Bold Brews, Big Hearts
At first glance, they’re not your typical caped crusaders—but the team behind Drip Roast Coffee is on a mission: Saving the world, one cup at a time.
Okay, maybe not the entire world. But when it comes to coffee? They’re serious about doing things right.
Launched in 2024 by a passionate crew—Andre Garcey, Lynden Stafford, and Leo Derrick—Drip Roast Coffee began over, fittingly, a cup of coffee. Born from Melbourne’s rich café culture and fuelled by years of bean-fuelled exploration, Drip Roast Coffee is all about bold flavour, fresh roasting, and a whole lot of heart.
From Late-Night Ideas to Solstice Magic
The idea for Drip sparked during a late-night conversation between friends, united by their obsession with great coffee. That moment turned into a mission: create something new, exciting, and deeply Melbourne.
And sometimes, the magic is accidental. One of Drip’s best-selling blends, Solstice, was the result of a minor roasting misstep that turned out to be majorly delicious. A happy accident? Absolutely. But it’s now a staple in mugs across the country.
No Shopfront, No Problem
As an online-only business, Drip faced the challenge of recreating the warmth and connection of a physical café—but digitally. “Coffee is about more than taste—it’s about community,” the team says. So they got creative. Through fun, bite-sized videos and blend spotlights, Drip built an online space where coffee lovers could geek out, connect, and stay caffeinated together.
Their proudest moment? Launch day. With a smooth website rollout, the first order, and the culmination of months of hustle, the team saw their dream come to life—with zero technical hiccups and a full pot of excitement.
Grounded in Ritual, Built on Diversity
Every week, the team comes together for a ritual tasting session—part quality control, part brainstorm, all heart. “It’s how we stay grounded in our craft,” they share, “and keep pushing for perfection.”
And it’s not just their palates that are diverse. With backgrounds in teaching, and engineering, the Drip founders bring a mix of skills (and coffee preferences) that make for one seriously well-rounded team.
What’s Brewing Next?
For Drip, the future is full of flavour—and purpose. “We’re all in on sustainability,” they say, pointing to their ethically sourced beans and eco-friendly roasting processes. “If we can make a great cup of coffee and a small difference while we’re at it? That’s the dream.”
What does “making it” look like for them? Seeing Drip Roast Coffee in homes all over Australia, known as the go-to for fresh, responsibly crafted coffee that delivers on taste.
At Drip Roast Coffee, coffee isn’t just a drink—it’s a mission. And whether you’re sipping Solstice on your balcony or scrolling their latest blend spotlight, one thing’s for sure: these folks are brewing something special.