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Capanna Coffee & Gelato

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Capanna Coffee & Gelato; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsCapanna Coffee & GelatoIowa coffee roastersGuatemalaKenyaMexicoSumatraIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Capanna Coffee & Gelato is an artisan roaster and gelateria based in Iowa that prioritizes freshness by roasting coffee in small batches on-site. The company serves both local retail customers and wholesale partners, maintaining a focus on community connection and traditional roasting techniques.

Ownership
Capanna Coffee & Gelato is an independent, family-owned business founded by Mike McCain.
Founded
2006
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its community-focused approach, combining freshly roasted specialty coffee with authentic, house-made Italian-style gelato.
Sourcing countries
Guatemala · Kenya · Mexico · Sumatra
Farm-level sourcing
The brand utilizes direct trade relationships to source coffee, specifically highlighting connections to farm cooperatives in regions like Guatemala. While they emphasize ethical pricing and direct trade, their public-facing materials generally focus on origin and region rather than consistently naming specific individual farms for every offering.
Notable coffees
  • — Guatemala Yepocapa
  • — Kenya
  • — Mexico
  • — Sumatra
  • — Decaf Guatemala
In the news

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

2026-06-09 · The News
Riverside has been missing its coffee; Sonrise will fix that

The newly opening Sonrise Coffee shop in Riverside, Iowa, has announced it will source its coffee beans from Capanna Coffee Roasters of North Liberty. This partnership highlights Capanna's ongoing role as a regional wholesale supplier for local independent cafes.

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. While the brand emphasizes direct trade and farm relationships, specific farm names are not consistently documented across their current digital presence, making it difficult to verify a 'Farm & producer level' transparency rating.

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