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Coffee & Tea Ltd.

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IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsCoffee & Tea Ltd.Minnesota coffee roastersIndependentRoasts in-house
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Coffee & Tea Ltd. was established in 1976 by Jim Cone in the Linden Hills neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is documented for its long-standing commitment to hand-roasting coffee in small batches and importing a diverse selection of loose-leaf teas from over 60 countries. The shop gained recognition for its traditional roasting methods, often utilizing vintage machinery to process beans on-site. For nearly five decades, the business served as a local institution before closing its physical storefront in 2026.

Ownership
Coffee & Tea Ltd. is an independent, family-owned business that has been operated by the same family since its founding in the 1970s.
Founded
1976
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The shop is known for being a long-standing Linden Hills neighborhood staple that roasts coffee using vintage, pre-WWI equipment and offers an extensive selection of loose-leaf teas.
Sourcing countries
Global
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources coffee and tea from over 60 countries globally. They do not publicly disclose specific farm or producer names, focusing instead on the variety of origins available.
Notable coffees
  • — Viennese Roast
  • — Espresso Roast
  • — French Roast
  • — Italian-french Roast
  • — Jims 5 Star French Roast
In the news

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

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's website and local coverage confirm they source from over 60 countries, specific farm-level details for their current coffee offerings are not publicly documented.

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