Burundi Ninga Hills
Butanyerera, Burundi · Washed, dried on raised beds
The coffee features tasting notes of plum, brown sugar, and lime.
Original roaster or listing source US Brand Directory
Northfield, Vermont · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Carrier Roasting Co.
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsCarrier Roasting Co.Vermont coffee roastersEthiopiaPeruBurundiKenyaGuatemalaIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
Visit Carrier Roasting Co.'s site Carrier Roasting Co. is a Vermont-based specialty coffee roaster that treats coffee as a craft agricultural product, drawing inspiration from the transparent, community-focused relationships found in rural farming. Founded in 2011, the company utilizes a vintage Probat L12 roaster to produce lighter roast profiles that emphasize the unique characteristics of each origin. They operate roasteries and cafes in Northfield and Burlington, serving as a hub for both retail customers and wholesale partners throughout the state. By prioritizing direct trade relationships and supply chain transparency, the brand aims to honor the stories and labor behind every bean they source. Their market position is defined by an award-winning reputation for quality and a commitment to sustainable, intentional coffee production.
Ownership
Carrier Roasting Co. is an independent, family-owned business founded by Scott Kerner and Ross Evans.
Founded
2015
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Carrier Roasting Co. is known for its commitment to transparent, direct-trade sourcing relationships and high-quality, roasted-to-order specialty coffee that reflects the values of Vermont's rural agricultural community.
Sourcing countries
Ethiopia · Peru · Burundi · Kenya · Guatemala
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes direct trade relationships and frequently identifies specific farms or washing stations for its single-origin offerings. They source from various regions across Africa, Asia, and the Americas, focusing on the story and agricultural origin of each harvest. Their sourcing model aims to mirror the transparent, personal connections found in local Vermont food production.
Notable coffees
- — Burundi Rubirizi
- — Kenya Gititu AA
- — Ethiopia Jigesa
- — Decaf Amatenango
- — Ethiopia Nensebo Bosecha
- — Guatemala Unión Cantinil
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Carrier Roasting Co.
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.
Colombia Juan Jiménez Pink Bourbon
Huila, Colombia · Washed
This coffee offers bright tasting notes of lemonade, peach, and mango.
Original roaster or listing sourceEthiopia Bookissa
Ethiopia
This is a current single-origin offering listed in the roaster's whole bean collection.
Original roaster or listing sourceKenya Gititu AA
Kenya
This is a current single-origin offering listed in the roaster's whole bean collection.
Original roaster or listing sourceDecaf Fortune
Colombia
A decaffeinated offering marketed as a consistently excellent and serious decaf option.
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: Carrier Roasting Co.
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's flagship roastery and coffee bar located at 17 East Street in Northfield, Vermont.
Physical
Historical source note (not live inventory): A coffee bar located inside Jake's ONE Market at 242 N. Winooski Ave in Burlington, Vermont.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website offers whole bean coffee, subscriptions, and brewing supplies for direct shipping.
Website
I was able to verify the brand's two physical coffee bar locations and their official online store; while the brand mentions wholesale partnerships on their website, they do not provide a public list of these specific retail partners.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 29, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://carrierroasting.com/pages/our-locations
- https://carrierroasting.com/pages/burlington-coffee-bar
- https://carrierroasting.com/collections/whole-bean-coffee
- https://carrierroasting.com/pages/where-to-buy
- https://carrierroasting.com/
- https://carrierroasting.com/products/burundi-ninga-hills
- https://carrierroasting.com/products/colombia-juan-jimenez-pink-bourbon
- https://carrierroasting.com/pages/about
- https://carrierroasting.com/pages/our-story
- https://carrierroasting.com/pages/faqs
- https://brewatlas.pro/montpelier-barre/cafes/carrier-roasting-co-northfield
- https://carrierroasting.com/pages/transparency
- https://carrierroasting.com/pages/shop
- https://www.thewaytocoffee.com/roasters/carrier-roasting-co
- https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/carrier-roasting
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-06. 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. I could not verify any specific, formal philanthropy programs or charitable giving commitments published on the company's website or in reliable third-party coverage.