Frequently asked questions
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Orders & Shipping
Order status, shipping times, costs, and what to do about lost packages.
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When will my order ship?
We roast in small rounds and seal each bag the same day it is roasted. Orders ship within 2 business days; orders placed over a weekend or holiday ship early the following week.
You'll get a tracking email the moment your label is created.
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How long does delivery take?
Within the contiguous US: 2–5 business days from ship date with USPS Priority or UPS Ground.
Hawaii and Alaska: 3–7 business days. We currently ship within the US only.
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How much is shipping?
Standard shipping is a flat $7 on orders under $50. Orders of $50 and over ship free anywhere in the US — that’s every subscription plan except The Single Pour.
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How do I track my order?
You'll get a tracking link by email when your order ships. Logged-in customers can also see live status from My Account → Orders.
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My package shows delivered but I can't find it.
First, check with your neighbours and household — carriers occasionally mark a package delivered before it arrives. Wait 24 hours, then if it's still missing, email us at contact@anaerobic-coffees.com with your order number and we'll file a claim with the carrier and send a replacement.
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Can I change my shipping address after ordering?
If your order hasn't shipped yet, yes — email us within a few hours of ordering and we'll update it. Once a label is generated we usually can't recall it, but we'll work with the carrier to redirect when possible.
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Do you ship internationally?
Not yet. We currently ship to the United States only (including Hawaii and Alaska). International shipping is on our roadmap — join the Inner Circle to be notified when it launches.
Coffee & Brewing
Roast dates, freshness, brewing recipes, and our processing methods.
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What is anaerobic processing?
Anaerobic processing means cherries are sealed in oxygen-free environments during fermentation. Different microbes thrive without oxygen, producing flavor compounds you can't get any other way — think jasmine, tropical fruit, wine, cherry. We dial in time and temperature for every lot. Read the deep dive →
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How fresh is the coffee when it arrives?
Every bag ships fresh from the roast. Coffee tastes best between day 7 and day 30 after roasting — that's when the gases finish off-gassing and the aromatics peak.
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How should I store my coffee?
Keep your bag sealed at room temperature, away from light, heat and moisture. Don't refrigerate — the temperature swings will draw moisture into the beans. For longer-term storage you can freeze unopened bags. Full storage guide →
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What's a good V60 recipe?
Our house V60: 15g coffee, 250g water, 92°C, 3:00 total. Bloom 50g for 30 seconds, then pour in slow circular motions. Aim for a medium-fine grind — finer than drip, coarser than espresso. All our recipes →
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Whole bean or ground?
Always whole bean. Coffee starts losing aroma the moment it's ground — within an hour you've lost most of what makes a specialty coffee special. If you don't have a grinder yet, a hand grinder under $80 will outperform a $200 blade grinder. We'll be happy to recommend one.
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My coffee tastes sour / weak / bitter.
Sour or under-extracted: grind finer or use hotter water (95–96°C).
Weak or watery: use more coffee, or grind finer.
Bitter or harsh: grind coarser, lower water temperature, or shorten brew time.
Adjust one variable at a time. Full troubleshooting guide →
Subscriptions
How subscriptions work, managing your plan, and discounts.
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How does the subscription work?
Choose a plan (Single Pour, Double Shot, The Reserve, or The House Pour), pick your taste preference, and pick how often you'd like delivery — monthly or every 2 months. We roast and ship on a fixed schedule and bill before each delivery. Skip, swap, or cancel anytime from your account.
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How much do I save?
Subscribers save 10–18% off our regular bag price: 10% on 1 bag (The Single Pour), 12% on 2 bags (The Double Shot, or The Reserve on microlots) and 15% on 3 bags (The Full Pour). Prepaying three months takes those to 15% and 18%. Plus free shipping on every order over $50 — which covers every tier from The Double Shot up — and a free welcome gift on your first delivery.
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How do I skip or pause a delivery?
Log in to My Account → Subscriptions, find your active subscription, and click Skip next delivery or Pause. You can also reschedule the next charge date. Changes take effect immediately as long as you make them at least 24 hours before the next bill date.
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How do I cancel?
My Account → Subscriptions → Cancel. No fees, no questions, no minimum commitment. If you'd rather pause for a month or two, that option is right next to Cancel.
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Can I change my plan or coffee preferences?
Absolutely. Change your plan, taste profile, or delivery frequency anytime from My Account → Subscriptions. The new settings apply from your next delivery.
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What if my card fails?
We'll email you and retry the charge a few days later. If it still fails after a couple of attempts, the subscription pauses until you update payment. Update your card from My Account → Payment methods.
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Can I gift a subscription?
Yes. On the Subscribe page, choose Gift a subscription. You can pre-pay for 3, 6, or 12 deliveries and we'll send a beautiful card to the recipient on the date you choose.
Returns & Refunds
Our policy on returns, refunds, and replacements.
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I opened my first bag and don't love it.
Love your first bag — or it’s on us. Tell us within 30 days of delivery and we’ll swap it for a different lot.
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Can I return a bag of coffee?
Because coffee is perishable, we accept returns of unopened bags within 14 days of delivery. The bag must be unopened and in original condition. Email contact@anaerobic-coffees.com with your order number to start a return.
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What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
We'll make it right at no cost. Email us within 7 days of delivery with a photo of the issue and your order number, and we'll ship a free replacement or refund — whichever you prefer.
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How long do refunds take?
Once we receive your return, we issue the refund the same business day. It usually appears on your card statement within 5–10 business days, depending on your bank.
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Who pays return shipping?
If a bag is returned because of a defect or our error, we cover return shipping. If you've simply changed your mind, return shipping is your responsibility. Full details in our Returns & Refunds policy.
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Can I cancel a subscription order that already shipped?
Once a subscription order is roasted and shipped we can't recall it. You can refuse delivery for a refund (less return shipping), or accept the package and apply for a refund within 14 days if the bag is unopened. Cancel future deliveries from your account at any time.
Account & Wholesale
Account help, wholesale enquiries, press, and partnerships.
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I forgot my password.
Go to the login page and click Forgot password. We'll email you a reset link within a minute. If it doesn't arrive, check your spam folder or email us.
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Can I order without an account?
Yes — guest checkout is available at any time. An account makes it easier to track orders and manage subscriptions, but it's optional.
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Do you offer wholesale?
Yes. We work with cafés, restaurants, hotels, and offices. Pricing, training, and equipment programs are available — start with our Wholesale program page and we'll be in touch within a business day.
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Press, partnerships, or media enquiries?
Email contact@anaerobic-coffees.com with the subject Press / media. We're happy to provide samples, photography, founder quotes, and access to our roastery.
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Do you have gift cards?
Yes — digital gift cards in any amount, delivered by email and never expiring. Find them on the gift card page.
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