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Bold Bean Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Bold Bean Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsBold Bean Coffee RoastersFlorida coffee roastersColombiaEthiopiaGuatemalaIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Bold Bean Coffee Roasters is a Jacksonville-based specialty coffee company that has been a pioneer in the Florida coffee scene since 2007. They operate their own roastery and multiple retail locations, focusing on purposeful roasting and sustainable supply chains to highlight the unique sensorial characteristics of single-origin beans. The company is widely recognized for its commitment to third-wave coffee culture, utilizing precise roasting profiles to produce expressive, clean, and seasonal coffees. Beyond their retail presence, they maintain a strong reputation for consistency and quality, fostering a robust community of coffee enthusiasts through education and a transparent approach to sourcing.

Ownership
Bold Bean Coffee Roasters is an independent, family-owned business founded by Jay Burnett and currently operated by a team including Zack Burnett.
Founded
2007
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its commitment to third-wave coffee culture, sustainable supply chain practices, and high-quality, light-roasted single-origin coffees.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Ethiopia · Guatemala
Farm-level sourcing
The brand works with a network of producers, suppliers, and exporters, emphasizing long-term relationships and paying above C-market prices. While they highlight the importance of terroir and specific origins, they generally describe their sourcing at the regional or producer-group level rather than consistently naming individual farms for every offering.
Notable coffees
  • — Ethiopia - Banko Gotiti (Washed Process)
  • — Ecuador - Pillcocaja (Typica Mejorado)
  • — Peru - Dominga Carrasco (Yellow Caturra)
  • — Supernova (Medium House Blend)
  • — Sweet Spot (House Blend)
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Bold Bean Coffee Roasters

These are examples recorded during editorial research on Sep 27, 2026. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.

External customer, cafe, marketplace, and class ratings are not comparable measures of the quality of an individual coffee. We do not convert them into original tasting scores or brand-wide star ratings. Our independent reviews are published separately after a coffee has actually been brewed and evaluated.

Verify original product sources

Retailer information: Bold Bean Coffee Roasters

Documented physical retailers
Bold Bean Coffee Roasters (Riverside)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Operates a physical cafe in the Riverside neighborhood of Jacksonville, Florida.
Physical
Bold Bean Coffee Roasters (Jacksonville Beach)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Operates a physical cafe located near the shore in Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
Physical
Whole Foods Market
Historical source note (not live inventory): Supplies coffee to select Whole Foods Market locations across Florida.
Physical
Documented online sources
Bold Bean Coffee Roasters's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells whole bean coffee, merchandise, and brewing equipment directly to consumers.
Website

I was able to verify the brand's two physical cafe locations in Jacksonville, their presence in select Whole Foods Market stores in Florida, and their direct-to-consumer online shop; no other third-party retail partners were confirmed.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials — last checked Oct 11, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
In the news

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

2026-07-23 · WJCT News 89.9
On Fridays show: First Coast Week in Review

Bold Bean Coffee Roasters is expanding its brand presence by releasing an independent 'zine titled 'Origin: Colombia.' The publication features photography and essays documenting coffee farming in Tolima, Colombia, marking the company's first step into broader global coffee documentation.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-03. 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 emphasizes sustainable supply chains and community engagement, no specific, verifiable philanthropic programs or charitable donation percentages were found on their official website or in public coverage.

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