The OVRH Journal

Brewing guides, recipes, and everyday rituals — inspired by life in the Ottawa Valley.

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coffee flavors

Understanding Coffee Flavour Notes: What You’re...

Coffee is more complex than many people realize. One cup might taste smooth and chocolatey, while another feels bright and fruity. Some coffees carry notes of caramel or brown sugar, while...

Understanding Coffee Flavour Notes: What You’re...

Coffee is more complex than many people realize. One cup might taste smooth and chocolatey, while another feels bright and fruity. Some coffees carry notes of caramel or brown sugar, while...

paddle with coffee

The Charm of a Coffee Trailer: Coffee That Trav...

There’s something different about getting coffee from a trailer. Maybe it’s the atmosphere. Maybe it’s the connection to the outdoors. Or maybe it’s the way a coffee trailer naturally turns...

The Charm of a Coffee Trailer: Coffee That Trav...

There’s something different about getting coffee from a trailer. Maybe it’s the atmosphere. Maybe it’s the connection to the outdoors. Or maybe it’s the way a coffee trailer naturally turns...

cold foam matcha

Matcha Latte with Cold Foam: A Smooth, Refreshi...

There’s something about a matcha latte that already feels calming. The vibrant green colour, the smooth texture, and the steady energy all create a drink that feels balanced from the...

Matcha Latte with Cold Foam: A Smooth, Refreshi...

There’s something about a matcha latte that already feels calming. The vibrant green colour, the smooth texture, and the steady energy all create a drink that feels balanced from the...

Inside the Coffee Roasting Process at Ottawa Valley Roast House

Inside the Coffee Roasting Process at Ottawa Va...

Every cup of coffee starts long before the first brew. At Ottawa Valley Roast House, the roasting process is where green coffee beans transform into the rich, aromatic coffee that...

Inside the Coffee Roasting Process at Ottawa Va...

Every cup of coffee starts long before the first brew. At Ottawa Valley Roast House, the roasting process is where green coffee beans transform into the rich, aromatic coffee that...

Why Ottawa Valley Coffee Feels Different

Why Ottawa Valley Coffee Feels Different

There’s something distinct about Ottawa Valley coffee. Maybe it’s the slower pace of life here. Maybe it’s the connection to the outdoors. Or perhaps it’s the way coffee naturally becomes...

Why Ottawa Valley Coffee Feels Different

There’s something distinct about Ottawa Valley coffee. Maybe it’s the slower pace of life here. Maybe it’s the connection to the outdoors. Or perhaps it’s the way coffee naturally becomes...

Why Freshly Roasted Coffee Makes Such a Big Difference

Why Freshly Roasted Coffee Makes Such a Big Dif...

Not all coffee tastes the same — even when the beans are similar. One of the biggest differences comes down to freshness. At a coffee roastery, freshness isn’t just a...

Why Freshly Roasted Coffee Makes Such a Big Dif...

Not all coffee tastes the same — even when the beans are similar. One of the biggest differences comes down to freshness. At a coffee roastery, freshness isn’t just a...