes me at the moment. I think the general standard and taste of what I am getting from Germany/Luxembourg is higher than that i have gotten from Irish roasters in general and Adams & Russel in the UK.

I don't see why I should reward or support the continuation of the high-cost model of Irish enterprises.

Back in around 2002, I was looking for a Jotul wood burning stove for my house. I found one in a local shop for about €1100. I shopped around and despite having to get creative with on-shipping, I got an even better clean burning version of the same thing delivered from the UK for less than half the Irish price. If that makes me a tosser for not supporting the local retailer in the lifestyle they aspire to, then guilty as charged.

Weepsie · 25-06-2021 3:44pm

cnocbui wrote: »

I don't see why I should reward or support the continuation of the high-cost model of Irish enterprises.

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It costs quite a lot to run an enterprise in Ireland.

FileNotFound · 25-06-2021 4:14pm

cnocbui wrote: »

I have Ponaire a quick scoot away. I have bought from Ponaire, WCC, Badger & Dodo, Vello, and at least two other notables whos' name escapes me at the moment. I think the general standard and taste of what I am getting from Germany/Luxembourg is higher than that i have gotten from Irish roasters in general and Adams & Russel in the UK.

I don't see why I should reward or support the continuation of the high-cost model of Irish enterprises.

Back in around 2002, I was looking for a Jotul wood burning stove for my house. I found one in a local shop for about €1100. I shopped around and despite having to get creative with on-shipping, I got an even better clean burning version of the same thing delivered from the UK for less than half the Irish price. If that makes me a tosser for not supporting the local retailer in the lifestyle they aspire to, then guilty as charged.

Oh I am all for following the bargain and agree there are times that "supporting Irish" is used to justify ripoff costs. It definitely does not make anyone anything other than conscious of their expenses.

In fairness I have tried a good few coffee roasters (mentioned some of them there) and have had mixed feelings on many (ponaire roast month no day, velo no roast info at all, so on and so on).

Just so happens that Cloudpicker Formation is to my taste (if you like espresso based milk drinks and enjoy the chocolate/caramel taste definitely recommend) so suits me - so maybe I am biased.

I used Rave until brexit - found them better than anyone in Ireland I had tried at the time.

Weepsie wrote: »

It costs quite a lot to run an enterprise in Ireland.

It does definitely cost a lot, that said those operating in Dublin are running the same prices as those operating in cheaper locations - now maybe I am a fool and location and labour are a tiny percentage of costs.

cnocbui · 25-06-2021 4:59pm

Weepsie wrote: »

It costs quite a lot to run an enterprise in Ireland.

I just want to buy excellent coffee at a good price, not underwrite someone elses enterprise whose costs are unreasonable due the country having an overpaid and underperforming civil/public service.

adrian522 · 25-06-2021 5:29pm

Well there are plenty of great Irish roasters offering great products are very good prices, I don't consider the price you quoted above to be anything out of the ordinary and is on par with what a lot of Irish roasters charge.

caviardreams · 25-06-2021 6:28pm

God I'm sorry I posted the Velo offer now.

To compare pricing with amazon for an electronic good is meaningless - and personally Amazon's ethical practice are absolutely worth paying significantly extra for elsewhere imo. The Harvey Norman comparison is absolutely fair - similar cost base etc.

Supporting Irish jobs and economic growth keeps our taxes lower so we all pay one way or the other. You are free to make your choice.

SouthWesterly · 25-06-2021 7:01pm

cnocbui wrote: »

I . I think the general standard and taste of what I am getting from Germany/Luxembourg is higher

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Can you drop some names please

cnocbui · 25-06-2021 7:13pm

SouthWesterly wrote: »

Can you drop some names please

https://www.mondodelcaffe.de/produkt-kategorie/kaffees/

They have quite a selection of green beans as well as roasted. The shipping cost means that for max benefit, you need to order 250g shy of each shipping weight range due to the weight of the box.

https://www.kaffeerösterei-hochschwarzwald.de/shop

Located in/near the Black Forrest. They have an amazing flat rate €5 shipping fee. I last ordered 3 Kg from them.

mad m · 25-06-2021 7:43pm

caviardreams wrote: »

West cork coffee:
20% code: REF
.. valid until Sunday 23:59
https://www.westcorkcoffee.ie/shop/REFISA

Super price this for the 1kg bag - €28 with the 20% off code.

Just to update on this. I emailed WCC about the 20% mistake. Got an apology and a personal 20% code off any coffee.

cython · 26-06-2021 9:28am

Discussion over costs of doing business in different countries aside, can anyone convince me not to order the barista express from velo if I were able to get a further 5 or even 10% off it? Would bring it to circa the Amazon DE price, or under 500 respectively.... That it's the black doesn't bother me, it'll be going beside a black toaster and kettle anyway.

I'm conscious that this saw a major price surge in the last year, so not sure it'll be gotten for much better any time soon, if ever.

caviardreams · 26-06-2021 10:09am

I can't comment on the barista express (there is a separate thread maybe worth checking there) but have ordered from velo previously (coffee etc) and found the service top class so would not have any concerns on that front.

Krusty_Clown · 26-06-2021 3:18pm

cnocbui wrote: »

https://www.mondodelcaffe.de/produkt-kategorie/kaffees/

They have quite a selection of green beans as well as roasted. The shipping cost means that for max benefit, you need to order 250g shy of each shipping weight range due to the weight of the box.

Not any more unfortunately. Seems to be pre-roasted only. Still getting my green beans for €11-€19/kg from roastrebels.de.

ballyharpat · 28-06-2021 12:27pm

Has anyone got a link to coffee deals at the minute? I like cloudpicker, I tried the goodbean and not my preference, I like wcc, I'd like to get something for under €30 after shipping, I order a kg at a time mostly.

mad m · 28-06-2021 5:01pm

ballyharpat wrote: »

Has anyone got a link to coffee deals at the minute? I like cloudpicker, I tried the goodbean and not my preference, I like wcc, I'd like to get something for under €30 after shipping, I order a kg at a time mostly.

Where you based

blondeonblonde · 29-06-2021 12:02am

ballyharpat wrote: »

Has anyone got a link to coffee deals at the minute? I like cloudpicker, I tried the goodbean and not my preference, I like wcc, I'd like to get something for under €30 after shipping, I order a kg at a time mostly.

I've been drinking Dream beans the last couple of months and am really enjoying it. They do a buy 4 and fourth is free deal.

I've ordered Sweet Sorrento blend, bourbon Manizales and Jaggy Loko. Especially like the Sweet Sorrento for espresso, a relatively dark roast compared to what I usually get but has been v consistent. Haven't tried the Manizales yet.

If you spend over 30 you get free shipping so my last order was 5 x250g bags for 30.80€.

Super freshly roasted too and quick delivery. Highly recommended.

caviardreams · 23-07-2021 6:05pm

15% off coffee at bell lane - Heatwave15

caviardreams · 28-07-2021 11:07am

Velo doing 12% off all sage machines because of the Olympic bronze for the rowers (gwan Ireland!) and two free bags of coffee included also

Code:

'OLYMPICMEDALS'

caviardreams · 01-08-2021 9:25pm

10% off at Bean west until midnight tomorrow - code August

caviardreams · 10-11-2021 11:15am

Some good deals on machines and brewing bundles on Velo atm - might be useful for xmas!

https://velocoffee.ie/collections/sale

Nice french press and grinder starter set in case you want to corrupt anyone else and bring them over to the dark side of coffee :D

https://velocoffee.ie/collections/sale/products/coffee-starter-set

Anjunadeep · 10-11-2021 10:45pm

Trying to order from Velo for the first time but having difficulty getting it to accept my Dublin address.

Anyone else have this issue?

Edit : When I removed "Velo Coffee Roasters - BMX 200g and Tandem 200g Monthly Pack" from the cart, I was able to proceed. Weird

caviardreams · 12-11-2021 7:01pm

14% off at VELO this weekend for black Friday advance sale

Code

EARLYBIRD14

Underpaid Mike · 17-11-2021 11:59am

Anyone else seen a huge drop in quality with Velo in the last 2 - 3 weeks ?

My wife and I have a Sage barrista and drink an ungodly amount of coffee 1kg+ a week between us.

Our go to was always Velo bags in Aldi which always tasted so good. I have now gone through 10-12 bags of it in the last 2 or 3 weeks and each and every one has been poor. This morning I threw away a full cup after the first sip. Coffee machine is cleaned, descaled and has no issues with Galway bay roaster beans which taste as they always did.

Has anyone else noticed Velo now tastes much darker and with a terrible after taste ?

Sigma101 · 22-11-2021 6:55pm

20% off coffee at Mahers this week. It appears to be only certain coffee types (includes their most popular Italian Roast). Use BLACKFRIDAY code at the checkout.

https://maherspurecoffee.ie/