Eva Y Pablo's 2026 Special Reserve
Guatemala · Washed
This medium roast features tasting notes of hazelnut, juicy pear, and vanilla.
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Riverside, Rhode Island, Rhode Island · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Borealis Coffee Roasters
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsBorealis Coffee RoastersRhode Island coffee roastersGuatemalaColombiaIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
Visit Borealis Coffee Roasters's site Borealis Coffee Company is an independently owned specialty roaster based in Rhode Island, founded by Brian and Jessie Dwiggins. Operating out of a Pawtucket roastery and multiple community-focused cafes, the company utilizes a Loring roaster to produce small-batch coffees that emphasize flavor clarity and freshness. Their market position is defined by a commitment to bridging the gap between traditional diner-style coffee and modern craft brews, ensuring specialty coffee remains accessible to all drinkers. By maintaining direct-trade relationships and prioritizing transparent sourcing, they treat coffee as a narrative-driven experience that connects consumers to the producers behind every cup.
Ownership
Borealis Coffee Company is an independently owned roastery founded by Brian Dwiggins.
Founded
2016
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Borealis is known for bridging the gap between diner-style coffee and specialty craft brews, focusing on small-batch roasting to ensure freshness and accessibility for all types of coffee drinkers.
Sourcing countries
Guatemala · Colombia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes building direct relationships with producers and explicitly names specific farms such as Finca El Jardín in Guatemala and Finca La Capilla in Colombia. They focus on sourcing high-quality green coffee through these direct partnerships to ensure traceability and quality.
Notable coffees
- — Finca El Jardín (Guatemala)
- — Finca La Capilla (Colombia)
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Borealis Coffee Roasters
These are examples recorded during editorial research. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.
Finca Las Fresas
This coffee is currently listed in the shop without specific tasting notes provided.
Original roaster or listing sourceGuatemala Family Lot
Guatemala
This coffee is currently listed in the shop without specific tasting notes provided.
Original roaster or listing sourceFinca Las Palomas Chiroso
This coffee is currently listed in the shop without specific tasting notes provided.
Original roaster or listing sourceThree Phase Blend
This blend offers notes of berry, brown sugar, and molasses with a full-bodied profile.
Original roaster or listing sourceExternal 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: Borealis Coffee Roasters
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells retail bags of coffee at their original cafe location in a historic train depot.
Physical
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells retail bags of coffee at their cafe location in Unity Park.
Physical
Historical source note (not live inventory): Offers retail coffee bag sales directly at their production facility.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's primary online store for purchasing whole bean coffee and subscriptions.
Website
I verified that Borealis Coffee Roasters sells its coffee through its own two cafe locations, its production roastery, and its dedicated Shopify-based online store; no third-party retail partners were identified.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 31, 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 Borealis Coffee Roasters, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
2026-08-14 · The Providence Journal
This Rhode Island café was named the state’s best coffee shop Chowhound named Borealis Coffee Company the best coffee shop in Rhode Island, citing its small-batch roasting, community-focused atmosphere, and unique drink offerings. The recognition highlights the brand's three locations and its commitment to thoughtful sourcing and craft.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://www.borealiscoffee.com/riverside/
- https://www.borealiscoffee.com/bristol
- https://www.borealiscoffee.com/roastery/
- https://borealis-coffee-company.myshopify.com/collections/all-coffees
- https://borealis-coffee-company.myshopify.com/
- https://www.yelp.com/biz/borealis-coffee-company-riverside
- https://beanbox.com/coffee/roast/borealis-coffee-company-three-phase-blend/3207
- https://www.borealiscoffee.com
- https://www.borealiscoffee.com/roastery
- https://beanbox.com/coffee/roaster/borealis-coffee-company/103
- https://www.aol.com/articles/rhode-island-caf-named-state-091111000.html
- https://www.visitrhodeisland.com/listing/borealis-coffee-roasters/7112
- https://borealiscoffee.com
- https://www.borealiscoffee.com/approach
- https://www.borealiscoffee.com/riverside
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-04. 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 community and sustainability in its messaging, no specific, verifiable philanthropic programs or charitable donation percentages were found in public documentation.