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Casa Blanca Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Casa Blanca Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsCasa Blanca Coffee RoastersNorth Carolina coffee roastersColombiaGuatemalaEthiopiaRwandaIndependentRoasts in-house
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Casa Blanca Coffee Roasters is a Wilmington-based specialty coffee roaster and cafe that emphasizes light roasting profiles to highlight the natural flavors of the bean. Founded by industry veteran Marissa Ruehle, the company operates out of a converted 1950s home that serves as both a production roastery and a community gathering space. They are recognized for their commitment to high-quality, specialty-grade coffee and a welcoming, approachable cafe experience.

Ownership
Casa Blanca Coffee Roasters is an independent, owner-operated business founded by Marissa Ruehle.
Founded
2019
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its light-roast specialty coffee, community-focused cafe atmosphere in the Ogden area of Wilmington, and its commitment to high-scoring, specialty-grade beans.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Guatemala · Ethiopia · Rwanda
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources specialty-grade coffee from various international origins, focusing on high cupping scores. While they emphasize quality and direct sourcing efforts, they do not consistently publish specific farm or producer names for their current offerings.
In the news

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

2026-10-12 · The Charlotte Observer
How Wilmington-area restaurants are building a collaboration economy

Casa Blanca Coffee Roasters has been utilizing a collaborative business model by hosting monthly pop-up events with Salita Pizza. This partnership serves as a strategic effort for both local businesses to boost visibility and navigate rising operational costs.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-11-04. 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 mentions sourcing from specific countries, they do not provide a public, updated list of specific farms or producers for their current coffee lineup.

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