Atlanta Coffee Roasters is a veteran specialty coffee roaster that has served the Atlanta community since 1983. The company combines a scientific approach to roasting with a commitment to direct-trade practices and community-focused sourcing. They operate a local tasting room and maintain a focus on high-quality, specialty-grade beans.
Ownership
The company is independent and family-owned, currently owned by Bill Letbetter, who co-purchased the shop in 2005.
Founded
1983
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Being a long-standing Atlanta institution that emphasizes a scientific approach to roasting and maintains direct relationships with coffee farmers.
Sourcing countries
Nicaragua · Honduras
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes direct relationships with farmers, specifically naming farms such as Finca El Cisne in Honduras and La Joya Farm in Honduras. They prioritize sourcing from producers who are actively involved in their local communities.
Notable coffees
— Finca El Cisne (Honduras)
— La Joya Farm (Honduras)
In the news
Recent news and media coverage about Atlanta Coffee Roasters, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
Atlanta Coffee Roasters has closed its location at 2205 Lavista Rd in the Toco Hills neighborhood. The space is being taken over by Blue Donkey Coffee, a local brand known for its focus on iced coffee and cold brew.
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-20. 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 identifies as a long-standing roaster, specific current single-origin offerings beyond their highlighted farm partners were not explicitly listed in a rotating catalog on their website.
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