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Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsFinger Lakes Coffee RoastersNew York coffee roastersCosta RicaKenyaColombiaHawaiiPeruIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters is a regional coffee company based in Victor, New York, that has been roasting coffee for over 25 years. They provide a wide range of blends, single-origin coffees, and flavored roasts to both retail customers and wholesale partners including universities and restaurants. The company is deeply rooted in the Finger Lakes region, often naming its products after local landmarks.

Ownership
The company was founded by Larry Werges and Bob Cowdery and operated independently for 27 years. In April 2024, it was acquired by a local, family-oriented investment group led by CEO Gary Andalora.
Founded
1996
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
A prominent regional roaster in Western and Central New York known for its signature blends named after local lakes, such as the Canandaigua and Seneca blends, and its long-standing wholesale service to local institutions.
Sourcing countries
Costa Rica · Kenya · Colombia · Hawaii · Peru
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources Arabica beans from various global regions but does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer names. They emphasize a commitment to Fair Trade and Organic certifications to ensure ethical sourcing practices.
Notable coffees
  • — Canandaigua Blend
  • — Seneca Blend
  • — Lake Blend
  • — Finger Lakes Espresso
  • — Jamaican Me Crazy
  • — Colombian Supremo
Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-11-03. 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 provides general information about sourcing regions and certifications, it does not publish specific farm or farmer names for its single-origin offerings.

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