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Afro Phil Coffee

IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level

TagsAfro Phil Coffee Idaho coffee roasters Papua New Guinea Guatemala Independent Origin / region level Roasts in-house

Afro Phil Coffee is a Boise-based micro-roaster that specializes in single-origin beans roasted in very small batches using a Probat Probatino. Inspired by a childhood tradition of sharing coffee with his grandfather, the founder operates a highly personal business model focused on local delivery and community connection. The brand emphasizes a smooth flavor profile achieved through precise, sensory-driven roasting techniques.

Ownership

Afro Phil Coffee is an independent, family-owned micro-roastery operated by Phil Tegethoff in his home garage.

Roasting

Reported to roast in-house.

What it's known for

The brand is known for its nano-batch, single-origin coffee roasting process conducted in a home garage setting. It is recognized for its focus on personalized, smooth roasts and local community delivery services in the Boise area.

Sourcing countries

Papua New Guinea · Guatemala

Farm-level sourcing

The brand sources its green coffee beans through Atlas Coffee Importers. While they specify the country of origin for their single-origin offerings, they do not publicly name specific farms or producers.

Notable coffees

— Papua Joe
— Cosmik Joe (Guatemalan)
— Afro Ninja
— Dynamo Joe
— Unleaded Joe

Sources used in this deep dive

Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-19. 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. The exact founding year of the company is not explicitly stated on the brand's website or in the provided media coverage.

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