Buddy Walk Coffee
South America
This is a blend of two South American beans.
Original roaster or listing source US Brand Directory
York, South Carolina, South Carolina · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Furnace Hills Coffee
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsFurnace Hills CoffeeSouth Carolina coffee roastersEthiopiaHondurasIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
Visit Furnace Hills Coffee's site Furnace Hills Coffee is a specialty roastery dedicated to social impact through the employment of individuals with developmental disabilities. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on producing high-quality, equitably sourced coffee while fostering community and inclusivity. They operate both retail and wholesale channels, shipping freshly roasted beans directly to customers.
Ownership
Furnace Hills Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Dave Baldwin to provide employment opportunities for his daughter, Erin, and other individuals with developmental disabilities.
Founded
2010
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is widely recognized for its mission-driven model of hiring and training individuals with developmental disabilities to roast and serve specialty coffee.
Sourcing countries
Ethiopia · Honduras
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources coffee from various global regions, including Ethiopia and Honduras, but does not consistently publish specific farm or producer names. They emphasize working with farmers they trust to ensure sustainable and environmentally friendly practices.
Notable coffees
- — Buddy Walk Blend
- — Buddy Walk
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Furnace Hills Coffee
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.
Ethiopian Roast
Ethiopia
A specialty roast sourced from the regions of Ethiopia.
Original roaster or listing sourceSoldiers Blend
A signature blend offered by the roastery.
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: Furnace Hills Coffee
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells a variety of roasted coffee blends directly to consumers with flat-rate shipping.
Website
I was able to verify that the brand operates an online store via Square, but I could not find evidence of the brand currently selling its coffee in any physical retail stores or third-party online marketplaces. While historical records mention a physical location in Westminster, MD, recent business listings suggest the company has relocated to York, SC, and primarily operates through its own website.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Nov 3, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://furnacehillscoffee.com/
- https://furnace-hills-coffee-company-211117.square.site/
- https://www.baltimoresun.com/2019/10/21/furnace-hills-coffee-in-westminster-serves-special-coffee-roasted-by-special-people-raises-funds-for-down-syndrome
- https://www.bbb.org/us/md/westminster/profile/coffee-and-tea/furnace-hills-coffee-co-0011-90214305
- https://furnace-hills-coffee-company-211117.square.site/s/shop
- https://www.facebook.com/furnacehillscoffee
- https://www.baltimoreSun.com/2019/10/21/furnace-hills-coffee-in-westminster-serves-special-coffee-roasted-by-special-people-raises-funds-for-down-syndrome
- https://furnacehillscoffee.org/
- https://www.datanyze.com/companies/furnace-hills-coffee/358917684
- https://furnacehillscoffee.org/about
- https://linkedin.com/in/david-baldwin-50bb834
- https://rocketreach.co/furnace-hills-coffee-company-profile_b4686136fc5c9971
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-05. 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 sourcing from various regions, I could not verify a comprehensive list of all current sourcing countries beyond Ethiopia and Honduras, nor could I confirm if they currently maintain a physical location in Maryland in addition to their South Carolina operations.