Kenya Gaturiri Nyeri
Nyeri, Kenya · Washed
This coffee features bright acidity and complex fruit-forward characteristics typical of the Nyeri region.
Original roaster or listing source US Brand Directory
Dallas, Texas · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Cultivar Coffee
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsCultivar CoffeeTexas coffee roastersPeruMexicoEthiopiaGuatemalaCosta RicaKenyaIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
Visit Cultivar Coffee's site Cultivar Coffee is a Dallas-based specialty micro-roaster and cafe that treats coffee as an agricultural craft. Founded by two former baristas, the company prioritizes scientific precision in its roasting and brewing processes to highlight the unique characteristics of single-origin beans. They operate as a roaster-first business, supplying wholesale partners and serving the local community through their neighborhood coffee bars.
Ownership
Cultivar Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Jonathan Meadows and Nathan Shelton.
Founded
2009
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Cultivar is known for its commitment to the third-wave specialty coffee movement, focusing on precise, house-roasted single-origin coffees and small-batch blends. They are recognized for their scientific approach to roast development and brewing, as well as their role as a foundational specialty roaster in the Dallas coffee scene.
Sourcing countries
Peru · Mexico · Ethiopia · Guatemala · Costa Rica · Kenya
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources coffee from various global origins and emphasizes partnerships with importers who support agronomy and processing training for farmers. While they highlight specific competition-winning lots, their general product descriptions typically focus on the origin, region, and processing method rather than consistently naming individual farms or producers for every offering.
Notable coffees
- — Mexico Rancho El Separo (Cup of Excellence Winner)
- — Yirguji
- — Elevation Seasonal Blend
- — Cream & Sugar Dark Roast
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Cultivar Coffee
These are examples recorded during editorial research. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.
Peru Yellow Gesha
Peru · Washed
A delicate and floral cup with notes of jasmine and stone fruit.
Original roaster or listing sourceGuatemala Finca La Florida #6 2025 COE Winner
Guatemala · Washed
A high-scoring competition coffee offering a balanced profile with sweet caramel and citrus undertones.
Original roaster or listing sourceEthiopia Sidamo Washed
Sidamo, Ethiopia · Washed
Classic Ethiopian profile with bright lemon acidity and floral aromatics.
Original roaster or listing sourceThreshold Espresso
Blend · Washed/Natural
A versatile espresso blend designed for balance, featuring chocolatey sweetness and a smooth finish.
Original roaster or listing sourceExternal customer, cafe, marketplace, and class ratings are not comparable measures of the quality of an individual coffee. We do not convert them into original tasting scores or brand-wide star ratings. Our independent reviews are published separately after a coffee has actually been brewed and evaluated.
Verify original product sources
Retailer information: Cultivar Coffee
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's own coffee shop located inside Goodfriend Package in East Dallas sells fresh bags of coffee.
Physical
Historical source note (not live inventory): Carries the brand's Cream & Sugar roast at select DFW locations.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website offers a full range of coffee beans, subscriptions, and wholesale options with worldwide shipping.
Website
I was able to verify the brand's own cafe, their online store, and a recent expansion into select Sam's Club locations in the Dallas-Fort Worth area; while the brand claims to be in over 300 grocery stores and cafes, specific retail partners beyond these were not explicitly listed on their website's store locator without user ZIP code input.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 26, 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
- https://www.cultivarcoffee.com/pages/store-locator
- https://www.cultivarcoffee.com/pages/cafe
- https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbOHwjqx64S
- https://www.cultivarcoffee.com/collections/coffee
- https://www.cultivarcoffee.mom/collections/coffee
- https://www.cultivarcoffee.mom/collections/all
- https://www.cultivarcoffee.com
- https://cultivarcoffee.com/pages/about
- https://www.cultivarcoffee.com/
- https://www.dallasobserver.com/food-drink/how-east-dallas-cultivar-coffee-came-to-be-and-where-its-headed-in-2015-7043806
- https://brewatlas.info/dallas/cafes/cultivar-coffee-roasting-co-dallas
- https://directory.dmagazine.com/restaurants/cultivar
- https://www.cultivarcoffee.com/pages/about
- https://www.dallasobserver.com/uncategorized/how-east-dallas-cultivar-coffee-cam
- https://www.facebook.com/cultivarcoffee/photos/a.10152452735893501/1015866581021
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-07. 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 emphasizes sustainability and transparency, I could not verify a comprehensive list of every farm or producer for their entire current catalog, as they often list coffees by region or specific lot names rather than farm names.