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Bolt Coffee Company

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Bolt Coffee Company; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsBolt Coffee CompanyMassachusetts coffee roastersPeruColombiaIndependentRoasts in-house
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Bolt Coffee Company is a Providence-based roaster that evolved from a mobile coffee cart into a multi-location cafe operator and production facility. They are dedicated to fostering community through their cafe spaces while maintaining a professional, detail-oriented approach to roasting and brewing. The company prioritizes quality and connection, aiming to make specialty coffee accessible and welcoming to all.

Ownership
Bolt Coffee Company is an independent business founded by Bryan Gibb and Todd Mackey.
Founded
2012
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Bolt is known for its modern, approachable specialty coffee, its origins as a mobile coffee cart, and its role as a Rhode Island institution with a strong focus on community-centered cafe spaces.
Sourcing countries
Peru · Colombia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes intentional and sustainable green coffee sourcing but does not consistently publish specific farm or producer names on its public-facing website. They focus on seasonally available single-origin coffees which are roasted separately before being blended or sold as single origins.
In the news

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

2026-08-19 · Providence Journal
$10 coffee gains popularity in RI even as budgets tighten

This article discusses the rising costs of specialty coffee in Rhode Island and the resilience of consumer demand despite tighter budgets. Bolt Coffee is mentioned in the context of local specialty roasters navigating these economic pressures.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-27. 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 intentional sourcing, I could not verify specific farm or producer names for their current coffee offerings on their website.

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