Brass Ring Coffee
121 Iowa Ave, Iowa City, IA
Crema's Take
“This Iowa City roaster has earned unanimous praise for pulling exceptional espresso shots and pour overs from their expertly sourced beans, with their signature Brass Knuckle blend becoming a local favorite for its freshness and versatility. What sets them apart is their adventurous approach to single-origin coffees—experimenting with unique processes like anaerobic fermentation—paired with genuinely helpful roast descriptions that guide you toward exactly what you're craving, whether that's a fruit-forward Ethiopian or something more complex. The free local delivery is a thoughtful touch that reflects their commitment to their community, though many wish they'd open a physical cafe to experience their craft in person.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
The best coffee in Iowa City without a doubt.
Tried out their brass knuckle blend because I was looking for a local roaster. Will definitely be my coffee of choice moving forward. The beans pull great espresso shots and are super fresh!
Every morning I wake up, glare at the morning sun, and stumble my way out to the kitchen to make a pour over. I heat the water and grind the coffee. I do the best pour over I can manage with my half-awake motor skills. I take my first sip and something dawns on me: That’s the best tasting coffee I’ve ever had.
Best Iowa City coffee roaster. They do free local delivery which is very convenient as well. I really appreciate the detailed descriptions of each roast. I love fruit forward roasts so it helps me in making an informed purchasing decision.
Best coffee roaster in the area. Really like how they are experimenting with different origins and processes like their Colombian anaerobic. Just wish they had a storefront and cafe!
Crema Reviews
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