Coffee Beans NZ: Fresh From Independent Roasters, All in One Place
9 independent NZ roasters and 20+ coffees, one checkout. Compare New Zealand's specialty roasters side by side, find the coffee that suits you, and have it sent straight from the roaster.
Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the best coffee beans in NZ.
Why buy coffee beans here instead of from one roaster?
Every New Zealand roaster has a few great coffees. Finding the right one means visiting a dozen websites. We put them in one place.
Many roasters, one place
Browse independent roasters from around the country without hopping between sites, accounts and checkouts.
Sent by the roaster
We don't hold stock. Your coffee comes from the roaster who made it, packed and sent by them.
Matched to your taste
Answer a few questions and the quiz recommends coffees from across our roasters, based on how you brew and what you like.
Keep it interesting
On subscription, deliveries can rotate through roasters matched to you. Skip or cancel any time.
Meet the roasters
9 independent NZ roasters, all in one place. See how they compare in our best coffee beans guide.
Allies Coffee
Auckland 2 coffees in stock
Martinborough Coffee Company
Martinborough 3 coffees in stock
Prima Coffee Roastery
Christchurch 1 coffee in stock
Sacred Grounds Coffee Roasters
Taupo 4 coffees in stock
Segafredo
Auckland
Society Coffee Roasters
Auckland 1 coffee in stock
Sublime Coffee roasters
Palmerston North 1 coffee in stock
Three Llamas Gourmet Coffee Roaster
Christchurch 4 coffees in stock
Wildside Coffee Roasters
Woodville 3 coffees in stock
Top rated coffee beans from our roasters
Ranked by customer ratings, highest first. Coffees that haven't been reviewed yet follow, best-selling first. Each one is sent by the roaster named on it.
Wildside Coffee Roasters
Explorers Blend
Price range: $13.00 through $53.50
Sacred Grounds Coffee Roasters
Wharewaka
Price range: $13.50 through $53.50
Martinborough Coffee Company
Bullrush
Price range: $14.50 through $53.50
Sublime Coffee roasters
Custom Deluxe Blend
Price range: $14.50 through $56.50
Prima Coffee Roastery
TB3
Price range: $11.00 through $57.00
Sacred Grounds Coffee Roasters
Mahia
Price range: $13.50 through $53.50
Wildside Coffee Roasters
Tango Kilo Mike Coffee
Price range: $17.00 through $57.00
Martinborough Coffee Company
Pinot Barrel Aged
Price range: $15.00 through $54.00
Sacred Grounds Coffee Roasters
Fair Trade Organic
Price range: $13.50 through $53.50
Martinborough Coffee Company
Hopscotch
Price range: $14.50 through $53.50
Sacred Grounds Coffee Roasters
Acacia Bay
Price range: $13.50 through $53.50
Allies Coffee
Hinemoa Blend
Price range: $15.00 through $53.00
How much do coffee beans cost in NZ?
Across our 19 coffees, the smallest bag of most coffees costs between $13.50 and $17.00, and the cheapest starts at $11.00. Larger bag sizes go up to $66.00. Bag sizes vary by roaster and coffee, so check the size on each coffee's page when you compare prices.
Shipping is charged per roaster at a flat national rate, shown before you pay. If you order from two roasters you pay each one's shipping, so choosing several bags from the same roaster keeps the total down.
Want to know how much to spend? Read how much you should spend on coffee in our guide.
Shop coffee beans by roast level
Roast level changes flavour more than most people expect. Here is what each one means, and our highest-rated coffees in each.
Light roast
Brighter and livelier, often with fruity or floral notes.
2 in stock
- Pinot Barrel Aged Martinborough Coffee Company
- Inca Gold - Roasters Choice Three Llamas Gourmet Coffee Roaster
Medium roast
Balanced and rounded, with chocolate and caramel notes.
13 in stock
- Explorers Blend Wildside Coffee Roasters · 4.7/5 (30)
- Wharewaka Sacred Grounds Coffee Roasters · 4.7/5 (16)
- Custom Deluxe Blend Sublime Coffee roasters · 4.7/5 (3)
Dark roast
Bold and smoky, with low acidity.
4 in stock
- Bullrush Martinborough Coffee Company · 4.6/5 (10)
- Three Llamas Organic Dark Roast Three Llamas Gourmet Coffee Roaster
- Fair Trade Organic Sacred Grounds Coffee Roasters
Coffee beans for how you brew
The best beans for you depend on your brewer. Our guide covers each method in detail.
Espresso
Needs a fine, consistent grind and a coffee roasted with espresso in mind.
Plunger (French press)
Coarse grind and a few minutes' steep. Forgiving, with a full body.
Pour-over and filter
Medium grind. Cleaner, brighter cups, especially from lighter roasts.
Moka pot
Medium-fine grind. Strong, rich coffee made on the stovetop.
How it works
- Take the quiz. A few quick questions about how you brew and what you like.
- Get matched. We recommend coffees from our roasters that suit you.
- Order in one go. Add coffees from one roaster or several and check out once.
- Roasters send it. Each roaster packs and ships their part direct to you, with shipping shown before you pay.
- Rate it. Tell us what you thought and your matches improve.
Choosing coffee beans in New Zealand
New Zealand has a strong specialty coffee scene, with independent roasters in nearly every region. The best coffee beans for you depend on three things: how you brew, how you like it to taste, and how fresh it is when it reaches you.
Brew method. Espresso, plunger, pour-over and filter machines all behave differently. Roasters often say which brew method a coffee suits, and the quiz uses your method to narrow the choice.
Taste. Look at the tasting notes and roast level. Chocolate and caramel notes suggest a balanced, easy cup. Citrus and floral notes suggest something brighter. Smoky and bold suggests a darker roast.
Freshness. Buying direct from the roaster means your coffee hasn't spent months in a warehouse. Whole beans keep their flavour longer than ground.
Want the full picture? Read our guide to the best coffee beans in New Zealand, where we compare roasters, beans and brewing methods in depth.
Coffee beans NZ: your questions
Where can I buy coffee beans in NZ?
You can buy coffee beans straight from independent New Zealand roasters on Bean Merchant. We bring 9 independent NZ roasters together on one site, so you can compare their coffees side by side and order from several roasters in a single checkout.
How do I choose the right coffee beans?
Start with how you brew and how you like your coffee to taste. Lighter roasts tend to be brighter and fruitier, medium roasts balanced and chocolatey, and darker roasts bolder and smokier. Our coffee quiz asks a few quick questions and matches you to coffees from our roasters.
Should I buy whole beans or ground coffee?
Whole beans hold their flavour longer, so grind just before brewing if you can. If you don't have a grinder, choose a grind that suits your brewer on the product page.
How much does shipping cost?
Each roaster ships their own coffee direct to you and sets a flat national shipping rate. The rate is shown before you pay. If you order from two roasters, you pay each roaster's shipping.
Can I order from more than one roaster at once?
Yes. Add coffees from any of our roasters to one cart and check out once. Each roaster packs and sends their own part, so parcels can arrive on different days.
Can I get coffee beans on subscription?
Yes. Choose a coffee subscription and your deliveries can rotate through roasters matched to your taste. You can skip a delivery or cancel any time from your account.
How long do coffee beans stay fresh?
Coffee tastes its best in the first few weeks after roasting. Keep the bag sealed, away from light, heat and moisture, and buy about as much as you will finish in a few weeks. Whole beans stay fresh longer than ground coffee.
What is the difference between a blend and a single origin?
A single origin comes from one place, so it shows off that region's character. A blend combines coffees from different places, often to make a balanced, consistent cup. Neither is better; it depends on what you like.
Who roasts the coffee?
Independent New Zealand roasters. Bean Merchant doesn't roast or hold stock: every coffee page shows which roaster made it, and your order is sent by that roaster.
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