Chilliwack’s Smoking Gun Coffee has earned a spot as one of the top three finalists for a Small Business BC (SBBC) Award, thanks to its thriving online platform for selling coffee beans and brewing gear. Located on Yale Road, the local shop is being recognized for excellence in e-commerce, standing out among 400 businesses across the province.
Smoking Gun Coffee’s online presence has been praised for its engaging and visually appealing design, as well as the informative content and recipes it offers. The SBBC highlighted the shop’s ability to create a unique virtual experience for customers, saying, “They focused on building a fun and unique online experience with appealing visuals and interesting information and recipes.”
One of the key elements contributing to Smoking Gun’s success is its annual virtual blind coffee tasting event, which fosters a personal connection between the business and its customers, even in a digital setting.
The recognition puts Smoking Gun Coffee in the spotlight as a leading contender for e-commerce excellence in British Columbia.