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1000 Faces Coffee

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for 1000 Faces Coffee; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm & producer level
Tags1000 Faces CoffeeGeorgia coffee roastersEthiopiaBrazilHondurasColombiaRwandaMexicoIndependentFarm & producer levelRoasts in-house
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1000 Faces Coffee is an Athens-based micro-roaster dedicated to fostering equitable, transparent relationships within the coffee supply chain. By focusing on direct trade and sustainable land stewardship, they aim to celebrate the stories of coffee producers while providing high-quality, profile-roasted beans to their community.

Ownership
1000 Faces Coffee is an independent, partner-owned business established by Benjamin Myers.
Founded
2006
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is recognized for its commitment to transparency, direct relationships with coffee producers, and sustainable, eco-conscious business practices. They are also noted for their profile-roasting approach, which focuses on highlighting the unique characteristics of each coffee rather than traditional roast levels.
Sourcing countries
Ethiopia · Brazil · Honduras · Colombia · Rwanda · Mexico
Farm-level sourcing
The brand prioritizes direct, long-term relationships with farmers and producers, often naming specific farms or producers on their product labels. They offer both single-origin coffees and curated blends, emphasizing trust and personal verification of farming practices over third-party certifications.
Notable coffees
  • — Daannisa (Ethiopia)
  • — João Hamilton (Brazil)
  • — Jesus Galeas (Honduras)
  • — Olgar Ortega (Colombia)
  • — Francisco Barretto (Brazil)
  • — JMV Usekanabagoyi (Rwanda)
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about 1000 Faces Coffee, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2025-03-26 · The Oconee Enterprise
1000 Faces Coffee opens in Wire Park

Athens-based roaster 1000 Faces Coffee has expanded with a new location in Wire Park. The new cafe features a distinct layout and atmosphere compared to the company's original North Thomas Street shop, designed to improve workflow and reduce congestion behind the bar.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-27. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand provides specific producer names for many of its single-origin offerings, it was not possible to verify the exact current ownership structure beyond the mention of partners.

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