We originally decided to create Ómra with the sole purpose of injecting life back to a building in Derry.

This building was once home to our parents’ (originally our Grandfathers) owned and operated pharmacy. A space my brothers and I spent countless hours in growing up, a spot where locals would come for their prescriptions, share a smile, and promise to "see you again soon".

However, as times changed, the pharmacy was sold, and the local economy felt the ripple effects of the pandemic, the building stood silent and the familiar interactions faded.

We saw its potential and knew we had to revive it. But first, we needed a vision and a way to fund the renovations.

When brainstorming ideas for the space, we kept coming back to one idea: coffee.

Our love for coffee became the spark. We are passionate about its taste, the way it makes us feel, its complexity, and the traditions and innovations within the industry.

More importantly, we believe in coffee's unique ability to bring people together, to spark conversations and create connections.

We envisioned the building as a vibrant space where great coffee would facilitate connections - a laugh with an old friend, the excitement of a first date, or the comfort of a quiet moment after a long week.

With this vision in mind, we we made the decision to start small and focus on what we could achieve with the resources at hand.

That's when the idea for our specialty coffee roasting company was born.

By starting with the roasting side of the business, we were able to generate income and lay the foundation for our future endeavours.

We didn’t know exactly what lay ahead, but we were ready to dive in and start this new adventure.

Every journey has its challenges, and ours was no different.

As a startup, we faced the standard hurdles of building a business from the ground up.

We took on the roles of packaging designers, website developers, bookkeepers, sales team, and marketing 'experts' - all rolled into one.

We've bootstrapped our way through, made mistakes, and learned along the way. We take pride that we have self-funded and completed everything ourselves.

It has taken a lot of time and effort to get this far, but every step has been worth it.

Our startup team is all immediate family members, growing and learning together.

We’ve gained valuable insights and teachings from the amazing people we’ve met along the way. Their expertise and support have been crucial in helping us overcome obstacles and refine our craft.

Together, we believe we have something special, a group united by a shared vision.

The establishment of our roastery marked the birth of Ómra Coffee.

It was a labor of love, where every decision, from the selection of coffee beans to the design of our space, was made with care and intention.

Our journey from concept to reality was filled with moments of joy, learning, and a deep sense of accomplishment. We’re excited to share the results of our hard work with you.

Our journey doesn’t end here.

We’re always looking for new ways to grow, eager to explore new horizons and take on new challenges.

We continue to work towards renovating the old building, fueled by the success of our roastery.

Join us, enjoy our coffee, and be part of our ongoing adventure. Thank you for being part of Ómra Coffee’s story.