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Dilworth Coffee

Owned by Stockton Graham & Co.Roasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level

TagsDilworth Coffee North Carolina coffee roasters Honduras Kenya Owned by Stockton Graham & Co.Origin / region level Roasts in-house

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Dilworth Coffee is a long-standing American coffee brand that transitioned from a local Charlotte coffee house to a national wholesale roaster and training provider. Now based in Raleigh, the company focuses on supporting independent coffee businesses through equipment, training, and a diverse range of roasted coffee products. They maintain a commitment to social responsibility and sustainable sourcing practices while operating under the Stockton Graham & Co. umbrella.

Corporate ownership disclosure

Dilworth Coffee is owned by Stockton Graham & Co.

Dilworth Coffee was acquired by Raleigh-based roaster Stockton Graham & Co. in stages, with the wholesale roasting operations purchased in 2010 and the brand and retail licensing rights acquired in 2016. Following the acquisition, the brand underwent a significant refresh, including a new logo, updated packaging, and a shift toward a broader national wholesale and training-focused business model.

Ultimate owner: a mid-size coffee group

Ownership is disclosed when documented. Corporate parents can shape sourcing and independence claims. Public sources were researched as of 2026-11-04.

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Ownership

Founded

1989

Roasting

Reported to roast in-house (also names Stockton Graham & Co. as a partner).

What it's known for

Dilworth Coffee is recognized as a historic Charlotte specialty coffee pioneer that has evolved into a comprehensive wholesale provider and training resource for cafes nationwide. It is well-regarded for its 'Stubbornly Agreeable' service philosophy and its long-standing role in supporting the growth of independent coffee shops.

Sourcing countries

Honduras · Kenya

Farm-level sourcing

The brand sources 100% Arabica beans from various international regions, often highlighting specific countries or high-altitude growing areas. While they emphasize direct trade relationships in places like Honduras and mention working with fair-trade brokers and co-ops, they generally do not publish specific farm or producer names for their entire catalog, which includes a wide variety of blends and flavored coffees.

Notable coffees

— Smooth Moves (Medium Roast Blend)
— Groovin' (South American Blend)
— Kenya (Single Origin)

Sources used in this deep dive

Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-11-04. 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 mentions direct trade relationships in Honduras, specific names of individual farms or producers are not consistently listed in their public product catalog.

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