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It's the time of the year when our brand activation team is out in the community. The schedule this year promises to be busier than ever and we hope to see you, at least once, as we dispense handcrafted coffee and good cheer. Here are some upcoming events... May 18 Robinson's Independent Grocer, Huntsville May 19 Stephen's Butcher Shop, Port Carling May 23 Gagnon's Independent Grocer, Bracebridge May 25/26 Don's Bakery in Bala +... Continue Reading

We shop at Vrab's in Sudbury and always buy Starbuck's Verona. Well, there was none left last week. I was intrigued by the idea of Muskoka coffee and loved the label so I picked up the Black Bear Dark. WOW!!!! That's what coffee is supposed to taste like!!! We are officially hooked. We have even started thinking of buying some for friends out of town who have been denied the pleasure! Frank & Sally, Sudbury Continue Reading

Last week we were delivering an order to the French River Trading Post, a lovely spot near the northeast corner of Georgian Bay. They have been a customer since 2004 and we're always welcomed when we arrive with a fresh delivery...except this time. Knocking on the receiving door elicited no response. More knocking...nothing. Finally, the door opened a crack and a relieved woman said, "we thought you were the bear who was just here, coming back... Continue Reading

It was great to see so many of you this year at the Spring Cottage Life Show. Thanks for stopping by our demo tent and for all your positive feedback; we really do appreciate it. We have collected all the entry forms for the Free Coffee For One Year contest and will be drawing a winner when the contest closes at the end of May. Good luck to all who entered! Continue Reading

Our latest print ad starts appearing in magazines this month. We shot the ad early on the morning of September 9th, 2011 after a few false starts earlier in the week when the weather didn't cooperate. Thanks to all the friends and neighbours who loaned us boats and bikes and assorted watercraft. Nestled in that flotilla are three vintage Muskoka-built wooden boats - see if you can spot them! It seems like the idea of advertising fame was mo... Continue Reading

Not only has Black Bear been spotted at Vrab's Independent Grocer in Sudbury, but also Howling Wolf, Loon Call Breakfast Blend and Muskoka Maple. Great news for all of you in the Sudbury area. We look forward to seeing you in the coming months when our activation team comes to visit...we'll post the date as soon as it is confirmed. Continue Reading

Our coffee is now available at Dollar's Independent Grocer in North Bay. If you are in the area, be sure to drop by on Saturday, April 14th when Lene and Marie will be in the store sampling Black Bear, Loon Call and Muskoka Maple. We hope to see you there! Continue Reading

We are pleased to participate in the Fuel and Fun promotion running from April 3 to May 17, courtesy of Explorers' Edge. They are offering $25 Experience Vouchers that can be redeemed at various establishments, including at our Roastery Showroom in Huntsville. If you have a voucher, do drop in to visit us and convert your piece of paper into some handcrafted coffee. Sounds like a good trade to us! Continue Reading

We had a great time with our demos at Denninger's. Thanks to all of you who stopped by for a cup of handcrafted coffee and thanks to the friendly staff of Denninger's for their hospitality. There is stock of Black Bear, Loon Call Breakfast Blend, Howling Wolf, Woodroasted Espresso and Muskoka Maple in the Burlington and Hamilton stores, so be sure to drop in and pick up a bag. Continue Reading

Now there is a way for you to enjoy your favourite Muskoka Roastery Coffee in a 'one cup at a time' format. Check out this page for more details. Continue Reading