Kenya Windrush
Windrush Estate, Kiambu, Kenya · Washed
A bold, bright coffee with notes of chocolate, spice, and hints of vanilla.
Original roaster or listing source US Brand Directory
Indianapolis, Indiana · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Hubbard & Cravens Coffee and Tea
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsHubbard & Cravens Coffee and TeaIndiana coffee roastersEl SalvadorIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
Visit Hubbard & Cravens Coffee and Tea's site Hubbard & Cravens is a specialty coffee roaster based in Indianapolis that has been sourcing and roasting high-quality arabica coffees since 1991. The company focuses on providing a curated selection of single-origin coffees and hand-crafted blends to both local retail customers and national wholesale accounts. They are committed to maintaining quality and transparency throughout their supply chain by fostering direct relationships with coffee growers.
Ownership
Hubbard & Cravens is an independent, family-founded business established by Rick Hubbard and Jerry Cravens. It continues to operate as a private entity with leadership roles held by the founding family.
Founded
1991
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Hubbard & Cravens is known as a long-standing Indianapolis institution that provides high-quality, small-batch roasted specialty coffees and premium teas to both retail customers and high-end hospitality partners.
Sourcing countries
El Salvador
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes building relationships with both small-scale and large-scale farmers to maintain supply chain sustainability. While they highlight the human element behind their coffee, their public-facing website generally lists coffees by origin or region rather than consistently naming specific farms or producers for every offering.
Notable coffees
- — El Salvador Bourbon Natural
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Hubbard & Cravens Coffee and Tea
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.
Kenya Gachatha
Nyeri, Kenya · Washed
Expect a cup with notes of jasmine, grapefruit, and sweet peach accompanied by a medium body and mild, tangerine acidity.
Original roaster or listing sourceSumatra Wahana Rasuna Natural
Wahana Estate, Sidikalang-Dairi, Indonesia · Natural
Expect notes of cherry, butter, and milk chocolate accompanied by a medium body and mild citrus acidity.
Original roaster or listing sourceEl Salvador Bourbon Natural
Finca Los Azacuanes, Ataco, El Salvador · Natural
Expect notes of orange, stone fruit, and milk chocolate accompanied by a medium body and a balanced apricot acidity.
Original roaster or listing sourceEthiopia Ardi
Sidama, Ethiopia · Fully Washed
Expect notes of apricot and berries paired with a full body and bright acidity.
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: Hubbard & Cravens Coffee and Tea
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): Physical cafe location in Indianapolis serving and selling coffee and tea products.
Physical
Historical source note (not live inventory): Physical cafe location in Indianapolis serving and selling coffee and tea products.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website offers a full range of coffee, tea, and merchandise for direct purchase.
Website
I was able to verify the brand's two physical cafe locations in Indianapolis and their official e-commerce platform; while the brand mentions supplying restaurants and hotels, no specific third-party retail partners were publicly listed or verifiable.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 15, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
In the news
Recent news and media coverage about Hubbard & Cravens Coffee and Tea, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
2026-10-14 · Daily Coffee News
Niyyah Coffee Brings a Deaf-Owned Cafe to Indianapolis The newly opened Niyyah Coffee cafe in Indianapolis features a cold brew program that utilizes coffee supplied by local roaster Hubbard & Cravens Coffee and Tea. This partnership highlights the continued presence of the long-standing Indianapolis roaster within the city's evolving specialty coffee landscape.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://hubbardandcravens.com/shop/coffee/
- https://hubbardandcravens.com/shop/kenya-windrush-aa/
- https://hubbardandcravens.com/shop/kenya-gachatha/
- https://hubbardandcravens.com/shop/sumatra-wahana-rasuna/
- https://hubbardandcravens.com/shop/el-salvador-bourbon-natural/
- https://hubbardandcravens.com/shop/ethiopia-ardi/
- http://hubbardandcravens.com/locations
- https://hubbardandcravens.com/offerings/coffee
- http://hubbardandcravens.com/about
- https://hubbardandcravens.com/
- https://hubbardandcravens.com/shop/sumatra-azalea-honey
- https://hubbardandcravens.com/shop/morning-sky-blend/
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-30. 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 its commitment to sustainability and farmer relationships, no specific, verifiable philanthropic programs or charitable partnerships were found in public documentation.