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Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company

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IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsGreat Lakes Coffee Roasting CompanyMichigan coffee roastersBrazilEthiopiaColombiaGuatemalaPeruSumatraIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company is a long-standing Detroit-based roaster dedicated to direct-trade sourcing and small-batch craftsmanship. They operate both as a wholesale supplier and a retail presence, emphasizing the connection between global coffee origins and the local Detroit community. Their approach combines rigorous quality control with a commitment to sustainable and ethical farming partnerships.

Ownership
The company is independent and family-owned, founded by Greg Miracle and rooted in Detroit.
Founded
1994
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Pioneering the Detroit specialty coffee movement with a focus on direct-trade relationships, sustainable roasting practices, and community-focused coffee culture.
Sourcing countries
Brazil · Ethiopia · Colombia · Guatemala · Peru · Sumatra
Farm-level sourcing
The brand maintains direct-trade relationships with farmers and co-ops, visiting farms twice annually to ensure quality and ethical standards. While they provide specific details on regions and some washing stations, their public-facing product descriptions often focus on regional blends rather than individual farm-level traceability for every offering.
Notable coffees
  • — Mackinac Island Blend (Brazil, Ethiopia, Colombia, Guatemala)
  • — Yirgacheffe Natural (Boji Wash Station)
  • — House Decaf
  • — French Roast
  • — Peru
  • — Sumatra
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-25. 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-trade relationships and farm visits, they do not consistently publish the specific names of every farm or producer for their entire current product catalog.

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