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Dakota Coffee

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Dakota Coffee; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsDakota CoffeeAlabama coffee roastersIndependentRoasts in-house
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Dakota Coffee Works was established in 1995 by Ron and Tana Mcghee, beginning operations in an industrial park in Dothan, Alabama. The company roasts its coffee locally, utilizing high-altitude grown Arabica beans sourced from around the world. It is documented for its long-standing presence in the Wiregrass region, where it operates multiple cafe locations that serve as community gathering spaces. Beyond its roasting operations, the brand is known for offering a diverse menu that includes flavored coffees, signature blends, and light-fare food items like pastries and sandwiches.

Ownership
Dakota Coffee Works is an independent, family-founded business established by Ron and Tana Mcghee.
Founded
1995
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for being a long-standing local coffee institution in Alabama, offering a variety of coffee options including flavored blends and single-origin beans alongside a light-fare cafe menu.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand offers a variety of coffee options including single-origin beans and blends. However, they do not publicly disclose specific farm, farmer, or washing station details for their offerings.
Notable coffees
  • — Ethiopian
  • — Dakota Straight Coffee
  • — Southern Pecan
  • — Bourbon Pecan Decaf
  • — Snickeroo Decaf
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Dakota Coffee, 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 2026-10-27. 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. I could not verify the specific sourcing countries or farm-level details as the brand's website does not provide transparency reports or origin information.

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