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Chesapeake Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Chesapeake Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsChesapeake Coffee RoastersMaryland coffee roastersIndonesiaAfricaCentral AmericaGuatemalaIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Chesapeake Coffee Roasters is a Maryland-based specialty coffee company dedicated to environmental stewardship and clean water advocacy. They operate their own roasting facility and offer a range of organic and Bird Friendly certified coffees that support conservation efforts. The company emphasizes a mission-driven business model that connects their local community in the Chesapeake Bay watershed to global coffee-producing regions.

Ownership
The company is independent and family-founded, originally established by Rick and Tom Erber as the Chesapeake Bay Roasting Company.
Founded
2002
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its commitment to sustainability, specifically its focus on USDA certified organic and Smithsonian Bird Friendly certified coffees. They are also recognized for their mission-driven approach to supporting clean water initiatives and environmental conservation within the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Sourcing countries
Indonesia · Africa · Central America · Guatemala
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources coffee from various international regions, often blending beans from multiple countries to create their signature profiles. While they emphasize sustainability and fair trade premiums, they generally do not publish specific farm or producer names for their standard blends, though they occasionally highlight specific origins for limited releases.
Notable coffees
  • — Organic River's Edge (Blend)
  • — Limited Edition Bird Friendly Guatemala
In the news

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

2025-11-19 · Baltimore Magazine
When You Sip This Maryland-Made Coffee, You’re Also Supporting Wildlife Conservation

Chesapeake Coffee Roasters is highlighted for its commitment to environmental stewardship, featuring packaging that tells conservation stories related to regional wildlife. The company actively encourages farmers to utilize bird-friendly growing practices, reinforcing its mission to support local ecosystems through its coffee production.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-27. 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 their sourcing regions and sustainability certifications, they do not publicly disclose specific farm or producer names for the majority of their coffee offerings.

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