Job Title: Roaster

We are looking for somebody to conduct coffee roasting processes and activities for Fifth Battery Coffee Roasters. Must have experience in all aspects of coffee production (including roasting). And more importantly the ability work as hard as they play.

Tight Ass Tuesday...

Tuesday all whole bean coffee $5.95 (250g) a little present from Bro Town for the festive season. We grind to order if that is how you roll.

Merry Christmas...

From our family to yours we hope you have a wonderful christmas and a great new year!
Hopefully santa will be extra good to you.
Enjoy your holidays!

Christmas Trading Hours...

Thursday 24th December Open till 12 noon
Christmas Day 25th December - Sunday 3rd January Closed
Monday 4th January Open

Get Roasted...

Brother Espresso House Blend picked up a Bronze Medal in the Cafe Chain Category at The CSR Sugar Golden Bean Roaster Competition. This is the largest coffee roasting competition in the southern hemisphere, we sure are happy to have come away with a medal.

Brisbane News...

Check out the feature on Brother Espresso Bulimba in Brisbane News. Really happy with this one guys great work team!

Buy your Keep Cup today!

Custom 12oz Brother Espresso Keep Cups $17.95 - first brew is on us.
The first Barista standard reusable cup designed and manufactured in Austrlia from food safe poypropylene. For coffee on the go!

Aeropress Methods...

This is taking the Aeropress to a new level check out this link on the Tim Wendelboe website maybe you could be the next winner of the ‘Bronze Piston’.

Put your money were your mo is...

We are growing moustaches this year for Movember. We have decided to put down my razor for one month (November) and help raise awareness and funds for men’s health – specifically prostate cancer and depression in men.

What many people don’t appreciate is that close to 3,000 men die of prostate cancer each year in Australia and one in eight men will experience depression in their lifetime - many of whom don’t seek help. Facts like these have convinced me I should get involved and we are hoping that you will support us.

To sponsor our Mos, you can either:

• Click this link http://au.movember.com/mospace/176771/ and donate online using your credit card or PayPal account
• Write a cheque payable to ‘Movember Foundation’, referencing my Registration Number 176771 and mailing it to: Movember Foundation, PO Box 292, Prahran, VIC, 3181

Remember, all donations over $2 are tax deductible.

Movember is now in its sixth year and, to date, has achieved some pretty amazing results by working alongside The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCFA) and beyondblue: the national depression initiative. Check out further details at: http://au.movemberfoundation.com/research-and-programs.

If you are interested in following the progress of our Mos, click here http://au.movember.com/mospace/176771/. Also, http://au.movember.com has heaps of useful
information.

Thank you

Tight Ass Tuesday...

Next Tuesday all whole bean coffee $5.95 (250g). We grind to order if that is how you roll.

Coffee Calculator...

Where does the money go?

Free brew every Monday thru out Movember for Bro team members!

We are growing a moustache for Movember this year and am looking for recruits to join our team.
Movember is about raising much needed funds and awareness for men’s health – specifically prostate cancer and depression in men. Important when you learn that close to 3,000 men die of prostate cancer each year in Australia and one in eight men will experience depression in their lifetime - many of whom don’t seek help.
The more people we can get onboard, the more awareness and money will be raised and so we are asking you to join our team and either grow a moustache as a Mo Bro, or sign on as a Mo Sista and help out with raising funds.
To join our Movember team go to http://au.movember.com/register/1079 and follow steps. Once registered you’ll be sent all the information you need to get donations and get growing as part of my Movember team.
2009 is Movember’s sixth consecutive year. If you are interested in learning more about the work that is being carried out as a result of Movember funds, check out the details at http://au.movemberfoundation.com/research-and-programs.
Hope to welcome you to our Movember team shortly.

New Summer trading hours @ Bulimba...

Sunday 7am till 2pm

Subject to BCC Approval!

We set out a while back to create a new place which differs form our other coffeebars. Soon the people of Brisbane will be able to share in our joy and excitement for great coffees at Fifth Battery by Brother Espresso, 23 Warry Street Fortitute Valley.
Fifth Battery will open some time in the New Year barring any major catastrophe and BCC approval.

Brother is hiring new team members...

Crazy Busy = More Staff
You need:
• Extreme customer service and professionalism
• Attention to detail
• Passion for Brother Espresso
• Able to multi-task
• Flexible schedule 30hrs per week
Please email your resume to drink@brotherespresso.com.au

Amy Gillett Foundation

One of our regular punters Robbie will be riding the Amy Gillett Foundation Canberra to Melbourne Ride raising funds for the Amy Gillett Foundation.

6 Days - 832km - 9km Climbs

Monday 23 to Saturday 28 November 09

Sponsor Robbie

It's time to vote...

Don't usually get to caught up in eat & drink awards but the guys at map magazine rock. So if you think we a worthy vote for us @ Map 2009/2010 eat drink awards.

Brother Sing and Thai Tour

Just returned from a couple weeks in Singapore & Thailand. With very little planning we set out to do a lot in very little time. Along they way we convened with some locals who made lasting impressions let me share a few of them with you...
MOTHERHOUSE Bar-Restaurant
36/18 Moo 3
Thambon Nongthalee
KLONG MUANG
81000 KRABI THAILAND
www.baanleelavadee.com
Rockin good food & cheap beer. This family basically extended their home and business making our stay in Krabi unique from start to finish (we love you May).
SUNDOWN CAFE
106//4 Moo 3, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket, 83000, Thailand
www.sundowncafe.asia
Thailand not really known to cater for lovers of a good Savy B but David really went out of his way to make sure the glass was never empty (sorry Dicky hopefully the damage to the car was only superficial).
Singapore l would not call a coffee hotspot but we did happen to stumble across a good brew...
HIGHLANDER COFFEE
49 Kampong Bahru Road
Singapore 169362
www.highlandercoffee.com
These guys are passionate about what they are doing and it shows in the cup.
HOUSE OF CHICKEN RICE
Don't ask me where it is because l could not tell you (but l will find out). This place was pumping no wonder the locals can't get enough of it. Simple beautiful food bring it on.
Back to the daily grind.

Home sweet home...

Luka's last day Friday he is heading home to the Shire. Be sure to swing by and wish him well, thanks for the good times Bro.

New Neighbours...

BOXCOPY a contemporary art space dedicated to supporting artists in developing experimental & creative practices.

Upcoming...

Super Vanitas :: Stephen Russell
26 September – 17 October 2009
Opening Saturday 26 September 6-8pm
Artist talk 26 September @ 5pm

Level 1, Watson Brothers Building
129 Margaret Street,
Brisbane QLD 4000

GENERATION is HERE!!!

Certified Organic Coffee Beans
Developing earthy body with floral tones and sweet citrus finish.
Origins...
East Timor, Ethiopian, El Salvador and Brazil
Drop by and purchase some freshly roasted beans.

Happy Birthday Wickham House Store

2 years today Brother has been serving great coffee to the Terrace.

New turf ...

The boys are at it again a few boxes to tick before l can indulge anymore info fingers crossed we can pull this one off.

Jeans for Genes Day Tomorrow...
In support we will be filling our hoppers with Gene Blend. All tips will be donated to the Children's Medical Research Institute.

No Appointment Necessary...
These boys appreciate good coffee and we at Brother appreciate a good barber. www.barebonesbs.com.au & www.uppercutdeluxe.com

Coming Soon @ Watson Building for decaf drinkers only.

Gene Friday

Friday August 7, 2009 is Jeans for Genes Day in support we will be filling our hoppers with Gene Blend. All tips will be donated to the Children's Medical Research Institute.

This weekend...
Beware Coffee Geeks!
Coffee and Chocolate Affair
Sun 12 July 2009
10am - 4pm
Portside Wharf, 39 Hercules St, Hamilton

For Consideration...

New Sunday trading hours at Bulimba late start of 8am and extend hours to 2pm in the arvo?

The Tour + No Sleep = Coffee

RIP

The Lifted Brow No. 5 (ships soon). Good art from and about Brisrael City. Not really our style taking out full page ads but this zine is going to be pretty chunk.

“Lethal Leigh” the legend @ Bulimba having a brew does it get any better!

Shout out to AARON TAIT PHOTOGRAPHY
Big thanks check out some of his work on our new website!

New website launched!

Collab...
You are used to getting it in a cup how about a box? Brother Espresso and The Boutique Box Company are working jointly in an effort which should see Brother coffee exposed to even more punters.

A little taste of the writing done by Tues from Ironlak. Come check it out @ Bulimba.

Butter Chicken for lunch @ Bulimba tomorrow!

Construction Zone...
Sorry for the noise guys! The sweet tunes heard coming from Bulimba can't even be heard over the drilling going on out front. Fingers crossed there is not to much more l don't think l can bare it.

Brood Blend now in store, another offspring adding to our signature coffee blends.
A sweet earthy flavor, full body, low acidity and light caramel finish.
Origins: Guatemala, Costa Rica, Columbia and Brazil

Come down and check it out at Bulimba. The wall has been covered in style by Ironlak

Escape the rain for lunch Pumpkin Soup tomorrow @ Bulimba only

Ironlak have it covered...
Ironlak team Australia will be doing some painting at the new Bulimba espresso bar. Just waiting for some paint to arrive in Australia, we are very excited!

Brother Espresso is now on twitter

It is called a chemex coffee maker and l want one!

Beanhunter was developed so that no matter where you are in the world you can quickly and easily find fantastic coffee. Love your work guys, keep up the good work and thanks for the kind words.

Thanks to everyone who made it out this weekend to the new Bulimba Espresso bar. A special thanks to staff, family and friends who have made this possible.

See you in the morning Brother Espresso Bulimba will open at 7am. Who will be the first cup?

A big week ahead... One brother down, new staff and the opening of the Bulimba espresso bar this Saturday. Don't know about you but l'm already looking forward to the Labour day holiday.

2009 World Barista Championships ...
and the winner is Gwilym Davies, United Kingdom.
Well done Tim reperesenting Australia with a 13th place in the perliminary round.

Lest We Forget ...
Anzac Day is a time to reflect on the contribution made by all service men & women past and present. Free brews for all active Australian Defence Force members Friday the 24th April.

HARIO Syphon
While down south we picked up a hario coffee syphon from St Ali. We are burning every chance we get.

You can almost taste it ...

Final touches will be made this weekend at the new Bulimba espresso bar should be pouring mid next week.

Come work with us ...
Please contact us if you have experience in hospitality and would like to work with us. We are currently looking for motivated staff who are experienced in hospitality. The position will include ongoing training, flexible hours and above award wage.

Happy Easter
Closing as per usual Thursday and re-open Tuesday the 14th April.
Hope you have a great easter and a relaxing long weekend from our family to yours.

Casino Royal Bicycle Poker Game Raffle
As a result of the Casino Royal winner not being avid fixed rider they have done something special by donating the Electric Blue Velocity Deep V rims to Endeavour Foundation in the form of a raffle.
Tickets $5
Buy your ticket at Brother Espresso 127 Margaret Street raffle drawn 30th April 2009.
All proceeds go to the race charity Endeavour Foundation.

Casino Royale Bicycle Poker Game
An awesome night 35 plus riders, 10 checkpoint/support crew, live music, pizza, cold beer and good clean fun.
Thanks to all those that had a hand in making Casino Royale Bicycle Poker Game.
I gladly thank all sponsors, especially …
· Velocity
· Gear Shop Brisbane
· Red Bull
· Crumpler
· Brother Espresso
· Endeavour Foundation
· Eagle Boy Pizza
· Lesson MC

R.I.P Saturday's @ Watson’s Building
Reserve your seat at Bulimba on Saturday’s as Watson’s Building (127 Margaret Street Brisbane City) will no longer open Saturday's after this weekend. Sorry something had to give, there are only so many brothers to go around.

Only 4 sleeps to go ...





















Friday April 3rd 7.oopm
BROTHER ESPRESSO
127 Margaret Street Brisbane City
Music Lesson MC

A Bicycle Poker Game is an event using a bicycle where participants travel over a pre designated route and, at designated stops on the route, draw playing card(s). The object is to have the best poker hand at the end of the run. Prizes are awarded for the best hand, most chips and wild card. Casino Royale will require a five dollar fee to enter; part of the fee goes to funding the event, while the rest goes to the event's cause Endeavour Foundation.

Anyone that can pedal has a chance!

Gene Blend

A light nutty flavour medium body light acidity with wine tones.

Origins... Kenya Sumatra Ethiopia

This signature coffee blend will be replacing Kin for a period of time depending on demand.

Staff Only
Thanks Luke for supplying us some Kopi Luwak from Gajah Mountain Coffee. Kopi Luwak is coffee that has been semi processed by the Luwak (a civet cat paradoxurus hermaphroditus of Indonesia).

Not everything can be about coffee ...
This young and fresh website h(y)r collective is not to be missed. They are bringing you the latest news on what’s up, what their feeling and what you should be. Tell your friends.

Stumbled across this on Four Thousand yesterday!!
l promise no money exchanged hands!!

Flux Coffee Mugs by Richard Neville now in store. Hand made in Australia.

Single Origin

For a limited time we have Guatemala single origin available for retail.

GUATEMALA - Distinct fresh fruit notes, a fine, well balanced body and pleasant aroma.