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Monkey Business

Head Roaster John Pennucci teaches a class on coffee

Come Take a Coffee Class at the Mocha Monkey!

We are excited to announce 3 more dates for the Coffee 101: From Roasting to Brewing Class! Learn the art of cupping, as well as master 3 home brewing methods: Aeropress, Pour Over, and French Press!

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the coffee roaster at the St. Boni Mocha Monkey roasting coffee

The Journey of a Coffee Bean: From Farm to Cup

Every cup of coffee tells a story—one that begins long before it reaches your hands. The journey of a coffee bean is a fascinating tale of cultivation, care, and craftsmanship that spans continents...

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Bag of Mocha Monkey Holiday Blend roasted coffee seen with a Moch Monkey branded hand-made mug

The Perfect Holiday Gift: Mocha Monkey's Holiday Blend

  The holidays are about those little moments that make everything feel special. For us, that starts with a great cup of coffee. That’s why we created Mocha Monkey’s Holiday Blend—it’s our way of...

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Jon Schmidt and Jon Pennucci standing by a coffee roaster

Marcel, Harriet, and the Art of Roasting at Mocha Monkey

Our roasting journey began at Mocha Monkey Downtown Waconia with a small roaster named "Marcel." Recently, we've taken a big step forward by installing a much larger roaster at our St. Boni locati...

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A smiling John Pennucci waving from behind Marcel the Coffee Roaster at the Mocha Monkey Downtown Waconia Coffeehouse

Journey Behind The Beans with John Pennucci Head Roaster

If you ask John Pennucci, head roaster at Mocha Monkey, about his story, prepare for a deep dive into the art and craft of coffee roasting. His journey started in the most unexpected of ways — wit...

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Overhead shot of Mocha Monkey Coffee bags and coffee beans on a table

Ready to make your season more flavorful?

Discover your favorite coffee roasts! Every Saturday through the end of the year, Mocha Monkey is giving out FREE samples of all 8 of our small-batch, house-roasted coffee beans! It's the perfec...

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