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French Settlement Roasting Co

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for French Settlement Roasting Co; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsFrench Settlement Roasting CoLouisiana coffee roastersNicaraguaColombiaBrazilIndependentRoasts in-house
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French Settlement Roasting Co is a Louisiana-based, veteran and woman-owned coffee company that specializes in small-batch, organic, specialty-grade coffee. Founded by Billy and Shannon LaGrange, the business has grown from a home-based operation into a full-scale roastery that supplies local grocery stores, cafes, and its own mobile coffee truck, Espresso Geaux. They are deeply integrated into the local community and serve as the official coffee of Livingston Parish.

Ownership
The company is independent and family-owned, founded and operated by Billy and Shannon LaGrange.
Founded
2015
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Being the official coffee of Livingston Parish, Louisiana, and for their veteran-owned, small-batch, organic specialty-grade coffee roasting operations.
Sourcing countries
Nicaragua · Colombia · Brazil
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes sourcing organic, specialty-grade beans from small farms globally, including direct trade relationships in Nicaragua. While they highlight specific origins like Colombia and Brazil, they do not consistently publish the names of individual farms or producers for their offerings.
Notable coffees
  • — Bloody Angola
  • — Jet Fuel
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about French Settlement Roasting Co, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-09-04 · Baton Rouge Business Report
French Settlement Roasting Co. grows from side hustle to store shelves

Founded in 2022 by Billy and Shannon LaGrange, the Holden-based roastery has expanded its retail footprint to approximately 20 stores across Ascension and Livingston parishes. The coverage highlights the company's growth from a home-based hobby using a popcorn machine to a commercial operation.

2026-02-19 · What Now New Orleans
French Settlement Roasting Co. to Expand on Denham Springs

French Settlement Roasting Co. is expanding its physical presence with a new location in Denham Springs at 535 Florida Ave. The expansion is a collaboration with the existing restaurant Yellow Brick House, following the company's plans to open its first dedicated cafe in Maurepas.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-21. 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 and organic sourcing, specific farm names or producer details are not publicly documented on their website or in available press coverage.

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