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Kickstart - Coffee with an extra kick

Kickstart - Coffee with an extra kick

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  • 400+ five star Google reviews. Roasting in Ballarat for 15 plus years.

Simple. Strong. No apologies.

Kickstart is our hardest-hitting blend. A medium dark roast built for those who like their coffee strong, full-bodied and to the point.

Based on our traditional Arabica blend and enhanced with about 20% high-quality Robusta, it delivers extra punch, higher caffeine, and a thick, lasting crema.

Caramel, cocoa and spice lead the flavour, with deeper notes of tobacco and leather adding weight and intensity.

Easy to dial in and built to cut through milk, Kickstart extracts reliably and delivers power without unnecessary complexity.

Coffee for early mornings, long days and the occasional rough night.

If this is your daily coffee, put it on subscription and save 10% on every bag.

Best suited for
Espresso
Milk-based coffees
Automatic machines
Strong long blacks

Double espresso guide
Brew ratio: 1:2 (coffee to yield)
Example: 21g in, 42g out
Time: 28 to 32 seconds
Temp: 93°C

Roast level
Medium dark

Strength
10 out of 10

Origins
Brazil
Ethiopia
PNG
India
(Arabica base with about 20% Robusta)

Roasted to order in Ballarat.
Local Ballarat delivery every Thursday for orders placed before midnight Tuesday.
Shipped daily Australia-wide via courier or Australia Post.

Which grind should I choose?

Whole Bean: the freshest option if you have a grinder at home.

Espresso: home espresso machines such as Breville, Sunbeam, DeLonghi and Ninja.

Stovetop: moka pots and percolators.

Aeropress: ground for the Aeropress.

Filter / Moccamaster: pour over, drip machines and batch brewers.

French Press: plunger coffee.

Not sure? Message us through the chat button and we will point you to the right one.

Freshness and delivery

Every bag is roasted to order at our Wendouree roastery and dispatched within 2 days. The roasted on date is printed on the bag.

The coffee is ready to brew as soon as it arrives and is at its best over the following 4 to 6 weeks. Keep it sealed, out of the light and away from heat.

Around Ballarat we deliver on our own local runs. Everywhere else goes by Australia Post. Shipping is calculated at checkout.

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Chris O.

Has that extra kick for a tough morning without sacrificing taste

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Maro K.

Great coffee great service

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Raelee C.

Great coffee

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Leslie-Lou

I love the rich toasty flavours of the Kickstart blend. I personally taste rich COFFEE & maybe dark chocolate and dark caramel biscuit type flavours. I don't like over smokey /burnt or fruity coffee flavours. Kickstart all the way! 🤎

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elizabeth p.

Love this coffee thanks Luke and the team

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Kevin W.

Good coffee, is like a hug from a loyal friend. Flavourless coffee is just a hot milkshake. The "Kickstart Coffee from Karon Farm" is crafted and blended with such a nice flavour strong but not overpowering.

I was surprised when I first tired it, It grows on your palette....... I recently was having coffee in Regional N.S.W. -My partner commented, you don't appreciate good coffee, until you are forced to drink "gravel sold as coffee".

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elizabeth p.

Great coffee great service

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Viviana

Really love this coffee. Makes the perfect cup to start the morning

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elizabeth

Outstanding service and lovely beans

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Leanne

Great taste.

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Nicole

Amazing! Love this coffee and so happy to have it delivered monthly so we never run out.

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Renee

Love these beans, love this Australian small business!

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Joshua

Best Coffee we have ever had and at a very reasonable price. Premium coffee at an affordable price.

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Renee

Best beans in the biz!!

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Deanne

That extra kick perfect and so delicious

Frequently asked questions

What is Kickstart?
Kickstart is our hardest hitting blend. A medium dark roast for people who want their coffee strong, full bodied and to the point, with no interest in subtlety before the day has started.
What does Kickstart taste like?
Caramel, cocoa and spice lead, with deeper notes of tobacco and leather adding weight. Full bodied with a thick lasting crema.
What makes Kickstart stronger than your other blends?
It is our traditional Arabica blend with about 20% high grade Robusta added. That builds body, thickens the crema and lifts the caffeine. It rates 10 out of 10 for strength on our own 1 to 10 scale, the highest in our range.
How much caffeine is in Kickstart?
More than our other blends, but not dramatically so. Kickstart is about 20% high grade Robusta, which carries roughly twice the caffeine of Arabica, so it lands around 20% higher in caffeine than our all Arabica coffees. The 10 out of 10 strength rating is about intensity, body and crema, not caffeine alone.
What roast level is Kickstart?
Medium dark, and 10 out of 10 for strength on our own 1 to 10 scale, the highest in our range.
How do I dial in Kickstart?
For a double espresso, 21g in and 42g out in 28 to 32 seconds at 93°C. That is a 1:2 brew ratio. It is easy to dial in.
What machines does Kickstart suit?
It is easy to dial in on home machines including Breville, Sunbeam, DeLonghi and Ninja, and it suits automatic machines.
Can I get Kickstart ground, or is it whole bean?
Both. Choose whole bean, or ground for espresso, stovetop, Aeropress, or French press.
What sizes does Kickstart come in?
500g and 1kg.
Where does the coffee in Kickstart come from?
Brazil, Ethiopia, Papua New Guinea and India. An Arabica base with about 20% Robusta added.
Does Kickstart work in milk?
Yes. It is built to cut through milk without getting lost, which is why it works so well in flat whites and lattes. It also holds up as a strong long black.
How is Kickstart different from Mount Buninyong?
Kickstart is the stronger of the two. Mount Buninyong is a medium dark all Arabica blend at 9 out of 10 on our scale, chocolate driven and smooth. Kickstart is medium dark as well but adds about 20% Robusta, taking it to 10 out of 10, with more body, a thicker crema and more caffeine. Choose Mount Buninyong for balance, Kickstart for punch.
Is Kickstart available year round?
Yes. It is a core range blend and we roast to order, so it does not sell out.
Can I subscribe and save?
Yes. If this is your daily coffee, a subscription saves 10% on every bag. First time buyers who sign up to our email list save 15% off their first purchase.
Do you have retail store locations?
Yes. We sell direct to the public from the roastery at 5/10 Builders Close, Wendouree, behind the KOH Industries building. Open Monday to Thursday 8am to 4:30pm and Friday 8am to 4pm.
How can I contact customer service?
Email hello@karonfarmcoffee.com.au or call 0493 431 705.
Do you ship internationally?
No. We ship within Australia only.
Do you offer free shipping?
Effectively yes. Orders of $100 or more ship for 1 cent anywhere in Australia. Under $100, standard shipping is a flat $12.50.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. Express shipping is a flat $17.50 anywhere in Australia, on any order size.