Lars & Margo
ActiveOverview
Lars & Margo is a small-batch specialty coffee roastery based in Cornwall, UK, operated by a husband-and-wife team, Peter and Mandy. The company focuses on ethically sourced single-origin coffee beans, hand-roasted in small quantities, with options for trade espresso blends. It emphasizes sustainability through zero-waste practices, aluminum-free packaging, and a refill service offering 10% discount for customers bringing their own containers.
History
Lars & Margo was founded by husband-and-wife team Peter and Mandy in Cornwall, UK, with operations at Unit 16, Liskeard Business Park on the Rame Peninsula. The roastery specializes in small-batch roasting of ethically sourced specialty coffee from regions like Peru. It has built a niche by partnering directly with farmers to ensure fair pricing and minimizing environmental impact through eco-conscious practices.
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Single Origin Coffees | Ethically sourced specialty beans | $15 - $25 per 250g |
| Espresso Blends for Trade | Custom blends for commercial use | $18 - $28 per 250g |
| Extended Fermentation Varietals | Premium processing like Yellow Bourbon | $20 - $30 per 250g |
Manufacturing
Coffee beans are hand-roasted in-house at their small-batch roastery in Cornwall, UK. Roasting occurs in small quantities to ensure freshness and zero waste. Green beans are sourced directly from farmers worldwide.
Notable Products
- Peru Extended Fermentation Yellow Bourbon - Single-origin coffee with extended fermentation process, roasted in small batches.
- Lars & Margo Espresso Blend - Blend developed for trade customers, using ethically sourced beans.
- Cornish Single Origins - Various single-origin beans hand-roasted for aroma, flavor, and strength.
Reputation
Lars & Margo is regarded as a niche, ethical small-batch roaster in the UK specialty coffee scene, praised by enthusiasts for freshness and sustainability efforts like zero-waste and fair farmer pricing. Professionals note its bespoke services and growing reputation for trade espresso blends. Limited visibility on broader platforms results in few formal ratings, but local support highlights its eco-conscious approach.