Lincoln, Nebraska · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

Coffee by Josh

IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info

TagsCoffee by Josh Nebraska coffee roasters Independent Roasts in-house

Coffee by Josh is a small-batch roastery based in Lincoln, Nebraska, founded in 2023 by entrepreneur Joshua Chavez. The company roasts beans to order using a one-pound roaster to provide premium coffee to the local community. The brand is documented for its commitment to Indigenous food sovereignty and sustainability, with the founder actively working as a youth mentor. It operates as a Native-owned business that aims to make high-quality coffee accessible while celebrating Nez Perce heritage.

Ownership

Coffee by Josh is an independent, Native-owned business founded by Joshua Chavez, a member of the Nez Perce Tribe.

Founded

2023

Roasting

Reported to roast in-house.

What it's known for

Coffee by Josh is known for being a small-batch roastery that focuses on making premium coffee accessible while supporting Indigenous youth sovereignty and sustainability in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Farm-level sourcing

The brand does not currently publish specific farm, farmer, or washing station details on its website. Information regarding specific sourcing regions or countries is not publicly disclosed.

Notable coffees

— Vanilla
— Caramel
— Cinnamon
— Hazelnut
— Caramel/Vanilla-blend

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. I could not verify the specific coffee-growing countries or farm-level sourcing details as this information is not provided on the brand's website or in available public coverage.

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