B-java

2011-07-24T11:21:00.003-05:00

Hey people!
We are planning a big blow out for our 5th anniversary of being Bjava Coffee and Tea! Look for some fandangtastic coffees coming out of the roaster all through September!

More info as it comes! Look forward to September 1, 2011 to be a proud day in Indianapolis Coffee History as Bjava turns 5!

2011-03-10T16:06:00.002-05:00

Andy Brews! a photo by Bjava on Flickr.

Have you been in lately to have a cup on our new brew bar? Bjava Coffee is the first independent coffee shop in Indianapolis doing the pour over coffee station. We have several friends in the industry who have been offering fresh cups of coffee this way for a very long time.

Our pour over coffee bar is available to travel with a barista for a fee. Give us call if you need a coffee bar for your office or gathering!

Stop in and try a cup freshly brewed just for you!

We still have water.

2011-01-29T11:36:00.001-05:00

Originally uploaded by Bjava

We have water today, but on Monday we may be struggling for a few hours. Get in early for your espresso drinks. We can make pour over drip while the water is shut off, but that's it!

4 bags left

2011-01-09T11:18:00.001-05:00

Originally uploaded by Bjava

We only have 4 bags of this tasty coffee left. They are on the shelf, stop in on Monday before they are gone!

Check out this coffee for a limited time!

2010-09-19T08:51:00.001-05:00

Originally uploaded by Bjava

Cupping

2010-07-09T19:18:00.001-05:00

Cupping
Originally uploaded by Bjava

Andy has a goal of doing 1 cupping or other educational coffee service one Saturday per month. We need to keep on him so he sets up the dates in advance! July is getting away from us!

Jake Walker hanging at Bjava

2010-05-02T14:31:00.001-05:00

Jake Walker hanging at Bjava
Originally uploaded by Bjava

You just never know what might happen around the coffee shop. Someone may come in to play a little music.

Bj Showing Jess that Barista Mag is not about hot coffee guys.

2010-03-21T11:42:00.001-05:00

Bj Showing Jess that Barista Mag is not about hot coffee guys.
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Jess and I sat down with a couple of copies of Barista Magazine and some tasty coffee. We had our photos taken for Barista Magazine's 5th anniversary issue. So we are looking forward to seeing which photo Sarah chooses to use.

Stay tuned to see what wacky things we will be up to next.

Tired but looking forward!

2010-01-01T09:37:00.001-05:00

Originally uploaded by thomasgvsu

I found this photo in flickr, by a guy I may have met at the Coffee Talk barista jam in Ann Arbor. In the photo is Mark from Chicago, a true coffee geek, Gina from Milwaukee, my new friend on Facebook, Jess my part-timer, me, looking really tired, and Andy looking pensive, (not unusual for him.)

I keep going back to this weekend in my mind. The coffee shop we were in that day, MadCaps, doesn’t do bulk drip coffee. They don't offer a plethora of syrups, their coffees are not cheap, and yet they do good business.

Just some thoughts looking forward in to the New Year. I think that I may go back to my original idea of not having a drip coffee sitting in the pot all afternoon. So, perhaps after that last quick service lunch pot is finished I will only offer espresso, and hand poured coffees.
People are funny though, they apologize when I make them a cup of coffee this way in the afternoon, as if it is a lot of trouble for me. It is no trouble, as I want the coffee to sing, if it sits in a pot it barely hums.

Happy New Year!
What are you thinking about changing in the New Year?

Yes we roast!

2009-12-18T20:41:00.001-05:00

cool it
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

It really is fresh!

2009-12-18T18:48:00.002-05:00

Bjava at the Holidays!
It's a happening joint here at Bjava! We are really moving some great Fresh Roasted coffee! Come on in and get it while it's fresh!

We have a small amount of Kona on the shelf right now, but if you want to make sure you get some then Please stop in or call tomorrow and get your name on the list! It is going fast!

See you tomorrow or one day next week! Christmas is Friday, and you know you don't want to forget "that" person on your list who loves GREAT coffee!

2009-12-02T08:56:00.003-05:00

Kona Coffee is almost here! Stop in and place your order today!

Check out our great Christmas treats! We have some of your favorite flavored coffees. Our Holiday roast will be on the shelf before the end of the week!

Gift baskets, French presses, Tea brewers, get what you need here at Bjava!

See you soon for a yummy Peppermint Mocha or a Tres Leches Latte!

Mass Ave Market On Fridays

2009-09-05T22:33:00.001-05:00

Mass Ave Market 016
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Bjava is selling fresh roasted coffee beans at the Mass Ave Farmer's Market on Friday evenings through October. It is in the Art Bank Parking lot at Mass Ave and Collage Ave.

When you are in D.C. Visit Nick for me!

2009-07-28T19:26:00.001-05:00

Gold leaf window signage
Originally uploaded by nickcho

Chinatown Coffee is my friend Nick Cho's place. If you are in DC, please stop in for some of the best coffee in town!

Chateau Thomas Farmer's Market

2009-07-15T10:36:00.001-05:00

Chateau Thomas Farmer's Market
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Stop by on Thursday 4 to 8PM. It will be a great market this week! I'll be there with Fresh Roasted Coffee!

Chateau Thomas in Plainfield, IN

Iced Coffee

2009-06-19T19:50:00.001-05:00

Iced Coffee
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

You bet it is as tasty as it looks! Stop in for a glass.

Stop in for a chat!

2009-06-12T14:16:00.001-05:00

Cindy and Andy
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

We are a great place to meet a friend during the day for a coffee break and a chat! See you soon!

Andy ready to sell

2009-05-31T19:49:00.001-05:00

Andy ready to sell
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Come see us at the Chateau Thomas Farmer's Market on Thursdays from 4 to 8 PM.
We are at the Plainfield tasting complex.
Check it out here"
http://www.chateauthomas.com/contact/

We make our own goodies!

2009-05-31T19:44:00.001-05:00

See me next week! Goes great with coffee!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

What to do with a cookie and ice cream? Come in and check out our new cookie ice cream sammies!

2009-04-30T14:38:00.002-05:00

Art show Helein Hart May/June
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

The newest art show is up! Helein Hart is our artist showing water colors through June 30th. Helein has studied with many different artists and has taught art for several years.

Come in and take a look. Helein's art is affordable as well as beautiful.

2009-04-01T13:24:00.004-05:00

The coffee speaks for itself!
Check out what's being said about Bjava on the Internet click on,
Martine Locke scroll down to Monday March 30.

New coffees in this week, working on an Etsy page, and working on class schedule for consumer classes.

New Machine!

2009-03-01T21:13:00.001-05:00

New Machine!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

We bought a new espresso machine. It is great! Stop in and get a latte. We are getting really good at our latte art. It is much easier when you have good steam power. Smooth!

Tamp!

2009-01-14T15:21:00.001-05:00

Tamp!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Oh look it's me. Well the blog hasn't had any photos of me for a long time, if ever.
Andy and I went to Louisville, KY on Sunday the 11th. We took part in a barista Throwdown! at La Vida Java. This throwdown consists of making a latte with free poured art on top. Now, I am not the greatest at this feat, but I do like to try. More than anything I like hanging out with other coffee people. I learn something every time I get together with others in the business.

So, come on in and see if our latte art is any better. I think it is.
Cheers!
Bj

2008-12-03T20:20:00.003-05:00

There is fresh roasted on site coffee available NOW, at Bjava Coffee and Tea!!!!!!!!!!
Woo Hooo!

Indianapolis's newest roaster is working her little fingers to the bone, Sandy Cockerham, is roasting our coffee.

We have some tasty coffees for your holiday giving, so stop by for a sample.

See ya!

2008-11-05T15:17:00.005-05:00

And now for a lovely bit of luck............

I got a call on Monday, would I do a catering for Tuesday? I almost said no, well at first I did say no. It was for 60 and I thought they were talking lunch. No they just needed a morning snack with coffee, tea and hot cider. Ok. Delivered to the airport at 10AM, Ok. Who is this for, I ask?

We need to have something for the press and staff when they get in town with Obama.

I did not drop the phone.

I said yes of course I can do this.

I baked all day Monday and into the night. You know I just have a small oven.

Well here is what I took to the airport for the President Elect and his entourage.
Mini muffins, scones, granola, yogurt, and fruit took care of the food.
The hot drinks were Fair Trade Organic coffees, 1 Guatemalan and 1 Timor, Kenyan tea, and hot apple cider from our local orchard.

So there you have it, my brush with politics and fame!

Cheers and here is to the next 4 years, may they be Great!

Andy goes to the "Big City"

2008-10-08T15:50:00.001-05:00

Saturday morning crowd
Originally uploaded by Intelligentsia Coffee

Hey all, well my pal Andy went to the big barista jam in Chicago last week-end. Here is a photo of some of the jammers first thing Saturday morning. I am sure the were more lively later in the day. Mass amounts of caffine were consumed. I mean if you are going to hang out in a great roastery like Intelligentsia and play with coffee all day what do you expect!

I had to miss this blessed event, but just ask Andy about it. He had a great time and learned a lot of great stuff!

Alterra in the house!

2008-08-27T10:48:00.001-05:00

Alterra in the house!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Stop in for some great coffee from Alterra! YUMMMMMMM

How I spent my Sunday....

2008-08-11T16:59:00.001-05:00

Nimbus at t'he Farmer's Market selling tea and coffee.
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

I went to Louisville, KY with Sandy and Anita who were judges for the State Fair Beer Competition. I took the car and headed over to a coffee shop called Ray's Monkey House. The owner/roaster Nimbus invited me to hang out with him at a local farmers market.
I enjoyed talking with him about business and about how his coffee shop recyles and composts.

I also visited Sunergos Coffee. Both Ray's and Sunergos are roaster/retailers. Both places had a respectable shot of espresso.

If you are ever in Louisville, be sure to try the coffees from these fine shops.

Paradise in the house!

2008-07-26T16:58:00.001-05:00

Paradise in the house!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

We have already cracked into the espresso, WOW! Get in here next week, 'cause you don't want to miss this!

Last week Metropolis

2008-07-26T16:56:00.001-05:00

Last week Metropolis
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Not much left, but hopefully enough to brew this week for house coffee! Yummy.

Harvest of Indianapolis

2008-07-26T16:55:00.001-05:00

Harvest of Indianapolis
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

A very nice French Roast!

Coffee's working.

2008-07-18T22:04:00.001-05:00

Coffee's working.
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Rock and Roll, new meaning............rock all night, but you need to drive back to Chicago today............Then you need a coffee from
BJava!

2008-07-13T09:48:00.004-05:00

Espresso!
The Harvest Cafe Espresso blend will be on the bar by Tuesday, Wednesday at the latest. Going off will be the Higher Grounds espresso blend. Still on for a week Julian Espresso Crema.

The next roaster I plan to order from is Metropolis Coffee out of Chicago. I may be using another blend of theirs for espresso, as my machine does not run hot enough for their espresso blend.

I had a pot of the Metropolis Mocha Java blend it was awesome, I also really enjoyed their Rwanda and Tanzania Peaberry. So, bean buyers get ready for some great coffees you will need to take home!

2008-07-10T16:25:00.002-05:00

Pouring the Espresso base
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

It was me, I drank the last shot of Cafe Vera!
Espressos on the bar right now,
La Creama, by Julian Coffee Roasters and Espresso Roast, by Higher Grounds.

Coming soon: Espresso, by Harvest Cafe Roasters

These are all Indiana Roasters, come on over for a taste.

2008-06-12T14:42:00.004-05:00

Saying good-bye to our favorite locally roasted coffee.

We will miss you!

"Stanton Coffee has moved into the Coffee Consulting, Technology and Equipment arena.
They are discontinuing their Indianapolis Roasting Operation on June 17th. "

We are looking forward to new relationships in the coffee industry.
Bjava Coffee and Tea will still source and serve the

"Best Coffee and Espresso" in Indianapolis!

Cap and a cookie

2008-03-22T16:03:00.001-05:00

Cap and a cookie
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Stop in and try our new home made breakfast cookie. It goes great with a traditional cappuccino!
Great for breakfast, but if you want it in the afternoon we won't judge you!

Art at Bjava, through the end of Feb.

2008-02-11T14:36:00.001-05:00

Smoke fired tile
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Come on in and check out the ceramic art of Soyong Kang.
While you are here enjoy the warmth of one of our tasty coffees or chais!

Reserve the back room!

2007-12-05T21:52:00.001-05:00

Back room for group meetings.
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

You can reserve the back room at Bjava for your small group meetings. We can set you up with a fixed menu or each person can order on their own. We serve breakfast, lunch and snacks as well as our wonderful coffees and teas!

2007-11-01T09:41:00.000-05:00

November! How did it get to be NOVEMBER?

We had better get to planning for Christmas! I hope if you need coffee you all call me!

Kona comes in the week after Thanksgiving and there is a limited supply so come on over and reserve yours.

I made some Nutcracker Suite yesterday, so if you are a fan it is ready for you!
This photo is from last year, but it represents some of the items I will have again this year.
See you soon!

This is soooo cute!

2007-10-16T09:00:00.001-05:00

Arlo steaming
Originally uploaded by elysian

I have a customer who is 1 month old, but I am guessing when she is old enough I will have her on the espresso machine too!

If Arlo knew me he would say.........
Vote for Bjava on the A-List!

http://wrtv.cityvoter.com/SecureVote/Register.aspx?entry=22616

2007-10-07T18:11:00.000-05:00

Please go to this page and vote for us!
http://wrtv.cityvoter.com/details.aspx?business=51372

Thanks!

Cats Haven 2

2007-09-17T09:55:00.001-05:00

Cats Haven 2
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Art Show Opening for Katie Basbagill

2007-09-10T16:05:00.001-05:00

Art Show Opening for Katie Basbagill
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

I think Katie is laughing at my hat!

Art show of Katie Basbagill Photos

2007-09-03T08:57:00.001-05:00

Art show of Katie Basbagill Photos
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Katie will return from Asia this week. Come see her at the opening of her art show on Saturday evening. We will be serving up our usual great espresso drinks, and there will be lots of festivities!

Come check it out from 6 to 9, at Bjava!

Espresso!

2007-07-24T09:29:00.001-05:00

porn
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

DRINK ME!

2007-07-14T15:32:00.000-05:00

Busy, busy, busy! We had two successful events today! We had a meet and greet with the Indiana Speed, women's professional football team, and we were set up at the dog park for an event with Paws and Think.

The Speed event brought in a couple of new people who were interested in meeting our football players. We really had a good time with "Spoon" as our guest barista.

The Dog Olympics was a success at the Eagle Creek Dog Park. Paws and Think is a group that matches at risk youth with dogs to train. Bjava was a sponsor, our first time, and we had a table selling iced coffee drinks.
Let me tell you I wish I could have attended both events! Dara and Brian hug out with the puppies, while Lucy and I played with the footballers!

Have a great weekend!
Bj

Welcome back, Laura Connallon

2007-06-22T15:50:00.001-05:00

Musician Laura Connallon
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Check out Laura with Artist, Lynn Dugan!

Artist Lynn Dugan, at Bjava

2007-06-22T15:44:00.001-05:00

Artist Lynn Dugan, at Bjava
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Lynn Dugan will be at Bjava for her opening on June 28th from 7 to 9 PM. Please join us!
Laura Connallon will also be with us singing and strumming!

Art, Music, and Coffee - What a great Thursday evening!

2007-06-17T07:30:00.001-05:00

New sign
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

We finally got the Stanton circle sign off and the Bjava circle up!

There weren't a lot of choices for what could work in this space. Needless to say our logo would not work in a circle, well it would have left a lot of empty space in the circle.
We could have changed out the circle completely, but the space wasn't available with the what was there. We could have changed out the entire sign including "coffee shop", but the funding wasn't there.
So, with a bright light that you can read when you get closer to it, this at least will direct people to the words "coffee shop." I will try to get a better photo of it this week, this one is pretty washed out.

Starbucks Coffee Kills Local Coffee Shops

2007-06-03T14:37:00.001-05:00

Starbucks Coffee Kills Local Coffee Shops
Originally uploaded by wakest

Helping to "support" The Bra Show, this weekend!

2007-05-27T10:31:00.001-05:00

Helping to "support" The Bra Show, this weekend!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

This Saturday at Bjava Coffee, Tea and Art Gallery, Live Lovely Music!!
6-9PM

First Bra for art show.

2007-05-23T08:30:00.001-05:00

First Bra for art show.
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

Artist, Judy Leiviska, dropped off the first bra for the next art show.
The June art show is called "Baring the Truth". This is an exhibit about breast cancer awareness. Please join us on June the 2nd from 6 to 9PM to meet the artists and listen to the Kentucky Bootleggers.

Cafe Grumpy espresso cup

2007-05-09T12:22:00.001-05:00

Cafe Grumpy espresso cup
Originally uploaded by cafegrumpy.

I love this cup! If anybody goes to NYC they need to buy me this cup and a t-shirt from Cafe Grumpy! Please, please, please!

Come by to see new art!

2007-04-28T22:51:00.001-05:00

Art by Sofiya Inger
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

May 5th through May 26th 2007 - "Changing Shapes" - Sofiya Inger - a Russian native, presents metaphorical, colorful, and emotionally charged paintings.

Opening Reception to public - Saturday, May 5th, 2007 4:00 to
7:00 p.m.

2007-04-16T08:46:00.001-05:00

Shots for newsletter
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

If you have ever had French press coffee then you know that it is a great way to prepare coffee!

If you have not, well then why not stop by for a delightful treat! You can choose the coffee from any we have in stock.
Come in sit and relax with a press pot and a scone. Call it lunch if you like!

Off the cuff

2007-03-30T15:13:00.001-05:00

Off the cuff
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

2007-03-30T15:12:00.001-05:00

Off the cuff
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

Hey this was fun!
Paul Poteet and Tom Davis from channel 6 news and http://www.theindychannel.com/offthecuff/index.html came into Bjava to film an Off the Cuff episode. Off the Cuff is an on-line video comedy in the youtube style.
Our episode was in the style of the game show, To Tell The Truth.
You see a couple of weeks ago one of my customers came in all excited, Ginger had heard Paul refer to "Betty Barista" on the morning weather report. Ginger was sure he was talking about me, since my real name is Betty. (Now you all know! Darn it!!)

Well I took the opportunity to e-mail Paul about myself and my shop. He told me that Betty Barista is a nick name he had given his producer, Betsy, and that this sounded like a funny story. That is when I found out about "Off The Cuff", and we started planning a meeting of the "Betty's".

Filming was done over an hour to an hour and a half period. It's funny how long something that will end up being about 8 minuets long can take.

You can watch the video at the about link on Monday, but for a good chuckle don't just watch my video watch them all!

Cheers!

2007-03-17T14:43:00.001-05:00

The Bumble Buzz!

Hey all there are some things that you just must check out!

1. Brian has the "official" Bjava web site up and ready for visitors!
www.bjavacoffeeandtea.com

2. The art has changed, and this show will be up until May 3rd, so come by and check out the work of Gloria Pearson.

3. It is getting warmer, and we have started hitting the blender drinks pretty hard. I suggest the Peanut Butter Cup Frappe.

See you soon at Bjava Coffee and Tea!

2007-03-05T11:14:00.001-05:00

shamrock
Originally uploaded by pforbinesque.

Let's get ready for St. Patty's Day with an Irish Cream Latte!

This Week's Coffees Featured Coffee Beans:

Colombia Huila Cooperative
Classic milk chocolate tones with a bright finish.
Sumatra Gayo Mountain Organic
Clean earthy, and great body.

Kenya AA - Estate Coffee
Bright and fruity.

800 Pound Gorilla
Dark Roast Blend deep rich.

Daterra Farms Sweet Yellow Bourbon
Organic Fair Trade Medium Roast Sweet

Green Frog Organic Fair Trade Espresso
A lighter jazzier espresso blend.

This Weeks Featured Flavored Coffee Beans:
Highlander Grogg
Cinnamon Hazelnut Praline

Judge Bj etc

2007-02-28T12:14:00.001-05:00

IMG_1896.jpg
Originally uploaded by ghostbarista.

Here I am judging at the GLRBC. Checking out an espresso, I am sure it was good!

The Six

2007-02-27T20:01:00.001-05:00

Waiting to hear the news
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

I just returned from the Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition.
Here are the finialists, three from Inteligentsia Coffee and Tea, one from Coffee Hound, and one from Metropolis Coffee. The winner was Matt Riddle of Intelligentsia, Matt also won last year. Matt is an Indianapolis boy, he went to Pike High School, and IU. Matt is also the current United States Barista Champion.

I was privilaged to judge the first round of this competition. I enjoy juding competitions more than compeating.

I hope to have an Indianapolis barista compeating next year, perhaps even from Bjava!

Back to your coffee!

2007-02-14T11:13:00.001-05:00

DSC01901
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

Yes, we are open today. Apparently, the snow removal folks didn't think we would be!
So if you hit the streets, come on over and warm up at Bjava! Fresh Hot coffee, great hot chocolate and yummy beef vegetable soup.

2007-02-13T10:34:00.001-05:00

Daylilly
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

So, I am sorry to say that we are closed today. I will make it in tomorrow, but I didn't think any of you would venture out today. I thought it best that we didn't slide into the store just on the off chance someone was willing to come out for coffee. I am sure my competitor is open, since they are more about the buck in their name than the stars they should care about.

Stay home enjoy some hot chocolate or tea, and if you have run out of coffee I will be there for you tomorrow!

2007-01-29T11:36:00.001-05:00

Blind Cupping, Meetup.com
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

The Cupping Table.
We had a successful cupping on Saturday. It was my first time to lead one, and everyone who took part seemed to enjoy themselves.
We did a blind cupping of 4 Colombian coffees. 2 were grocery store whole bean bin coffees. 1 was from Starbucks, and of course we had a Stanton Colombian. The clear taste preference was the Stanton coffee. The first time cuppers were able to detect several faults in the first 3 coffees. We learned that 3 of the coffees we cupped were fairly old. The only coffee with a known roast date was the Stanton coffee it was roasted on January 22.

2007-01-25T14:09:00.000-05:00

Coffee Meet Up.,
originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

The next Indianpolis Coffee Meet up is on Saturday Janurary 27 at 2PM. Check it out at http://coffee.meetup.com/252/calendar/5407630/?gj=sj29

If you want to join us please join meet up dot com and RSVP for our cupping.

We will do a comparitive cupping of Colombian coffees from Stanton Coffee of Indianapolis, and some commercial brands.

We will also cup some other coffees from Stanton.

See you Saturday!

2007-01-02T13:17:00.000-05:00

January is National Hot Tea Month!

Come on over for a healthful cup of tea!

We have green tea, black tea and herbal teas. We will brew them for you, we use full leaf teas.

Drink up!

2006-11-22T14:43:00.000-05:00

Shop Bjava Coffee and Tea!
We have some great gift ideas for the coffee and tea lover!

2006-11-22T14:41:00.000-05:00

2006-11-21T12:00:00.000-05:00

Turkeys, Pies, and.........Coffee!

We have the coffee for your holiday dinner! Come on by and see what fresh yummy coffees we have for you!

PS Your Mom called, and that can of coffee you brought last year......try again!

2006-11-14T15:29:00.000-05:00

Come on over and check out our EGGNOG drinks!
We are serving up lots of cinnamon mochas and peppermint mochas as well!

2006-11-05T16:12:00.000-05:00

Soup we have soup. Lunch is warm and quick when you have soup!
Monday's Soup: Chicken Gumbo with chicken sausage

New cups for the coffee shop!

2006-11-01T13:07:00.000-05:00

New cups for the coffee shop!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

We got some great new cups for Bjava Coffee and Tea! Come in and have a small latte or mocha to "stay". Enjoy your coffee the way it was ment to be, in a great looking cup or mug.

Happy Halloween!

2006-10-31T14:23:00.000-05:00

Happy Halloween!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

That is one scary Latte! It was yummy too!
Halloween was fun and busy at Bjava Coffee. We were featuring our "Scary Berry" Smoothie, and Pumpkin Lattes.
BOO!

Have a safe and fun Halloween!

We brew for you.

Midwest Barista Jam

2006-10-24T16:29:00.000-05:00

Midwest_Jam_2006-10_078
Originally uploaded by ThaRiddla.

It was time that I pass on the "BGA Jacket", and Kim was more than happy to take it over. She didn't want me to get cold so she gave me a Coffee Break sweatshirt in exchange!
(photo from Matt Riddles flickr account)

Hanging out at Bjava

2006-10-19T11:31:00.000-05:00

Hanging out at Bjava
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

The first Indianapolis Coffee Meet Up was a success! We had a total of 6 participants. We tasted 3 coffees from Stanton Coffee Roasters. All of our coffees were roasted on Monday October 16. Nice and fresh. Since the coffees were so fresh we enjoyed them brewed using the French press.

We started off with Guatamal Huehuetenago, then we had Mexico Tres Oros, and we ended the evening with Daterra Sweet Yellow Bourbon, from Brazil.

For more on Meet Ups check out meetup.com
We had snacks, conversation and Coffee! What else do you need of a fun evening with new friends!

Watch those shots!

2006-10-17T13:08:00.000-05:00

Watch those shots!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

Welcome John to Bjava Coffee and Tea! John will be pulling shots for a few hours on Saturdays. John's goal is to compete in the Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition in February.

Stanton Roasts!

2006-10-06T17:46:00.000-05:00

Handsbean
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

We get our coffee fresh from the roaster, Mr. Tim Stanton, every Monday afternoon. Tim is very hands on with his roasts! (These are the hands that turn green coffees into that wondrous brew we drink!)

If you haven't had a cup of truly fresh roasted coffee then stop by, we can help you!

We Brew For You

2006-10-05T10:47:00.000-05:00

It's Getting Chilly and there is SOUP for you!

We will start serving soup tomorrow!

2006-10-04T13:25:00.000-05:00

Pink Ribbons and Raspberry Lattes.........

October is Breast Cancer awareness Month. Be aware and take care!
Bjava Coffee and Tea will donate 50 cents for every raspberry latte purchased during the month of October to the Susan G Komen foundation. We will also donate $1 for each pound of our fresh roasted Pink Ribbon Blend sold during October.

Come on in for a fresh cup of great locally roasted coffee or try one of our yummy full leaf teas.

We brew for you!

2006-09-27T14:04:00.000-05:00

TONIGHT SINGER/SONG WRITER MANDY MILLER

A Map to B-Java Coffee and Tea (Look for the Stanton Coffee sign)
Yahoo! Maps - Indianapolis, IN 46254-1685http://maps.yahoo.com/maps_result?addr=5510+Lafayette+Rd&csz=46254&country=us&new=1&name=&qty=

2006-09-22T21:00:00.000-05:00

Awesome! Awesome! Fun Night!

There were lots of folks here to see Judy Leiviska. Her art will be hanging in the coffee shop through November 30th so come by and check it out!

Laura Connallon was rockin' Laura just gets better every time I see her. We had several friends stop by just to hear Laura.

2006-09-21T07:19:00.000-05:00

Fabulous and Fun! Come check out the ART SHOW! Tomorrow evening (September 22) .
JUDY LEIVISKA http://www.art-bio.com/artists/leiviska_judy/bio.htm

We will also enjoy listening to Laura Connallon on the guitar.
http://www.lauraconnallon.com/

2006-09-17T11:20:00.000-05:00

Sunday the day of rest.....Actually today I must play catch up. Paperwork, order lists, blog...etc, etc.

Drip coffees we will be serving this week: (In no particular order)
Mexico Tres Oros, Velocity Blend, Costa Rica Monte Crisol, Ethiopia Yirgacheffe, Timor Maubesse (dark roast), Guatemala Huehuetenago, and Papua New Guinea (dark).

Featured Espresso Based Drinks this week:
Pumpkin Spice Lattes
Nuttella Orange Macchiato or Latte

So, Monday is Tim's roasting day, and here is what I ordered for this week: Espresso Vera, Datera, and Pacific Rampage. Pac Ram is a dark roast blend for the customers who just can't step away from the dark! The Datera Sweet Yellow has been a great seller, I have folks who buy 4 bags at a time! I wanted to serve it, but it sold out before I got a chance! This time I plan to serve some!

Last week was a whirlwind or activity business wise. The Starbucks was closed so we had double the number of customers. Out of all those new folks trying us out I have seen a few return after the green monster opened back up on Saturday. I expect after they all use their $5 gift cards many will come back to us. There were a few who said they didn't care where they got their coffee when I asked if they would come back. Oddly enough most were men who said stuff like that.

I did hear a lot of people say that they never knew we were there, and they were happy to see an independent here. I hope they meant what they said, and that they will return to us, time will tell.

2006-09-09T13:55:00.000-05:00

Hey happy Saturday! It is a beautiful day. So, our first full week as Bjava Coffee and Tea, yes well I am still spending money! Ha! That's what you do when you go into business!

Great news, the Starbucks across the way is going to be closed for a couple of days next week!
The bad part of that is they are putting in a drive-thru! Well, they can keep the lazy folk who can't get out of their cars for a kind word and a great cup!
At least on the days they are closed I can serve up some fantastic coffee, and win over some of their regulars!

Tim, the roaster and kind sole who sold me this shop, opened for me today. He sold a ton of coffee beans! That is good for both of us of course, it means I will be ordering a lot of coffee next week.

Barista Brian is playing in a softball tournament today. I hope they have fun!

So, here I am listening to erin mckeown on my laptop, and planning my next week. If anyone wants to stop by I will be working Saturday afternoons for the rest of the semester. Brian has an afternoon art class on Saturdays.

2006-09-04T11:16:00.000-05:00

Well, Friday September 1, 2006, we began operations as Bjava Coffee and Tea. Not much has changed from the coffee shop being Stanton Coffee, and not much will change at least for the rest of this year.
I will continue to flavor coffee beans for those who want it, I will continue to have the single shot foamy latte known as a capppuccino, and I will continue to serve a dark roast and a mild each day for customers to choose from for drip. (These things are expected by the current customers.)
The changes that will occur are, I will offer for in house consumption, a traditional cappuccino, espresso, and macciato served in the proper cups.
I will offer press coffees of single origin lighter roasts, such as, Stanton's
Brazil Daterra Sweet Yellow Bourbon.

2006-08-30T12:38:00.000-05:00

Today I sent info to the landlords attorney, tomorrow we do inventory.

Friday We Bjava.

2006-08-25T15:49:00.000-05:00

I went down to the Secretary of State office today. I filed my Articles of Organization for B-java Coffee and Tea LLC.

While I was there I visited my pals at the Coffee Zon, Terry and Sylvia. I see they have remodeled the zon, both locations look great! I met JP a new to me barista there, and I think she would have fit in with our old crew just fine.

So, it was kind of cool to visit the old while beginning the new! I took a couple of photos before the battery died on my camera. I will post them later.

This next week will be a whirl wind, but first Sandy and I are heading to Kentucky for a weekend with friends. The time away should do us good. Sandy has been roasting coffee for our friend Miriam's birthday. It smells so good in the house.

Trina and Me

2006-08-24T11:03:00.000-05:00

Trina and Me
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

Trina Hamlin stopped by yesterday morning. She was in town for a concert at Outword Bound Bookstore. Trina is a singer songwriter from Minnesota living in New York, and she is a pretty popular entertainer in the independent music world. She is also just fun to hang out with.

Check out her web site: http://www.trinahamlin.com/

2006-08-17T14:07:00.000-05:00

Copied from the SCAA Web page:
FEB: Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition,
Feb 22-25February 22 - 25, 2007
Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition
February 22: GLRBC Judges Certification Workshop
February 23-25: Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition
Hosted By: Intelligentsia Coffee Roasters & Tea Blenders
Location: Coffee Fest Chicago, Chicago Navy Pier, Chicago, Illinois
For More Information: Visit the 2006/2007 Regional Competitions page.
Great Lakes Region includes: WI, IL, IN, MI, and OH

I will be there judging. I hope to see someone competing from Indiana!

2006-08-16T09:30:00.000-05:00

Wednesday, I am looking at my insurance quote for the coffee shop. Ouch! I was told it was so high because I am a first year business owner. She said she wants to try to get me credit for all my years in the business as a manager. I hope that brings it down!

I met with the accountant yesterday and the lawyer tomorrow. Moving right along!

2006-08-12T12:44:00.000-05:00

Workin' on Saturday morning! I had a couple of friends stop by the coffee shop today. I like it when I can have a cup with a pal! I had asked my friend Jonathan to stop by and try a variation on our espresso blend. He liked it, but I think it needs tweaking.

I was pretty busy this morning. Sold most of my pre made sandwiches, and some breakfast biscuits. Lots of blender drinks, and lattes.
I had a guy order a single espresso. He sounded like he knew what he was doing so I called it a manly drink and made it for him. He drank it, but later said it was nasty! Ha ha, I told him next time he might like a latte, and he said yeah that's what I'll get next time. So, the next time he comes I will work on him to get a small double latte, and eventually work him down to an espresso macchiato. They need to be trained to drink espresso in this part of the country!

Well, I have the rest of the day off, and the shop is closed on Sundays, so I am going to enjoy this beautiful week end!

hmm

2006-08-11T16:17:00.000-05:00

hmm
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat.

2006-08-11T16:06:00.000-05:00

This was one of my coffees from Cafe @ Ray last year. It was cool to get my own photo shoot.

2006-08-11T15:57:00.000-05:00

So a blog, I wanted a blog, and now I have one. What ever shall I find to say?

How about I am buying a coffee shop, and I am going to name it B-java! Cool. I have been in the coffee business for over 12 years as a barista and manager. I have done professional training and sales over the last year. Now, it is time for me to move on to do it all.

Once we are flying the new flag I will tell you where it is, and what things are happening.