Introducing "Ota" - Cedar Ota Coffee's New Employee

The coffee roaster build out process for Cedar Ota has been taking far longer than planned. Here is a glimpse of the potential problem. Let me know what you all think of Ota? He isn't working out to well so I don't know how long we are going keep him around, but I guess you have to show up first to be let go... Only problem is he is family, so we can't fire him.

I had a blast making this one and I can definitely see these videos getting out of hand later down the road once I get better at it. Learned a ton making this one and can't wait to improve on the next one.

In actuality I have not gotten far on the build out. Life events have been hitting me right and left and I keep using them as an excuse which is the other problem. Time to make some time and get this ball moving down the field.

Thanks for all who have supported this venture so far! I truly appreciate the orders! Please enjoy the show!

The Building is on the Pad - Cedar Ota's New Home

Things have been going a little slow here as of late. My father passed away a couple weeks ago and we have been struggling with the change. Pops was a pillar we all leaned on and his wisdom was always sought after. I truly miss the old man more than I can summon up in any words. He taught me much of what I know and he was always willing to help me with any crazy idea I had. He was there financially when I hit some rough spots in the military and he was there emotionally anytime I needed someone to vent too. He admired my coffee adventures and was looking forward to seeing my building set up and running. Thanks for everything pops. You molded me into who I am today and for that I will always be greatful!

Despite the struggles we have been facing we got the pad complete (thanks Uncle Alec and Thomas Pirie) and the building is now set. Looking forward to getting all the electrical work complete and moving the roaster in for the install. The real work is just beginning. We have a ton of stuff to complete before we can officially have it running and operating the way I plan.

If you get time check the update out here!