If you’ve walked through our doors at Alternate Route Coffee Co., there’s a good chance you’ve asked us one of three questions. We hear them […]

Alternate Route Coffee Co. is a women run and roasted specialty coffee roaster in Alberta, built on precision, intention, and an unwavering respect for craft.

You’ve invested in premium specialty beans. You’ve mastered your water temperature and timing. Yet your coffee still lacks that café-quality depth you’re chasing. The missing

When it comes to brewing coffee, we often obsess over the beans, the roast level, or even the brewing method. While these aspects are critical

Decaf coffee has long been the subject of debate in the coffee world. One side praises its caffeine-free convenience, while the other dismisses it as

At Alternate Route Coffee, we love celebrating how each coffee roast can take you on a unique flavor journey. Every brew holds surprises—be it fruity,

The True Cost of Specialty Coffee: Ever wonder why specialty coffee comes with a higher price tag? It’s not just about the exceptional taste—it’s about

Introducing the latest coffee release from Edmonton based Alternate Route Coffee Co. Our newest addition hails from the renowned Cedrela farm in Costa Rica, meticulously

“From our humble beginnings in the roastery on wheels we learned that only through passion and relentless commitment can you truly create something special.”  –

Looking for a quick and fool proof AeroPress recipe? Look no further! Enjoy it hot or brew it directly over ice for a delicious iced

The pour over is one of our favorite brewing methods! It is simple, clean and dependable. Here are a few of our favorite pour over

Spring has FINALLY arrived and hot summer days are on the way! This can only mean one thing… cold brew season is here! First things

We get asked all the time how we came up with the name ‘Alternate Route’. Well, it’s actually pretty simple … it’s about taking the

Notes before starting: The quality of water you are using is very important to the taste of your coffee. If the water you are using