Some states are inclined to dominate the annual Construct-Outs of Espresso survey right here on Sprudge. California, Texas, New York, some years Florida—these coffee-loving inhabitants facilities are well-featured in our pages. We get fewer entries from locations like Connecticut, nevertheless it’s all the time actually thrilling to see one land, like this newest characteristic from Victus Espresso in Hartford. When you’re studying this from Connecticut, or heck, anyplace else within the wider New England area, make sure you try Victus the following time you’re in Hartford.
The 2024 Construct-Outs of Espresso is offered by Ceado and Dona. The 2024 Construct-outs of Espresso is sponsored by Pacific Barista Collection, La Marzocco, Acaia, and Ghirardelli.
As advised to Sprudge by Anne Mercer.
For many who aren’t acquainted, will you inform us about your organization?
Victus Espresso is a specialty espresso roaster and cafe situated in Hartford, CT. We pledge a portion of proceeds from every bag of espresso offered to nice causes that promote wellness, advocacy, and empowerment. We work onerous to supply wonderful specialty espresso for many who like it and mix our craft with extraordinary companions to additional nice social causes. Our espresso stands by itself, however our philanthropic efforts will make your each day cup of espresso one thing to be pleased with.
Are you able to inform us a bit concerning the new area?
The brand new area beforehand housed two espresso outlets earlier than us, so the bones have been there however we didn’t need to merely “transfer in.” We knew that if we took on this endeavor, we have been going to place our all into it and infuse the Victus Espresso story into each aspect of the store. To that finish, we renovated the bar space to reconfigure the bar movement to raised swimsuit baristas and prospects alike. The area was a former financial institution many years in the past and has lovely marble partitions. To spotlight these, we painted the ceiling a gun metallic gray shade and added chandeliers close to the bar to pay homage to the area’s former use.
To proceed the Victus story, the partitions are adorned with footage taken by co-owner José René Martínez throughout his many journeys to coffee-producing nations and farms. Moreover, images from native Connecticut photographers and artists who’ve performed a task in Victus Espresso’s development are hung alongside the partitions as effectively.
The espresso store consists of two units of comfy chairs and small tables, two units of bigger tables that seat 4, a window bar with stools, and a big desk that serves as a cupping desk or bartop for many who select to sit down at it when not in use.
What’s your method to espresso?
Our mum or dad firm is J.René Espresso Roasters, which has been a pioneer of specialty espresso in Connecticut since 2006. We take nice pleasure within the espresso we supply, roast, and brew, and this mission extends to Victus Espresso which affords three constant blends on bar together with single origin choices as a part of our Artisanal Bar, which affords pour-over and siphon pot brewing strategies.
Our method to espresso is guided by {our relationships} with farmers and importing companions, and likewise our native buyer group and wholesale shoppers. From traditional profiles that fulfill the flavour preferences of these residing in New England to experimental processes that excite the curious espresso client, we discover all of it.
Any machines, coffees, particular gear lined up?
We now have a Faema E71E, Puqpress, Fetco XTS 2152, Hario Change and V60s, Siphon Pot brewers, and Kyoto Chilly Brew Towers.
How is your challenge contemplating sustainability?
The proprietor of our constructing, Bruce Becker, is extremely enthusiastic about sustainability and structure. To that finish, our constructing is LEED Licensed.
What’s your hopeful goal opening date/month?
We opened on January 29, 2024
Are you working with craftspeople, architects, and/or creatives that you simply’d like to say?
We labored with Bud Jason from Specialty Beverage Ideas for gear, AH Building, LLC for the renovations, Karen Knobel from Graphik Options, LLC for window signage, and Bruce Becker of Becker & Becker. These people actually understood what we have been seeking to obtain with our new area and went above and past to make it occur!
Thanks!
Pictures by José René Martínez
The 2024 Construct-Outs of Espresso is offered by Ceado and Dona. The 2024 Construct-outs of Espresso is sponsored by Pacific Barista Collection, La Marzocco, Acaia, and Ghirardelli.
