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Des Moines, Iowa · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Iowa Coffee Company
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
Visit Iowa Coffee Company's site Iowa Coffee Company is a small-batch roaster based in Des Moines that has been operating since 1991. The company roasts coffee to order to ensure freshness, typically shipping products within 24 hours of the roasting process. They are documented for their commitment to a waste not, want not philosophy, which includes composting used coffee grounds and utilizing biodegradable packaging. The business maintains a physical location on Douglas Avenue where they serve coffee to the local community.
Ownership
The company is an independent, family-operated business founded by Tom Sibbernsen.
Founded
1991
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its long-standing history as a small-batch roaster in Des Moines and its commitment to a 'waste not, want not' sustainability philosophy.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer names on its website. It focuses on small-batch roasting and fresh delivery rather than detailed origin transparency.
Notable coffees
- — Breakfast Blend
- — French Roast
- — Sumatra Mandheling
- — Ethiopian Yirgacheffe
Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-23. 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. I could not verify the specific countries of origin or notable coffee offerings as the brand's website does not provide detailed product descriptions or sourcing information.