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Anodyne Coffee Roasters

Owned by FairWave Specialty Coffee CollectiveRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsAnodyne Coffee RoastersWisconsin coffee roastersHondurasBrazilMexicoEthiopiaOwned by FairWave Specialty Coffee CollectiveFarm levelRoasts in-house
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Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. is a Milwaukee-based specialty roaster that has been a fixture of the local coffee scene since 1999. They focus on small-batch production, balancing technical precision with the experience of their roasting team to maintain consistent quality. The company operates multiple cafes and maintains a strong commitment to community engagement within the neighborhoods they serve.

Corporate ownership disclosure

Anodyne Coffee Roasters is owned by FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective

Anodyne joined the FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective in 2023. While the original owners became partial owners in FairWave, the brand continues to operate locally in Milwaukee with its existing leadership team and staff.

We disclose ownership for every brand we profile — corporate parents can shape sourcing, pricing and independence claims. Facts are documented from public sources as of 2026-10-01.

Ownership
Anodyne joined the FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective in 2023. While the original owners became partial owners in FairWave, the brand continues to operate locally in Milwaukee with its existing leadership team and staff.
Founded
1999
Roasting
Roasts its own coffee.
What it's known for
Anodyne is a long-standing Milwaukee staple known for its community-focused cafe culture and consistent, small-batch roasting. They are recognized as one of the city's pioneering craft coffee roasters.
Sourcing countries
Honduras · Brazil · Mexico · Ethiopia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand provides detailed information for its single-origin offerings, including the specific farm, producer, region, and elevation. Their blends typically feature coffee from broader regions, such as South America, and they maintain a MOSA-certified organic roasting facility.
Notable coffees
  • — Honduras Sandra Trochez (Finca Don Amado)
  • — Ethiopia Banko Gotitti
  • — Milwaukee Record Blend
Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-01. It is not a review: we have not tasted this brand's coffee. Ownership, roasting and sourcing claims belong to the brand and its published materials. While the brand provides specific farm details for many single-origin coffees, a comprehensive list of every current sourcing country was not explicitly documented on their website.