Merlo Coffee began in Brisbane, Australia more than 30 years ago with a simple philosophy – freshly roasted coffee served by people who are passionate about coffee.
Our philosophy has never changed. We roast the highest quality coffee beans from around the world every day so that our customers can enjoy their coffee at its best – fresh and full of flavour. Every member of our team - from roasting, to retail and sales - is made up of friendly, knowledgeable and skilled individuals who are dedicated to providing the best coffee and service, every time.
Today, Merlo is proud to be one of Australia’s leading independently owned and operated coffee roasters, supplying more than 1500 cafes and restaurants across Australia with freshly roasted coffee.
Nolan Hirte founded Proud Mary Coffee Roasters and Cafe in 2009 with the aim of connecting coffee producers directly with consumers. At Proud Mary, we innovate, educate and collaborate to provide solutions for our customers. PMCR is comprised of;
- Proud Mary Coffee Roasters (wholesale)
- Proud Mary Cafe
- Aunty Peg's Brew Bar and Kitchen
- Collingwood Coffee College
Bean Alliance Group is an innovative company exhibiting excellence in coffee roasting, supply-chain, strategy and socially responsible programs.
From small beginnings in 1981 firstly as Monte Coffee then later as The Bean Alliance, and now as Bean Alliance Group, the company has a rich and diverse history. The dynamic team in the heart of Melbourne have expertise in sourcing, blending, roasting and packaging
award-winning, roasted coffee straight from its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility – the first in Australia certified to roast organic, the Australian Certified Organic Non-Alcoholic Beverage of the Year 2019 Winner, and a trailblazer in the sustainable space.
Bean Alliance Group aims for the highest level of integrity and delivered strategic intent.
• Quality in products and services
• Value & the value proposition
• Segmentation, a leader in the coffee market dynamic
• Product Diversification – award winning Project t Premium Tea & Indulge Your Senses Superfine Drinking Chocolate & LuxElixirs Turmeric and Matcha
• Coffee Integrity – freshness, flavour, aroma teamed with certification programs such as Australian Certified Organic (ACO) & manufacturer integrity HACCP.
• Authenticity – ACO, Fairtrade, Rainforest Alliance, Swiss Water Method, Ethical Tea Partnership and White Ribbon.
• Design and Brand Leaders – assisting start-ups with strategic approach.
• Campaign and Media – adding to the ever-evolving media landscape in support of street art, local talent and creative originality.