Kenya Karindundu
Kenya
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Daylily Coffee
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
Visit Daylily Coffee's site Daylily Coffee is a specialty roastery and cafe based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, founded in 2022 by Andrew Fritz and Ariana Vandersnick. The brand distinguishes itself as the only roaster in the state dedicated exclusively to light-roast specialty coffee. Operating out of a renovated bicycle shop, the business combines a technical, small-batch roasting approach with an in-house seasonal baking program. They prioritize direct relationships with producers and maintain a minimalist, intentional philosophy toward both their coffee and community presence.
Ownership
Daylily Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Andrew Fritz and Ariana Vandersnick.
Founded
2022
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its small-batch, light-roast specialty coffee and a focus on seasonal single-origin offerings. It is also recognized for its in-house baking program and clean, intentional cafe design.
Sourcing countries
Ethiopia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes working as closely as possible with coffee farmers and growers to ensure quality. They highlight specific washing stations or farm names, such as Mustefa Abakeno in Ethiopia, for their single-origin offerings.
Notable coffees
- — Ethiopia Mustefa Abakeno
- — El Descanso
- — Concepcion Buena Vista
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Daylily 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.
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: Daylily Coffee
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand operates a physical roastery and cafe located at 1010 E 8th St. Suite 100 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand sells its roasted coffee beans and subscription boxes directly to consumers through its official website.
Website
I was able to verify the brand's physical cafe location in Sioux Falls and its direct-to-consumer online store; no third-party retail partners or grocery distribution channels were identified in the provided search results.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Nov 1, 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 Daylily Coffee, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
2025-07-03 · Sioux Falls Argus Leader
Break-in leaves Daylily Coffee, In Flower with thousands in damages Daylily Coffee and a neighboring business were broken into on June 27, 2025, resulting in property damage and theft. While the shop experienced minor losses and remained operational, the incident highlights the challenges faced by small businesses in the downtown Sioux Falls area.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://daylily.coffee/collections/coffee
- https://daylily.coffee/products/roasters-choice-subscription
- https://www.sfsimplified.com/check-out-daylily-coffees-new-shop-and-espresso-blend/
- https://www.keloland.com/news/local-news/day-lily-coffee-brings-new-development-further-east-on-8th-street
- https://mycoffeeexplorer.com/shops/daylily-coffee-sioux-falls
- https://daylily.coffee/
- https://daylily.coffee/collections/all
- https://www.thewaytocoffee.com/roasters/daylily-coffee
- https://www.dakotarural.org/localfood/daylily-coffee
- https://www.instagram.com/daylilycoffee?hl=en
- https://daylily.coffee/pages/about-us
- https://dailycoffeenews.com/2024/02/13/with-roasting-and-baking-daylily-coffee-bursts-forth-in-sioux-falls
- https://wanderlog.com/place/details/10428998/daylily-coffee
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/544431642871965/posts/1652581938723591
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-03. 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 expresses a general commitment to community and ethical practices, no specific, verifiable philanthropic programs or charitable donation percentages were found in public documentation.