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Beans Coffee Co.

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Beans Coffee Co.; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsBeans Coffee Co.Minnesota coffee roastersColombiaAsiaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaIndependentRoasts in-house
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Beans Coffee Co. is a Mankato-based roaster that evolved from a garage-based hobby using a popcorn popper into a commercial operation with a dedicated roastery and coffee house. They distinguish themselves by using hot-air roasting technology to produce small-batch, made-to-order coffee. The company maintains a local presence through their coffee house, mobile trailer, and online subscription services.

Ownership
Beans Coffee Co. is an independent, family-owned business co-founded by Clay Sharkey and Eric Poppler.
Founded
2011
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its small-batch, hot-air roasting process, which they utilize as an alternative to traditional drum roasting to minimize smoke and highlight unique coffee flavors.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Asia · South America · Central America
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources Fair Trade and Organic certified beans from various regions, but does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer names. Their offerings consist primarily of blends sourced from broad geographic regions like Asia, South America, and Central America, alongside single-origin Colombian coffee.
Notable coffees
  • — Mahkato (Blend)
  • — River Valley (Blend)
  • — Profectus (Colombia)
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Beans Coffee Co., as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-04-01 · Mankato Free Press
Tariff refund ruling leaves area businesses in limbo

Beans Coffee Company co-owner Clay Sharkey discussed the financial impact of government tariffs on the business, noting they paid $10,000 in extra costs for a roaster ordered shortly before tariffs took effect. The company is among those seeking refunds following a Supreme Court ruling that the administration lacked the authority to impose the specific tariffs.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-25. 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 provides general regional sourcing information and certifications, I could not verify specific farm names or producer details for their current coffee lineup.

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