801 Coffee Roasters is a Salt Lake City-based craft roaster and mobile coffee operator that has been dedicated to small-batch production and community-focused coffee culture since 2016. The company distinguishes itself through a hands-on approach to the entire coffee lifecycle, emphasizing precision techniques like ristretto-pulled espresso and the creation of house-made ingredients, including syrups and chai concentrate. Beyond their roasting operations, they serve as an educational hub for the local community by hosting workshops that cover everything from green bean roasting science to professional extraction methods. Their market position is defined by a commitment to local partnerships and a mission to continuously improve the craft of coffee while fostering connections within the Salt Lake City area.
Ownership
801 Coffee Roasters is an independent, founder-led company established by Alex Harris in Salt Lake City.
Founded
2016
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its small-batch, slow-roasted coffee and its commitment to local community engagement. They are also recognized for producing their own syrups and chai concentrate from scratch in-house.
Sourcing countries
Ethiopia · Uganda
Farm-level sourcing
The brand offers single-origin coffees but does not consistently publish specific farm or producer names on their website. Their offerings include both single-origin selections and descriptions that highlight regional characteristics.
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand sells 1lb and 5lb bags of coffee directly to consumers through their website.
Website
I verified the brand's own roastery and online store, as well as two specific restaurant partners listed on their official website; other potential retail locations were not explicitly confirmed as current stockists.
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This profile details the origins of 801 Coffee Roasters, founded by Alex Harrison in 2016 after he began with a coffee truck. The article highlights the brand's focus on quality, small-batch roasting, and the founder's commitment to educating customers on coffee flavor profiles.
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-06. 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 supporting local businesses and community engagement, no specific, verifiable philanthropic programs with defined financial commitments were found on their website or public records.
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