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Gotham Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Gotham Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsGotham Coffee RoastersNew York coffee roastersColombiaBrazilNicaraguaMexicoIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
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Gotham Coffee Roasters is a New York City-based specialty coffee roaster that operates out of the Pulley Collective in Red Hook, Brooklyn. Founded by industry veteran Chris Calkins, the company focuses on seasonal, high-quality coffee and provides extensive wholesale consulting services to the local cafe community. Their approach combines decades of technical roasting expertise with a commitment to transparent, relationship-based sourcing.

Ownership
Gotham Coffee Roasters is an independent company founded and owned by coffee industry veteran Chris Calkins.
Founded
2013
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its deep industry lineage, as founder Chris Calkins was mentored by Alfred Peet and worked with the original Starbucks team. They are recognized for their minimalist aesthetic, high-quality small-batch roasting, and a strong focus on wholesale consulting and mentorship for other NYC cafes.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Brazil · Nicaragua · Mexico
Farm-level sourcing
Gotham Coffee Roasters emphasizes seasonal sourcing and direct relationships with producers. They feature specific single-origin coffees from named farms and washing stations, while also utilizing carefully constructed blends that support fixed-price buying models.
Notable coffees
  • — Finca El Nogal (Colombia)
  • — Finca un Regalo de Dios (Nicaragua)
  • — Brooklyn Blend
  • — Red Hook Espresso
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 emphasizes direct relationships and names specific farms for many of its single-origin offerings, it does not consistently publish the names of every individual farmer for all components of its year-round blends.

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