Fort Collins, Colorado, Colorado · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

Cracked Bean Coffee Co

IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info

TagsCracked Bean Coffee Co Colorado coffee roasters Independent Roasts in-house

Cracked Bean Coffee Co. is a micro-roastery based in Fort Collins, Colorado, that focuses on small-batch production. The company is documented for its commitment to a transparent supply chain by sourcing green coffee directly from farms to eliminate middlemen. It operates as an independent, no-frills business that prioritizes quality over high-volume marketing. The roastery has been recognized as a notable participant in the local Fort Collins specialty coffee scene.

Ownership

Cracked Bean Coffee Co. is an independent, family-owned business.

Roasting

Reported to roast in-house.

What it's known for

The brand is known for its micro-roastery approach and commitment to sourcing green coffee directly from farms to eliminate middlemen.

Farm-level sourcing

The brand states a mission to buy green coffee directly from farms, though it does not currently publish a list of specific farms, farmers, or washing stations on its website. The sourcing model emphasizes direct trade relationships to ensure fair compensation for producers.

Notable coffees

— Direct-sourced single origin
— Small-batch house blends

Verify original product sources

Retailer information: Cracked Bean Coffee Co

Documented online sources

Cracked Bean Coffee Co's online shop

Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand operates as a 100% online store and ships its coffee nationwide.

Website

I was able to verify that Cracked Bean Coffee Co operates exclusively as an online retailer, as explicitly stated on their official website and corroborated by business directory listings.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials — last checked Nov 8, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.

Sources used in this deep dive

Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-16. 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 mission statement is clear, the website lacks specific details regarding current sourcing regions, specific farm names, or a founding date, and there is significant brand name confusion with other similarly named entities in New York, Pennsylvania, and the UK.

Cracked Bean Coffee Co

Retailer information: Cracked Bean Coffee Co

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