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Plymouth, Michigan, Michigan · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Coffee Express Roasting Company
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsCoffee Express Roasting CompanyMichigan coffee roastersSouth AmericaIndonesiaCentral AmericaAfricaIndependentRoasts in-house
Visit Coffee Express Roasting Company's site Coffee Express Roasting Company is a veteran specialty coffee roaster and wholesale supplier based in Plymouth, Michigan. Since 1982, they have focused on roasting high-quality Arabica beans to order while also providing comprehensive support for commercial espresso equipment. Beyond coffee, they serve as a wholesale provider for gourmet syrups, teas, and other beverage supplies for cafes and retailers.
Ownership
The company is independent and family-founded, established by its founder in 1975 after his initial venture into the coffee industry with the Blind Pig Café.
Founded
1975
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Coffee Express Roasting Company is known as a long-standing pioneer in Michigan's specialty coffee scene, recognized for its wholesale roasting operations and its role as a long-time distributor and service provider for commercial espresso machines, particularly the Rancilio brand.
Sourcing countries
South America · Indonesia · Central America · Africa
Farm-level sourcing
The company sources coffee from various global regions including South America, Indonesia, Central America, and Africa. While they offer microlot and fair-trade organic options, they do not publicly list specific farm or producer names on their website, focusing instead on regional sourcing and wholesale distribution.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://coffeeexpressco.com/
- https://coffeeexpressco.com/coffees
- https://intengine.com/directory/profile/10405-coffee-express-company/8958-plymouth
- https://www.comanufacturers.com/manufacturers/coffee-express-roasting-company
- https://www.keychain.com/coffee-express-roasting-company/m/p/MGSPG82LU1
- https://coffeeexpressco.com/where-to-buy
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-25. 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 company mentions sourcing from various global regions and offers microlot options, I could not verify specific farm or producer names for their current coffee offerings.