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Pinson, Alabama, Alabama · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Barking Bee Coffee
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsBarking Bee CoffeeAlabama coffee roastersBrazilColombiaEthiopiaHondurasIndiaNicaraguaIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
Visit Barking Bee Coffee's site Barking Bee Coffee is a small-batch roaster based in Pinson, Alabama, dedicated to showcasing the unique, natural flavors of coffee beans through careful, artisanal roasting. Founded by a former accountant with a passion for global coffee experiences, the company operates both a physical cafe and an online store. They emphasize freshness by roasting to order and offer a variety of single-origin coffees alongside signature drinks.
Ownership
Barking Bee Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Heather Manning and her husband.
Founded
2019
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its small-batch, artisanal roasting process that highlights the natural flavor profiles of coffee, such as nutty, floral, fruity, and chocolate notes. It is also recognized for its community-focused coffee shop in Pinson and its distinct, Rottweiler-inspired branding.
Sourcing countries
Brazil · Colombia · Ethiopia · Honduras · India · Nicaragua
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources single-origin, fair trade Arabica beans from various countries. While they specify the country of origin and processing methods for their offerings, they do not publicly name specific farms or producers.
Notable coffees
- — Ethiopian Dark Roast
- — Honduras (Honey processed)
- — India (Monsooned Malabar)
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://barkingbeecoffee.com/about
- https://www.barkingbeecoffee.com/
- https://www.trussvilletribune.com/2022/01/22/new-coffee-shop-in-pinson-is-creating-a-buzz/
- https://bhamnow.com/2022/02/09/now-open-an-inside-look-at-pinsons-new-coffee-shop-barking-bee-coffee
- https://togobarkingbeecoffee.square.site/
- https://www.instagram.com/p/Bww9jaYhOBo
- https://bhamnow.com/2022/02/09/now-open-an-inside-look-at-pinsons-new-coffee-sho
- https://linkedin.com/in/heather-manning
- https://joe.coffee/locations/al/pinson/barking-bee-coffee-pinson
- https://www.trussvilletribune.com/2022/05/17/pinson-trade-days-brings-life-back-
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-11-06. 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 sourcing fair trade beans, I could not verify the specific certifications or the names of the cooperatives or farms they partner with.