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Chauvin Coffee Company

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Owned by Leramo Coffee Corp.Roasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsChauvin Coffee CompanyMissouri coffee roastersBurundiMexicoColombiaCentral AmericaSouth AmericaIndonesiaOwned by Leramo Coffee Corp.Origin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Chauvin Coffee is a historic St. Louis-area roaster that provides a wide range of specialty coffees, teas, and equipment services to wholesale and retail partners. With a legacy spanning decades, the company emphasizes traditional roasting methods and quality control to serve diverse market segments. They operate as a comprehensive resource for businesses looking for custom roasting and private-label coffee solutions.

Corporate ownership disclosure

Chauvin Coffee Company is owned by Leramo Coffee Corp.

Chauvin Coffee was a long-time family-owned business until it was acquired by Leramo Coffee Corp. in early 2026. Following the acquisition, members of the previous leadership team remained involved to ensure a smooth transition.

Ultimate owner: a mid-size coffee group

Ownership is disclosed when documented. Corporate parents can shape sourcing and independence claims. Public sources were researched as of 2026-10-24.

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Ownership
Chauvin Coffee was a long-time family-owned business until it was acquired by Leramo Coffee Corp. in early 2026. Following the acquisition, members of the previous leadership team remained involved to ensure a smooth transition.
Founded
1984
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Chauvin Coffee is known for its long-standing role as a wholesale coffee roaster and comprehensive resource for cafes, restaurants, and private-label brands throughout the Midwest. They are recognized for their traditional small-batch roasting techniques and extensive catalog of blends and single-origin coffees.
Sourcing countries
Burundi · Mexico · Colombia · Central America · South America · Indonesia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources coffee from various countries and regions but does not typically publish specific farm or producer names. Their offerings include a mix of single-origin coffees and various blends, with a focus on providing consistent quality for wholesale and private-label clients.
Notable coffees
  • — Colombian Supremo
  • — Mexican Altura
  • — Espresso Oro
In the news

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

2026-03-16 · Store Brands
Leramo Coffee Corporation Acquires Chauvin Coffee

The acquisition of Chauvin Coffee by Leramo Coffee Corporation marks a significant consolidation in the regional coffee sector. The move allows Leramo to leverage Chauvin's long-standing reputation for specialty roasting to broaden its reach across the Midwest.

2026-03-11 · KSDK
Longtime family-owned coffee roaster has been sold

Kirkwood-based Chauvin Coffee has been acquired by Leramo Coffee Corp., a private label roaster and beverage provider. Mike Charleville, representing the founding family, will remain in a leadership role to facilitate the transition.

2026-02-25 · St. Louis Business Journal
Leramo Coffee Corporation Acquires Chauvin Coffee, a St. Louis Legacy Roaster

Leramo Coffee Corporation announced its acquisition of the third-generation specialty roaster Chauvin Coffee. The deal is intended to increase Leramo's production capacity and expand its product portfolio while maintaining Chauvin's established presence in the Midwest market.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-24. 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 provides general information about the countries and regions of origin for their coffees, they do not disclose specific farm or producer names for their current offerings.

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