Transcend Coffee is an independently owned specialty coffee roaster based in Edmonton, Alberta.
Transcend Coffee is an independently owned specialty coffee roaster based in Edmonton, Alberta.
We’ve been roasting coffee since 2006 and working directly with producers around the world to source and roast coffees we’re proud to serve.
We’re sometimes confused with other businesses that use the word “Transcend” in their name. To keep it simple: we just roast coffee. We’re not affiliated with any other Transcend brands or companies.
Treaty Acknowledgement
WE RESPECTFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT WE ARE LOCATED ON TREATY 6 TERRITORY, A TRADITIONAL GATHERING PLACE FOR DIVERSE INDIGENOUS PEOPLES INCLUDING THE CREE, BLACKFOOT, MÉTIS, NAKOTA SIOUX, IROQUOIS, DENE, OJIBWAY / SAULTEAUX / ANISHINAABE, INUIT, AND MANY OTHERS WHOSE HISTORIES, LANGUAGES, AND CULTURES CONTINUE TO INFLUENCE OUR VIBRANT COMMUNITY.
Great Tasting Direct-Trade Coffee
It's never been complicated. Our goal from day one has been to make excellent coffee accessible, sustainable, and easy. From our coffee beans to the machines and equipment we prefer, it's all about making great tasting coffee easy.
What sets Transcend Coffee apart?
Highlighting the meticulous craftsmanship in the coffee roasting and brewing process, showcasing the expertise and dedication that goes into creating each cup.
We source some of the world's highest-quality, ethically sourced coffee beans from distinct regions to ensure a rich and unique flavour profile.
Transcend is more than just a coffee provider; it is a curator of mindful moments, encouraging patrons to savour and appreciate the sensory experience of each sip.
We work to foster community around our coffee by supporting our coffee farmers, promoting sustainable practices, and creating spaces for coffee enthusiasts to connect.
Our coffee sets Transcend Coffee apart from the mainstream, providing patrons with a novel and delightful coffee experience.
In essence, Transcend Coffee isn't just about a beverage but a journey, an exploration of flavours and a source of daily inspiration and joy.
History of Transcend Coffee
Discover the journey behind our brand
2006 - 2010
When Poul Mark started Transcend in 2006, he knew he wanted to change the way we experience coffee. With this vision, he planted the seeds that would one day become the roastery, cafe and online business we are today.
2006
July - Transcend Coffee Opens for Business
August - Transcend Coffee runs its first coffee-tasting course
September - First Employee, Andrew Legg, is hired
2007
September - Transcend participates in the Canadian Barista Competition for the first time
2008
April - Poul Mark’s first trip to origin: participates in the Specialty Coffee Association of Panama’s international jury
June - Poul Mark receives first pay cheque (LOL)
2009
February - Poul Mark's second trip to origin: Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador
April - Transcend participates in the inaugural Canadian Cup Tasters Championship and gets second place
September - Transcend buys its first Probat UG22 Roaster
November - Poul Mark becomes second Q Grader in Canada
2010
February - Poul Mark visits Ethiopia
May - Poul Mark participates in the Honduras Cup of Excellence jury
April - Transcend Garneau opens
October - Kate Sortland assumes the role of Head Roaster
2011 - 2016
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2011
January - Transcend Coffee opens dedicated Roastery
March - Transcend opens bakery
May - Transcend opens location on Jasper Ave
August - Poul Mark participates in Nicaragua Coffee Conference
October - Poul Mark judges Ecuador National Coffee Competition
October - Josh Hockin wins Canadian National Barista Championship
November - Travel to NL to inspect Probat UG22 Roaster
2012
February - Michael Harvey joins Transcend as Operations Director
June - Josh Hockin competes at the World Barista Championship
2013
February - Josh Hockin assumes role as Green Buyer for Transcend
March - Transcend closes Jasper location
2014
September - Transcend opens Mercer location
September - Poul Mark begins work with Greg Zeschuk on the Ritchie Market
2015
October - Ground breaking for Ritchie Market
2016
July - Transcend celebrates 10th Anniversary
2017 - 2022
Discover the journey behind our brand
Our neighbours, customers and community are so vital to us. We’ve grown alongside many Edmonton businesses over the last seventeen years and built great relationships with customers, business owners and leaders across Canada. We love to give back and help as much as we can.
2017
February - Transcend closes the Mercer location
February - Transcend closes its original Argyll location
March - Transcend opens in the Ritchie Market
November - Transcend Hosts the Canadian National Barista Championship
2018
February - 1st Team trip to origin Costa Rica
August - Renovations of Transcend Garneau
2019
March - Transcend hosts the Canadian National Brewers Cup
2020-22
Transcend Coffee survives the upheaval of a global pandemic.
2023 - 2026
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2023
Transcend closes the Garneau location
2024
Transcend opens its 124th Street location
2025
Poul assumes the role of lead roaster again
2026 -
Transcend Coffee to celebrate its 20th Anniversary
Financial stability of coffee producers.
Sourcing & Sustainability
Our coffee model allows us to establish meaningful relationships with coffee producers around the world and gives us access to some of the best coffee in the world in a genuinely sustainable way.
Let customers speak for us
Great delivery and great coffee!
Great delivery snd great coffee!
Anonymous
Great job
Great communication, really quick, and property done. What more can you say.
Don Fedorowich
Excellent!
I usually go for the pink flavour profile but was very happy with this one. I do my own pourovers using a chemex.
Paul B.
Looks great and makes great coffee while doing it
We tried this coffee maker last weekend - as soon as we got it! We were very pleased that not only is it extremely attractive, it makes great coffee! We also love that it is a historic design, a real conversation piece.
Heather Sample
I've yet to find a transcend roast / bean that I didn't like
I've yet to find a transcend roast / bean that I didn't like. The Colombian roast is very good. If I had one wish, for those of us who've had to switch to a decaf, would be that there was more than one option for a decaf choice. Two or three choices would be incredible.
Curtis Blais
Always a great coffee
Well roasted coffees make a great cup, Transcend is one of the best!
Anonymous
Coffee
The best coffee beans from Mexico
Highly recommended
Pablo Elvina
Bold, beautiful, & smooth!
A most satisfying brew that tantalizing your taste buds & leaves you fully charged to enjoy your day!
Wendy Kinsman
Coffee beans from columbia
This the best coffee from columbia.
High recommended
Pablo Elvina
Most Balanced Coffee Flavor
Absolutely fantastic roast. It’s smooth, refined, and lacks any of the harshness found in other beans. It goes perfectly in a espresso mocha—my go-to drink. Much appreciated to the owner for sourcing this.
B.
The best coffee EVER!! Putting in our third order!
Connie
Best coffee out there
Richard
Excellent coffee!
I’m very grateful for the chance to roast these beans! Thank you!
Max Nawrot
Excellent quality beans!
These came uniform and turned into an excellent roast. Thanks again
Max Nawrot
Always Good!
We've been customers since you started. Yes your prices are up there but the taste/quality is worth it. And the shipping is quik. We remain loyal customers.
Terry Fleming
