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Brooklyn Roasting Company
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
Visit Brooklyn Roasting Company's site Brooklyn Roasting Company is a New York-based coffee roaster that operates out of a historic facility in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The company focuses on providing high-quality, sustainably sourced coffee to both wholesale accounts and retail customers. They are recognized for their industrial-style branding and their role in reviving Brooklyn's local coffee roasting tradition.
Ownership
The company is independent and was founded by Jim Munson, the former general manager of Dallis Bros. Coffee.
Founded
2009
Roasting
Roasts its own coffee.
What it's known for
Being a prominent New York City-based roaster that emphasizes sustainable sourcing, Fair Trade certifications, and a commitment to the local Brooklyn community.
Sourcing countries
Not explicitly listed
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes that 90% of its coffees are Fair Trade certified and focuses on sustainable purchasing standards. While they highlight their commitment to ethical sourcing, they do not consistently publish specific farm or producer names for their offerings. Their catalog consists of a mix of signature blends and various single-origin coffees.
Notable coffees
- — Java Mocha
- — Coney Island Blend
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://brooklynroasting.com/pages/about-us
- https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/04/10/2860856/0/en/THE-BROOKLYN-ROASTING-COMPANY-INTRODUCES-TWO-SUPER-PREMIUM-COFFEE-BLENDS-TO-THE-KEURIG-K-CUP-POD-SYSTEM.html
- https://dailycoffeenews.com/2020/10/23/brooklyn-roasting-company-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy
- https://platform.tracxn.com/a/d/company/53190773e4b0f7e165eec67b/brc
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-29. It is not a review: we have not tasted this brand's coffee. Ownership, roasting and sourcing claims belong to the brand and its published materials. While the brand emphasizes sustainable sourcing and Fair Trade certification, I could not verify a comprehensive list of specific sourcing countries or individual farm names on their current website.