Des Moines, Iowa, Iowa · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

Bluestem Coffee Roasting Co.

IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level

TagsBluestem Coffee Roasting Co.Iowa coffee roasters Peru Brazil Ethiopia Independent Farm level Roasts in-house

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Bluestem Coffee Roasting Co. is a Des Moines-based roaster dedicated to small-batch, specialty-grade coffee. They focus on roasting to order to ensure peak flavor and offer a convenient subscription service alongside free local delivery. Their approach emphasizes transparency and quality, treating each origin with a tailored roasting profile.

Ownership

Bluestem Coffee Roasting Co. is an independent, family-owned business based in Des Moines.

Roasting

Reported to roast in-house.

What it's known for

The brand is known for its small-batch, specialty-grade single-origin coffees and its commitment to providing free local delivery throughout the Des Moines metro area.

Sourcing countries

Peru · Brazil · Ethiopia

Farm-level sourcing

The brand sources specialty-grade coffee through importers that prioritize relationships at origin. They provide specific details for their single-origin offerings, such as the Banko Gotiti Cooperative in Ethiopia, including region, elevation, and processing methods.

Notable coffees

— Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Banko Gotiti (Banko Gotiti Cooperative)
— Peru
— Brazil
— Classic Espresso

Sources used in this deep dive

Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-23. 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 publicly disclosed on their website or in available business directories.

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