From the KZN Midlands to the Awards Stage
Founded by Dario Scilipoti on 36 Main Street, Howick. Three Coffee Magazine Awards in five years. The KZN Midlands isn't where most people expect to find award-winning specialty coffee, but that's part of the Bluebird thesis — great coffee doesn't need a metropolitan postcode.
June 2026 Subscription Box
Three single-origin coffees this month: Potosí Tres Dragones (Colombia, dark cherry & funky fermentation), Migoti Hill Washed (Burundi, red apple & honey), and Rugali Honey (Rwanda, blackberry, orange & rooibos). Roast date 02/06 — best after 10 days.
June 2026 Subscription Box
Ready to dial in on the Breville Barista Touch
The full setup — "You've been expecting me"
Lifestyle Collaborations
Salomon
Running + coffee crossover
K-Way
SA outdoor heritage meets SA coffee
Killat Gear
Cap, wax moon bag, and a coffee blend
Minimalist Wines
Wine that drinks like coffee, coffee that drinks like wine
Volcán Azul
Dario's nano-lot launched upon the birth of his first child
The DREAMER Blend & Grind Size Guide
The DREAMER is Bluebird's bridging coffee — the name tells you the brand story in one word. And their Grind Size Guide is one of the most useful free resources in SA specialty coffee. Grind Guide v2 is in the works.
Two subscription tiers: Curated and Best of Bluebird. The adventurer/dreamer/daily drinker positioning runs through everything they do.
Where to Find Them
36 Main Street, Howick, KZN Midlands