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Highliner Coffee

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Highliner Coffee; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsHighliner CoffeeAlaska coffee roastersIndependentRoasts in-house
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Highliner Coffee is an independent roaster based in Sitka, Alaska, that has been roasting coffee since 1994. The business began as a small roadside cart before expanding into a cafe and a roast-to-order operation. The company is documented for its connection to local maritime culture, taking its name from the term for elite commercial fishermen. Their roastery is known for using small-batch techniques to produce clean, full-bodied coffee profiles.

Ownership
Highliner Coffee is an independent, woman-owned business. It was recently sold by long-time owners Melissa and Perry Broschat to new owner Sherri Blankenship.
Founded
1994
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Serving as a community gathering spot in Sitka, Alaska, and for its signature Highliner Latte and fresh-roasted coffee.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer names for its coffee offerings. They describe their coffee as carefully blended and roasted in-house using an air bed roaster.
Notable coffees
  • — Brazil
  • — El Salvador
  • — Panama
  • — Tanzania
In the news

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

2026-09-24 · KCAW
Sitka Assembly asked to weigh in on remaining beer and wine license

Highliner Coffee owner Sherri Blankenship testified before the Sitka Assembly regarding the business's application for a restaurant liquor license. The owner stated that the license is necessary to expand business operations and support staff employment.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-18. 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 confirms they roast their own coffee using an air bed roaster, they do not provide specific details regarding the origin countries or sourcing practices of their beans on their public platforms.

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