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Cielo Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Cielo Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm & producer level
TagsCielo Coffee RoastersKansas coffee roastersColombiaEthiopiaIndependentFarm & producer levelRoasts in-house
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Cielo Coffee Roasters is a boutique coffee roasting company based in Kansas City, Missouri, established in 2024. Led by industry veteran Kyle Evans, the brand focuses on highly traceable, specialty-grade coffees that emphasize the unique terroir and intentionality of individual producers and cooperatives. The roastery operates with a commitment to quality and transparency, serving as a primary partner for the specialty coffee bar Penrose in the East Crossroads Arts District.

Ownership
Cielo Coffee Roasters is an independent, boutique coffee roaster led by industry veteran Kyle Evans.
Founded
2024
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its focus on highly traceable, specialty-grade coffees that highlight the specific terroir, processing techniques, and the intentionality of individual producers and co-ops.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Ethiopia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes high traceability, identifying specific regions, altitudes, producers, producer groups, and washing stations for its offerings. They prioritize coffees that represent the hard work of single producers, families, and cooperatives.
Notable coffees
  • — Bochica - Colombia
  • — La Lucha - Ethiopia
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Cielo Coffee Roasters

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.

External 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: Cielo Coffee Roasters

Documented physical retailers
Penrose
Historical source note (not live inventory): Serves and sells bags of coffee at their walk-up coffee bar in Kansas City.
Physical
Christopher Elbow Chocolate
Historical source note (not live inventory): Carries the brand's coffee bags at their retail location.
Physical
Verdant
Historical source note (not live inventory): A local flower shop that stocks the brand's coffee bags.
Physical
Documented online sources
Cielo Coffee Roasters's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells a variety of single-origin coffee beans directly to consumers.
Website

I successfully verified the brand's primary online store and three physical retail partners in Kansas City, but could not find any additional third-party online marketplaces or grocery chains carrying their products.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 16, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
In the news

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

2025-12-26 · Daily Coffee News
Here Are 26 New Roasters to Support in 2026

Cielo Coffee Roasters was featured in Daily Coffee News' annual year-in-review list of notable new coffee roasters to support. The inclusion highlights the brand's emergence as a boutique, traceability-focused roaster in the Kansas City market.

2025-06-25 · Daily Coffee News
Cielo Coffee Roasters Takes Flight at Penrose in Kansas City

Daily Coffee News profiled the launch of Cielo Coffee Roasters, a boutique roasting operation led by industry veteran Kyle Evans. The brand, which operates out of a shared production space, serves as the primary coffee supplier for the East Crossroads walk-up bar, Penrose.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-30. 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 intentional sourcing and traceability, it does not currently publish a list of specific notable coffee offerings or documented philanthropic programs on its primary website.

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