Frequently Asked Questions
Looking for your next favourite coffee? Find answers about Three Llamas specialty coffee, our certified organic range, grind options, subscriptions, New Zealand delivery and wholesale supply.
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Our Specialty Coffee
What makes Three Llamas Coffee different?
Three Llamas specialises in high-quality Arabica specialty coffee, with a Peruvian range sourced from Cajamarca in Northern Peru and freshly roasted in Woodend, North Canterbury.
Explore distinctive flavours, different roast profiles and certified organic specialty options to find a coffee that suits your taste.
What is the difference between specialty coffee and “premium” coffee?
Specialty coffee reflects recognised standards of coffee quality. “Premium” is a marketing description and, on its own, does not confirm a particular grade or quality standard.
At Three Llamas, both our specialty range and our certified organic range are specialty coffee. We focus on carefully sourced Arabica beans, distinctive flavour and thoughtful roasting.
Is your certified organic coffee also specialty coffee?
Yes. Our certified organic coffees are also specialty coffee. Organic certification and specialty quality describe different aspects of the coffee: organic relates to certified production standards, while specialty relates to coffee quality.
Our certified organic selection includes Viva, Wellbeing, Medium Roast and Dark Roast.
Where do your coffee beans come from?
Our Peruvian specialty coffees come from Cajamarca in Northern Peru. This mountainous growing region produces Arabica coffee with distinctive flavour and natural sweetness.
Our current Colombian Popayan Reserve Decaf comes from Colombia. Individual product pages explain each coffee’s origin, processing method and tasting notes.
What does single-origin coffee mean?
Single-origin coffee comes from one identified source, such as a country, region, farm or producer group. It lets you explore the flavours associated with that origin.
Our Peruvian range showcases coffee from Cajamarca in Northern Peru, with different roast profiles offering different ways to enjoy its character.
Where is Three Llamas coffee roasted?
Our coffee is roasted in Woodend, North Canterbury, New Zealand. You can visit our café and roastery at 65a Main North Road to enjoy a coffee and choose beans to take home.
Finding Your Favourite Coffee
Which Three Llamas coffee should I try first?
Essence is a great starting point if you enjoy rich, chocolatey coffee with brown sugar notes. It works beautifully with milk or as a black coffee.
If you prefer a certified organic specialty coffee, try Viva for milk chocolate, berry and creamy honey tasting notes.
Which coffee is best for flat whites, lattes and cappuccinos?
Essence is a good choice for milk coffees. Its rich profile and chocolate and brown sugar notes provide flavour that comes through the milk.
Viva is another option if you prefer certified organic specialty coffee with a smooth, creamy character.
Which coffee should I choose for black coffee?
Start with the tasting notes you enjoy. Essence offers chocolate, brown sugar and a hint of citrus, while Viva has milk chocolate, berry and creamy honey notes. Wellbeing offers cocoa nib, panela and hints of orange.
Your brewing method also affects the flavour. If you would like help choosing, tell us how you brew and what you enjoy.
Can I use your coffee in a plunger, filter or stovetop coffee maker?
Yes. Coffees including Essence, Viva and Wellbeing suit a range of brewing methods. Choose your preferred coffee, then select the grind that matches your equipment.
For a plunger, choose Plunger grind; for a filter brewer, choose Filter; and for a stovetop coffee maker, choose Stovetop.
Do you sell whole beans and ground coffee?
Yes. Our coffee products offer whole beans and grind options including Filter, Plunger, Stovetop and Espresso.
Choose Beans if you have a grinder at home. Otherwise, select the grind that suits your coffee maker so your coffee arrives ready to brew.
Do you sell decaf specialty coffee?
Yes. Our Colombian Popayan Reserve Decaf offers milk chocolate, honey and vanilla tasting notes, with a smooth profile that works with milk or black.
It uses a sugar cane decaffeination process and is available as whole beans or ground coffee. Decaf contains a small amount of residual caffeine.
What do the tasting notes on your coffee mean?
Tasting notes describe flavours and aromas you may notice in brewed coffee. Notes such as chocolate, honey or citrus help you compare coffees and choose a flavour profile you enjoy.
Your grind, water, brewing method and recipe will influence how those flavours appear in your cup.
How should I store my coffee at home?
Keep your coffee in an airtight container or a well-sealed coffee bag, away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight. A cool, dry cupboard is a good place.
If you buy whole beans, grind only what you need before brewing to help preserve their aroma and flavour.
Coffee Subscriptions
Can I get Three Llamas coffee delivered regularly?
Yes. Coffee subscriptions are available on eligible products, making it easier to keep your favourite coffee on hand.
Choose your coffee, bag size and grind, then review the available subscription options and delivery frequency on the product page before ordering.
How do I manage my coffee subscription?
Access your subscription account through the subscription management link. If you need help accessing your account or arranging a change, our team can help.
Manage your subscription or contact us for subscription support.
Ordering and Delivery
Can I buy Three Llamas coffee online in New Zealand?
Yes. Order through our online store for delivery throughout New Zealand. Choose your coffee, bag size and grind, then enter your delivery address at checkout.
Do you deliver to rural New Zealand addresses?
Yes. We deliver to rural addresses throughout New Zealand. Rural deliveries may take longer than deliveries to urban addresses.
Delivery charges are calculated at checkout. See our shipping policy for current delivery information.
Do you offer free New Zealand shipping?
Yes. Our current shipping policy offers free New Zealand shipping on orders of $75 or more. Delivery charges for other orders are calculated at checkout.
Check our shipping policy for full details before ordering.
How quickly will my coffee order be dispatched?
Our normal dispatch policy is to process and dispatch orders placed before 11am on the same business day. Orders placed after 11am are normally dispatched within one business day.
Delivery times depend on your address and courier services. Equipment orders have separate delivery timeframes.
What should I do if my order is missing or arrives damaged?
Contact us with your order number and a description of the issue. If your order arrives damaged, include photographs of the packaging and affected items where possible so we can help resolve it.
Wholesale Coffee and Business Supply
Do you supply wholesale specialty coffee to cafés and hospitality businesses?
Yes. Three Llamas offers wholesale specialty coffee supply for cafés and hospitality businesses.
Tell us about your business, location, brewing setup and expected coffee requirements. We can discuss suitable coffees and how we can support your business.
Can I enquire about coffee supply for my office or workplace?
Yes. Contact us to discuss coffee for your office or workplace. Let us know how many people you are supplying, the equipment you use and how much coffee you expect to need.
We can help you explore suitable coffee and grind options.
Do you offer barista training and equipment advice?
Yes. Our wholesale offering includes barista training, industry advice and coffee equipment.
Contact us to discuss your team’s experience, your existing setup and the support you are looking for.
How do I become a Three Llamas wholesale customer?
Start by completing the enquiry form on our wholesale page. Include your business name, location and contact details, along with information about your coffee requirements.
Our team can then discuss your needs and the next steps.
Visit Our Café and Roastery
Where is Three Llamas Roastery Café?
You will find Three Llamas Roastery Café at 65a Main North Road, Woodend, North Canterbury, New Zealand.
Visit us for a coffee, something to eat and beans to enjoy at home.
What are your café opening hours?
Our regular opening hours are:
- Monday to Friday: 7:00am–2:30pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 8:00am–2:00pm
Public holiday hours may differ. If you are making a special trip, please contact us to confirm.
Can I buy coffee beans from your Woodend café?
Yes. You can purchase coffee beans at our Woodend café and roastery. It is also an opportunity to enjoy a coffee and ask our team for help choosing something to brew at home.
Still Have a Question?
We’re here to help you find coffee you’ll love. Tell us how you brew, whether you drink your coffee black or with milk, and the flavours you enjoy.
Ready to find your favourite? Shop our specialty coffee range.
Looking for coffee for your business? Enquire about wholesale supply.