Chiapas, Mexico
Chiapas, Mexico
The roaster does not provide specific tasting notes for this coffee on their website.
Original roaster or listing source US Brand Directory
Hendersonville, North Carolina · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Independent Bean Roasters
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsIndependent Bean RoastersNorth Carolina coffee roastersMexicoIndonesiaIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
Visit Independent Bean Roasters's site Independent Bean Roasters is a craft coffee roaster based in Hendersonville, North Carolina, dedicated to the art of roasting single-origin beans. Founded in 2017 by Matthew Hickman and Lisa Hoffman, the roastery operates out of a historic former barbershop in the 7th Avenue District. The brand emphasizes a "farm to mug" philosophy, prioritizing freshness by roasting weekly and exclusively selling whole bean coffee to ensure quality. They maintain a strong connection to their local community through their sister business, the Underground Baking Company, and focus on highlighting the unique flavor profiles of their selectively sourced beans through pour-over and espresso preparations.
Ownership
Independent Bean Roasters is an independent, family-owned business founded by Matthew Hickman and Lisa Hoffman, who also own the nearby Underground Baking Company.
Founded
2017
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its focus on single-origin, craft-roasted coffee and its "farm to mug" philosophy. It operates out of a historic storefront in Hendersonville's 7th Avenue District.
Sourcing countries
Mexico · Indonesia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources its coffee from farmers and cooperatives globally, focusing on single-origin offerings. While they emphasize a "farm to mug" mission, they currently list coffees by country or region rather than naming specific farms or producers on their public shop page.
Notable coffees
- — Chiapas, Mexico
- — Sumatra, Indonesia
- — Decaf Mexico
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Independent Bean Roasters
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.
Sumatra, Indonesia
Sumatra, Indonesia
The roaster does not provide specific tasting notes for this coffee on their website.
Original roaster or listing sourceDecaf Mexico
Mexico
The roaster does not provide specific tasting notes for this coffee on their website.
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: Independent Bean Roasters
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand operates a physical tasting room and roasting operation in Hendersonville, NC, where they sell whole bean coffee.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand sells its single-origin whole bean coffee directly to consumers through its official website.
Website
I was able to verify that the brand sells its coffee exclusively through its own physical tasting room in Hendersonville and its official online store; no third-party retail partners were identified.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 24, 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://independentroasters.com/the-brick-and-mortar
- https://independentroasters.com/shop-coffee
- https://visithendersonvillenc.org/businesses/independent-beans
- https://independentroasters.com/
- https://independentroasters.com/about-header
- https://independentroasters.com/our-mission
- https://independentroasters.com/about-founders
- https://independentroasters.com/restaurant
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 emphasizes conscious sourcing and supporting coffee-growing communities, no specific, verifiable philanthropy programs or charitable partnerships were found on their website or in public records.