#189: P1 How to Start a Nut Roasting Business

In this first conversation with Go Beyond Nuts, we dive into the world of freshly crafted, handcrafted nut confections from Cherry, Minnesota. Founder, Karen Hamilton, shares how she got started with small‑batch Bavarian-style roasted almonds, pecans, and cashews, each flavor invented and perfected by experimenting and taste testing. 

Join us as we explore:

• The origin story: how and why Go Beyond Nuts began—with a mission to make every batch unique and made fresh on site.


• The creative flavor development journey—from recipe brainstorming to final roast.


• How to strategize what events are worth attending for profitability. 

Stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll dig into scaling challenges, customer culture, and future plans.