GOOD LIFE - Featured Roaster in July 2025

July is here and so is a beautiful reminder from the team at Good Life to stay positive, make intentional choices, stay curious and spread the good vibes! A wonderful team at Good Life, the providers of something really tasty for you to enjoy this month!

Please tell us a bit about the team and Good Life operations.

It’s been a while since we last did this! For all new subscribers (Hi!) and because things have evolved a bit - here’s a quick intro to the crew behind Good Life Coffee Roasters. We’re a small team based in Helsinki, doing our best to bring you tasty, carefully roasted coffee. The roastery is run by Lauri Pipinen and Aleksi Kuusijärvi, and our coffees are roasted with care by Richard Shannon.

We’re all about great coffee, good vibes, and keeping things transparent — from sourcing to your cup. A few things have changed over time, but the mission stays the same: roast coffee we’re proud of and share it with folks who care.

What is your outlook for the rest of this year?

Good question! Honestly, we’re feeling pretty excited about the rest of the year. We’ve got some beautiful coffees lined up  a mix of fresh harvests and a few special lots we’re really looking forward to sharing.

Behind the scenes, we’re also working on a few small improvements: dialing in our roasting even more, keeping things sustainable.

Mostly, we’re just focused on keeping the quality high, staying curious, and making sure you’ve always got something good in your cup.

Any coffee moments you have really enjoyed recently?

Yeah, actually one of our favorite recent coffee moments was at the Danche washing station in Ethiopia. Drinking a fresh cup right where it was processed, surrounded by those green hills and coffee treas, was something special. The coffee tasted incredible, but it was the whole vibe that made it unforgettable.

How do you avoid Bad Life?

For us, “Avoid Bad Life” means staying true to what makes us feel alive. We focus on doing meaningful work, surrounding ourselves with good people, and keeping a positive mindset even when things get tough. It’s about making small, intentional choices every day that add up to a life we genuinely enjoy. And of course, good coffee is always part of that.

How do you enjoy being part of your local coffee community and what does this involve?

We really enjoy being part of our local coffee community it’s all about connection, support, and sharing what we love. Whether it’s collaborating with other local businesses, chatting with regulars at events, or just geeking out over new beans with fellow roasters, it keeps us inspired. It’s not just about coffee - it’s about the people behind it.

Great selection for this month, for each of the coffee being featured please could you share some detail.

Vunga, Rwanda - Washed Processed

A vibrant cup with crisp acidity and notes of grapefruit, papaya, and red berries. Light florals and subtle malt round out the clean, tea-like finish. Perfect for those who enjoy bright and elegant washed African coffees.

La Catarata, Costa Rica - Honey Processed

This honey-processed lot offers a silky body and balanced sweetness, showcasing notes of peach, apricot, and a hint of orange blossom. Its gentle acidity and clean finish make it a smooth and approachable cup.

La Catarata, Costa Rica - Anaerobic Processed

Expect bold tropical fruit notes like mango and pineapple, supported by a syrupy sweetness and vibrant florals. This anaerobic profile is expressive and juicy, with a lingering spiced finish.

Danche, Ethiopia - Washed

This washed Ethiopian delivers a bright and elegant profile with notes of jasmine, lemon zest, and white peach. It’s floral, crisp, and perfect for lovers of clean, high-altitude filter coffees.

Caimo Collective, Colombia - Washed

A classic washed Colombian with layered flavors of red apple, caramel, and a touch of citrus. The cup is well-balanced with a medium body and a gently sweet, nutty finish.

La Catarata, Costa Rica - Espresso - Honey Processed

This honey-processed espresso roast brings out deeper sweetness with notes of ripe plum, brown sugar, and hints of cocoa. Its syrupy body and low acidity make it ideal for a smooth, comforting espresso experience.

Any closing remark you would like to make to our subscribers?

 We just want to say thanks for being part of the journey. Life’s too short for bad coffee or bad vibes so keep chasing what brings you joy, stay curious, and don’t forget to pause for a great cup now and then. At Good Life, we’re all about good coffee, good people, and good moments. Let’s keep avoiding the bad life together.