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Lexington, Kentucky, Kentucky · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

4th Level Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for 4th Level Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
Tags4th Level RoastersKentucky coffee roastersIndependentRoasts in-house
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4th Level Roasters is a small-batch, wife-and-husband-owned specialty coffee roastery based in Lexington, Kentucky, that emphasizes intentionality and personal connection in every roast. Founded in the wake of personal adversity, the brand operates with a mission to support customers through life's challenges, viewing coffee as a companion for both the mountains and valleys of the human experience. They maintain a robust local presence by serving as both a direct-to-consumer retailer and a dedicated wholesale partner for regional restaurants and cafes. By roasting fresh, small-batch coffee weekly, the company prioritizes quality control and consistency, earning a strong reputation for excellence that includes multiple regional awards for their cold brew offerings.

Ownership
4th Level Roasters is an independent, family-oriented small-batch roastery.
Founded
Not publicly disclosed
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is best known for its award-winning cold brew, having won the Lexington Cold Brew Festival for Best Plain Cold Brew in both 2022 and 2024.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer names for its offerings. They offer a mix of signature blends and single-origin coffees, but specific sourcing details are not provided on their website.
Notable coffees
  • — Cleo’s Blend
  • — BFLA (Bold Flavor Low Acid) Blend
  • — Chill Cold Brew Blend
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from 4th Level Roasters

These are examples recorded during editorial research. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.

External customer, cafe, marketplace, and class ratings are not comparable measures of the quality of an individual coffee. We do not convert them into original tasting scores or brand-wide star ratings. Our independent reviews are published separately after a coffee has actually been brewed and evaluated.

Verify original product sources

Retailer information: 4th Level Roasters

Documented physical retailers
Lexington Farmers Market
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand is listed as a vendor for the Lexington Farmers Market.
Physical
4th Level Roasters Roastery
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand operates a physical roastery location in Lexington, KY, where they offer whole-bean coffee for retail purchase.
Physical
Documented online sources
4th Level Roasters's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells signature coffee blends, single origins, and specialty teas directly to consumers.
Website

I was able to verify the brand's own online store and their presence at the Lexington Farmers Market, as well as their physical roastery location in Lexington; however, no other third-party retail chains or online marketplaces were found to carry their products.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 16, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about 4th Level Roasters, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2025-08-22 · LEX 18
Tariffs force Lexington coffee businesses to band together

In response to new tariffs on Brazilian coffee, 4th Level Roasters co-owner Chris Herman has joined a coalition of local Lexington coffee businesses to purchase beans in bulk. This collaborative effort aims to mitigate rising costs and prevent further price increases for consumers.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-30. 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 mentions a 'Fundraising' page in their site navigation, the specific details of their charitable programs or sourcing origins are not publicly documented on their website.

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