Early Bird

Early Bird Coffee Roasters is a small artisan roastery tucked away in the heart of the Beauvau-Aligre market in Paris’s 12th arrondissement—a place where local shoppers, foodies, and specialty coffee lovers gather every morning. Behind the unassuming facade of the market stall lies coffee that has been honored with the globally recognized Great Taste Award.

The roastery was founded in August 2020 by Joseph and Candyce Loughney—as they describe themselves, two coffee lovers who thrive on a challenge. Joseph, originally from Ireland, honed his craft in Melbourne, from where he brought the Australian approach to specialty coffee to Paris: rigorous selection of raw materials, respect for origin, and direct communication with customers. They opened their atelier in an iconic and vibrant location with great enthusiasm—and the market reciprocated: they became one of its most talked-about stalls.

Early Bird works with specialty coffees, which they roast on-site every day. Their selection consists exclusively of specialty-certified Arabica coffees from Ethiopia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Sumatra, and Tanzania—each with its own distinct profile, ranging from fruity and juicy to complex and chocolatey. Each terroir receives its own roasting profile; Joseph and Candyce support farmers and their sustainable methods. In 2023, their Signature Espresso Roast won the prestigious Great Taste Award with three stars—the highest possible rating. In 2022, they were honored with the Prix du Goût d’Entreprendre for their expertise, creativity, and product quality.