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Sissiboo Coffee Roaster
By roasting only certified fair trade and organic beans, we aim to lift your day and honour the farmers that grow our beans. SISSIBOO COFFEE ROASTER Ltd. is a micro roaster offering certified fairtrade, organic coffee beans to both retail and wholesale markets. Each bag is stamped with the date of roast.

We rely on instinct and observation of smells, sounds and appearance, not instrumentation, to produce each roast. Using a variety of beans with differing characteristics we create single origin coffee with rich, distinctive flavours. About ten years ago I had a chance to have a mug of Jamaican Blue Mountain.
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The Fairtrade Certification Mark is your independent guarantee that this product has been certified in accordance with international Fair Trade standards. The purchase of this product enables the improvement of working and living conditions of producers in developing countries and encourages environmental protection.
After much insistence from loyal fans, who sought a daily fix of Sissiboo not just a cup at the weekly market, we opened our first brick and mortar at 262 St. George St, Annapolis Royal in July of 2014. The clean, bright space offers a stunning view of the basin.

Our excellent staff will prepare your beverage just how you like; on offer are specialty drinks, local Ingles Farm Cider, treats from Oak Haven Bakery, Guy and Marie's French Bakery and more.
Sissiboo Coffee Roaster Coffee Bar and Gallery is located at 1890 Clementsvale Road, downtown in the charming and historic village of Bear River. This space features fine espressos, coffee and tea, Italian sodas, local apple cider and more plus house-baked treats and a rotating gallery of local artists.
Sissiboo Coffee Bar and Gallery is seeking exhibit proposals from individual artists living in the SouthWest NS region for our cafes located in Bear River and Annapolis Royal. Sissiboo Coffee Roaster is committed to roasting fairly traded and organic beans, and offering exceptional espresso and more from two inspiring, atmospheric cafes, both located in communities that appreciate and offer support of the arts.
We thought long and hard about who would supply coffee to Rose & Rooster Bakery. We wanted to serve great coffee, roasted locally with consideration to where those beans came from and how they were farmed. We were also looking for a small, passionate, local business (like ours) that was working to build community in rural Nova Scotia (like us) and we found all this, and more, in Sissiboo.
Reviews (25)
Nigel Rollo
Nigel Rollo
Jan 02, 2022
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Great coffee in an authentic coffee house, served with a smile by Erin, Jess and co.
Marcel Pothier
Marcel Pothier
Nov 19, 2021
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Beautiful spot on the banks of Bear River! Amazing espresso and a superb selection of coffees and teas.
Katrina MacLean
Katrina MacLean
Oct 18, 2021
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AMAZING COFFEE and great service in a funky little town, don't miss your chance to stop in.
Krista Oswald
Krista Oswald
Oct 15, 2021
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This is a wonderful place to pop in for a coffee and some lovely homemade sweets. Such a friendly atmosphere and Erin and her staff are amazing.
Dale M.
Dale M.
Oct 11, 2021
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Americano with room - delish!
Our son loves their roasted coffee beans. And their lattes!
Skoot R.
Skoot R.
Aug 23, 2021
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Best coffee shop anywhere. We go regularly. Staff is excellent, coffee is fantastic and according to my wife the London fog is the best too, especially when Erin makes it.
Gavin Robichaud
Gavin Robichaud
Aug 11, 2021
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Great cafe! I enjoy spoting in after enjoying a good ride on the side roads. Very friendly staff and loads of coffee and hot/cold drinks to enjoy. Take home some lovely roasted coffee too.
Michelle Hutchinson
Michelle Hutchinson
Jul 28, 2021
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They have the best London fog tea out there!! I go almost everyday! I would defenitly recommend trying something on the menu ! Pure bliss 🥰
Dorene Turnbull
Dorene Turnbull
Jul 20, 2021
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I'm a very fussy coffee girl. Yesterday I got an iced latte made with hemp " milk" instead of regular milk from Sissiboo Coffee Roasters. OMGOODNESS, it was the BEST lattè I've ever drank. Thank your Sissiboo for the best best best lattè ever. I will return.
Monica Bailey
Monica Bailey
Jun 04, 2021
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I refuse to call myself a coffee snob but I have been royally spoiled by Sissiboo Coffee Roaster's Nicaraguan dark roast FUNDY STORM. It is insanely smooth with the kick I need. Fair Trade and organic are the cherries on top of this treat.
Ivan Denton
Ivan Denton
Apr 29, 2021
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Great place, great people and great coffee. Community based business that supports other businesses, artists and quality food production.
William B. Meuse
William B. Meuse
Mar 08, 2021
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Convenient location, warm welcoming environment, local art on walls. Good strong ☕ ❤
Garrett Ptak
Garrett Ptak
Oct 18, 2020
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Best coffee I've ever had in my life. Multiple kinds of roasts to choose from, all of which are fantastic. Definelty worth going to visit in person, or even ordering some beans/pre ground to your home.
Chris
Chris
Jun 26, 2020
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My absolute favourite coffee place ever! It's part of the reason I fell in love with Bear River and spent alot of my summer there!
Nicholas Applejohn Wilson
Nicholas Applejohn Wilson
Mar 08, 2020
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Love this place. Great coffee, great atmosphere, great staff. Exactly what a coffee shop shop be and it’s in Bear River.
Martin Crawford
Martin Crawford
Aug 24, 2018
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Had a yummy vegetarian pesto panini (came with a mixed greens salad on the side) a latte, and enjoyed the art on the walls which I’m told changes frequently. Live music on some summer afternoons. Welcoming staff and healthy food made this a pleasant lunch spot between gallery visits!
Valerie M.
Valerie M.
Aug 20, 2018
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I expected more after reading the other reviews on here about how friendly the service is at this coffee shop. I walked in 8 AM on a Monday morning and I was the only one in the place. A woman emerged from the back of the shop and probably said two words to me my entire transaction- "Yes" and the amount due. She didn't even smile. I bought a chocolate croissant and it was too stale to eat. I threw in the trash after one bite. The coffee was fantastic but the service and food was not.
David D.
David D.
Jul 09, 2017
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We were recently in the Bear River Cafe. I wanted to share that your Cafe
Is adorable and the barrisita was very pleasant and helpful. I could have sat in the Cafe for hours. The coffee was so delicous we purchased 2 lbs of different blends. It is Sunday morning and I am enjoying your coffee as I read the Boston Globe. We are from the Boston area and was traveling through NB and NS for vacation. Thank you for a delightful and delicous coffee experience .

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Harvard University
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Madonna P.
Madonna P.
Nov 15, 2016
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First of all best "London fog" I have ever had in my life. Thank god I don't live down here I would be there everyday. Also to the Gentlemen working, I love you. Thank you for holding my baby while I got all my coffee ready. You truly are a beautiful human. I highly recommend the brownie as well, I'll be dreaming about that tonight.
Mr. J.
Mr. J.
Aug 16, 2016
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Would be even better if lattes were indeed double-shot. Worth a visit to hear the singer.
Kathy W.
Kathy W.
Jul 01, 2016
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Lattes are AMAZING!!! I love the ambiance, it's perfect with art by local artists on the walls and fresh wild flowers on the tables everyday!
Cheri H.
Cheri H.
May 21, 2016
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Stopped in on opening day to sample the offerings. While long time fans of their fair-trade organic coffee (even me,who is of the opinion that coffee smells better than it tastes) now we can take advantage of their new location and have someone else brew it for us. He went for his usual the Glacial Erratic (which is a medium roast) while I tried a Chai Latte. I thoroughly enjoyed it and will be back again. Maybe take advantage of their new seating area and drink it there.
Stanimir C.
Stanimir C.
Apr 17, 2016
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Hm, not sure why there's no location for their coffee shop in Annapolis royal, but I'll just review their coffee.

Tried double shot of the fireman's breakfast. Really strong taste and a different than most others espresso roasts. Definitely's got a kick.

I'll try making some at home and see the difference.

Their variety seems good. It's organic and fair trade. If you ever pass by give it a try. Won't regret it!
Colton D.
Colton D.
Jul 31, 2014
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Best coffee in NS! Check them out when you visit. If you live there you already know. Roasted locally in Bear River this coffee is has the full flavor that keeps you coming back for more. I'm a dark roast guy but they have options for ever pallet. Good stuff!
Alexander Bromley Clark D.
Alexander Bromley Clark D.
Sep 05, 2013
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Between August 28-31 of this year, I visited my girlfriend's family cottage in Bear River...all the way from Vancouver! At first, this village looks dull and sleepy, but things are happening in Bear River. Residents are looking inwards to agriculture and local talent rather than outwards to tourists for economic stimulation. One example can be seen in the Flight of Fancy art gallery, which features local and provincial artists, and another can be seen in Sissiboo Coffee Roasters. The unique name 'Sissiboo' was derived from the Sissiboo River in southwest Nova Scotia. This river was