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Cuvee Coffee

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Cuvee Coffee; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsCuvee CoffeeTexas coffee roastersColombiaIndependentRoasts in-house
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Cuvée Coffee is a long-standing specialty roaster based in the Texas Hill Country that has been instrumental in shaping the Austin coffee scene since 1998. The company focuses on precision roasting and direct trade relationships to provide high-quality single origins and signature espresso blends. Beyond roasting, they are known for their technical expertise in brewing equipment and their pioneering work in the nitro cold brew market.

Ownership
Cuvée Coffee is an independent, privately held company founded by Mike McKim.
Founded
1998
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Cuvée is widely recognized as a pioneer of the Texas third-wave coffee movement and for its early adoption and innovation in nitro cold brew technology.
Sourcing countries
Colombia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand utilizes a direct trade model and emphasizes relationships with growers and producers globally. While they highlight their commitment to ethical sourcing and direct trade, they do not consistently publish specific farm or producer names for their current retail offerings on their website.
Notable coffees
  • — Stella Cometa
  • — Karmadillo
  • — Emporium
  • — Colombia
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Cuvee 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.

Stella Cometa

Central and South America · Washed and honeyed

This espresso blend features notes of hazelnut and caramel with a touch of acidity.

Original roaster or listing source

External 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: Cuvee Coffee

Documented physical retailers
Cuvée Coffee at The Code
Historical source note (not live inventory): Physical cafe location in South Austin serving coffee, cocktails, wine, and beer.
Physical
Cuvée Coffee at Natiivo
Historical source note (not live inventory): Physical cafe location in Austin serving coffee, cocktails, wine, and beer.
Physical
Whole Foods Market
Historical source note (not live inventory): Carries the brand's whole bean coffee bags in the coffee aisle.
Physical
Documented online sources
Cuvee Coffee's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website selling whole bean coffee and brewing equipment.
Website
Amazon
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells various whole bean coffee products from the brand with Prime shipping options.
Website
Instacart
Historical source note (not live inventory): Provides delivery or pickup options for the brand's coffee from local retailers.
Website

I was able to verify the brand's own physical cafes in Austin, their presence in Whole Foods Market, and their availability on major e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Instacart; however, specific regional grocery partners beyond Whole Foods were not explicitly listed.

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.
In the news

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

2026-08-20 · Daily Coffee News
Cuvée Coffee Opens Coffee-to-Cocktail Flagship in Austin

Cuvée Coffee has opened a new flagship location in Austin called The Code, featuring a vintage-inspired design that integrates coffee and cocktail service. This opening follows the closure of the brand's East Sixth Street location in May 2024 due to rising rent.

2024-10-24 · QSR Magazine
Tacodeli Forges Partnership with Cuvée Coffee

Austin-based taquería chain Tacodeli partnered with Cuvée Coffee to offer a promotional campaign where customers received a free coffee with any purchase between October 28 and November 11, 2024. The collaboration highlights the shared Austin roots of both brands.

Sources used in this deep dive
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 direct trade and global sourcing, specific farm names and current country-of-origin lists are not explicitly detailed on their public-facing website.

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