the Morning Blend
Various single origin coffees
This smooth, medium roast blend features notes of chocolate and honey.
Original roaster or listing source US Brand Directory
Thiensville, Wisconsin, Wisconsin · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Fiddleheads Coffee Roasters
Owned by FairWave Specialty Coffee CollectiveRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsFiddleheads Coffee RoastersWisconsin coffee roastersMexicoIndonesiaOwned by FairWave Specialty Coffee CollectiveRoasts in-house
Visit Fiddleheads Coffee Roasters's site Fiddleheads Coffee Roasters is a Wisconsin-based specialty coffee company that operates a network of cafes, an artisan bakery, and a small-batch roasting facility. Founded in 1996, the company emphasizes community connection and quality control through in-house cupping and roasting practices, having refined its technical approach under the guidance of industry expert Willem Boot. Following its 2026 acquisition by FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective, the brand continues to serve the Greater Milwaukee area with a focus on fresh, daily-made food and premium coffee. The company maintains a strong local identity, often integrating its cafe spaces with the regional arts scene.
Corporate ownership disclosure
Fiddleheads Coffee Roasters is owned by FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective
Fiddleheads was acquired by FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective in January 2026. FairWave is a shared-services collective backed by the private equity firm Great Range Capital.
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 2026-10-06.
See every brand in this owner's portfolio →Ownership
Fiddleheads was acquired by FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective in January 2026. FairWave is a shared-services collective backed by the private equity firm Great Range Capital.
Founded
1996
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Fiddleheads is known for its long-standing presence in the Milwaukee area as a family-founded roastery and cafe chain that integrates an artisan bakery with its coffee operations.
Sourcing countries
Mexico · Indonesia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand states they hand-select green beans from farms across the globe, but they do not consistently publish specific farm or producer names on their public-facing website. Their current offerings include a mix of single-origin coffees and signature blends.
Notable coffees
- — Bali Kintamani Natural
- — Decaf Mexico
- — Morning Blend
- — Breakfast Blend
- — Decaf Espresso
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Fiddleheads Coffee Roasters
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.
Espresso Blend
Various single origin coffees
This medium roast features a full body and bright acidity with notes of caramelized sugar, toasted marshmallow, and lemon zest.
Original roaster or listing sourceHouse Blend
Various single origin coffees
A master-selected blend of single origin coffees designed to create a unique flavor profile.
Original roaster or listing sourceBreakfast Blend
A balanced blend crafted for a morning cup.
Original roaster or listing sourceEthiopia
Ethiopia
A single origin offering from Ethiopia.
Original roaster or listing sourceExternal 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: Fiddleheads Coffee Roasters
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): Operates 8 physical cafe locations across the Greater Milwaukee area where they sell their roasted coffee beans.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells a variety of single-origin coffees and custom blends directly to consumers.
Website
Historical source note (not live inventory): Offers a recurring delivery service for coffee beans with a 20% discount for subscribers.
Website
I verified that Fiddleheads Coffee Roasters operates multiple physical cafe locations in Wisconsin and maintains a direct-to-consumer online store and subscription service; however, no third-party grocery or retail partners were identified in the search results.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 28, 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 Fiddleheads Coffee Roasters, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
2026-01-20 · Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
New owner FairWave plans no major changes to Fiddleheads coffee shops Following the acquisition of Fiddleheads Coffee Roasters, FairWave leadership stated that the brand will continue to operate independently while sharing resources within the collective. The company also noted it is open to discussions regarding potential unionization efforts by employees, following similar trends in the local Milwaukee coffee market.
2026-01-05 · Daily Coffee News
FairWave Acquires Milwaukee’s Fiddleheads Coffee FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective has acquired the Wisconsin-based roaster-retailer Fiddleheads Coffee, adding the brand to its growing portfolio of specialty coffee companies. The acquisition marks the 12th brand to join the collective, which also owns Milwaukee's Anodyne Coffee Roasting Company.
2026-01-02 · WUWM 89.7 FM
Wisconsin-based Fiddleheads Coffee acquired by FairWave, current owner of Anodyne FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective has acquired Fiddleheads Coffee, a family-owned roastery with eight locations in the Milwaukee area. Under the new ownership, FairWave plans to consolidate roasting operations at its other Milwaukee brand, Anodyne, while transitioning Fiddleheads locations to serve as bakery hubs.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://fiddleheadscoffee.com/cedarburg/
- https://fiddleheadscoffee.com/grafton/
- https://fiddleheadscoffee.com/subscription/
- https://fiddleheadscoffee.com/the-morning-blend/
- https://urbanmilwaukee.com/pressrelease/fiddleheads-coffee-embraces-new-ownership-local-legacy-lives-on
- https://fiddleheadscoffee.com/news/fiddleheads-now-in-shorewood
- https://fiddleheadscoffee.com
- https://fiddleheadscoffee.com/coffees
- https://fiddleheadscoffee.com/coffees/blends
- https://fiddleheadscoffee.com/the-morning-blend
- https://fiddleheadscoffee.com/espresso-blend
- https://fiddleheadscoffee.com/house-blend
- https://m.yelp.com/biz/fiddleheads-coffee-cedarburg
- https://www.jsonline.com/story/money/business/2026/01/07/what-to-know-about-fairwave-new-owner-of-fiddleheads-coffee/88030814007
- http://dailycoffeenews.com/2026/01/05/fairwave-acquires-milwaukees-fiddleheads-coffee
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-06. 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 specific sourcing countries or active philanthropy programs, as the brand's website provides general statements about quality and community connection without listing concrete partnerships or origin details.