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Dr. Bean's Coffee & Tea

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Dr. Bean's Coffee & Tea; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsDr. Bean's Coffee & TeaMississippi coffee roastersEthiopiaDominican RepublicMexicoPanamaIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Dr. Bean's Coffee & Tea is a Memphis-based specialty roaster and cafe that combines a scientific methodology with a focus on high-quality sourcing. Founded by an emergency room doctor, the brand operates both a retail presence and a wholesale business, emphasizing precision in every roast. They are recognized for their dedication to the craft of coffee and their role in the local Memphis specialty coffee scene.

Ownership
The company is independent and owned by Dr. Albert Bean, an emergency room physician who founded the business.
Founded
2017
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Dr. Bean's is known for its scientific approach to roasting and its commitment to sourcing high-quality specialty beans, often highlighted by its signature vanilla latte and seasonal specialty drinks.
Sourcing countries
Ethiopia · Dominican Republic · Mexico · Panama
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes visiting coffee plantations and researching origins to select beans. While they identify specific regions and processing methods for their single-origin offerings, they do not consistently publish the names of individual farms or farmers for all products.
Notable coffees
  • — Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Beloya
  • — Dominican Republic Washed Peaberry
  • — Swiss Water Decaf (Mexico blend)
  • — Chimera
  • — Vector
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Dr. Bean's Coffee & Tea, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-06-09 · Daily Memphian
Dr. Bean’s Coffee opening new location in Arlington

Memphis-based roaster Dr. Bean's Coffee & Tea announced plans to open a second location in Arlington, Tennessee, by late summer or early fall. The new shop will occupy the former space of Ethnos Coffee Roasters on Chaffee Road.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-24. 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's founding year is not explicitly stated on their website, social media posts indicate they have been operating for approximately seven years as of 2024, placing the founding around 2017.

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