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Brookings, South Dakota · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Cottonwood Coffee
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsCottonwood CoffeeCongoCosta RicaEthiopiaGuatemalaBurundiColombiaMexicoIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
Visit Cottonwood Coffee's site Cottonwood Coffee is a South Dakota-based roaster that operates a classic coffeehouse and bistro, focusing on high-quality, small-batch coffee. Founded in 2006, the company prioritizes an approachable, "no-flashy" philosophy while maintaining professional standards through Q-Grader-led roasting. They serve their local community in Brookings while also providing wholesale coffee and subscriptions to customers across the United States.
Ownership
Cottonwood Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Jacob, who continues to lead the company's roasting operations.
Founded
2006
Roasting
Roasts its own coffee.
What it's known for
Cottonwood Coffee is known for its classic, approachable coffeehouse atmosphere in Brookings and its commitment to high-quality, small-batch roasting. The brand emphasizes a "no-nonsense" approach to specialty coffee, focusing on fair pricing and expert roasting techniques led by a certified Q Grader.
Sourcing countries
Congo · Costa Rica · Ethiopia · Guatemala · Burundi · Colombia · Mexico
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources green coffee from various countries globally, emphasizing sustainable farming practices and fair payment to farmers. While they highlight specific origins and regions, they do not consistently publish the names of individual farms or producers for their offerings. Their catalog includes both single-origin coffees and curated blends.
Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-29. It is not a review: we have not tasted this brand's coffee. Ownership, roasting and sourcing claims belong to the brand and its published materials. While the brand lists several countries of origin on their website, they do not provide specific farm or producer names for their current coffee offerings.