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Kindred Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Kindred Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsKindred Coffee RoastersIllinois coffee roastersPapua New GuineaIndependentRoasts in-house
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Kindred Coffee Roasters began in the winter of 2013 as an online coffee venture founded by Sarah and Patrick Harms and Ryan Hammer. The company operates a roastery and cafe located in a renovated building in downtown West Chicago, Illinois, which opened to the public in January 2018. The business is documented for its commitment to equitably sourced coffee and its role as a community-focused space that hosts local gatherings. The roastery maintains a rotating selection of global coffees and emphasizes a welcoming, inclusive environment for its customers.

Ownership
Kindred Coffee Roasters is an independent, family-owned business founded by Sarah and Patrick Harms and Ryan Hammer.
Founded
2013
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its community-focused coffee shop in West Chicago and its commitment to equitably sourced, small-batch roasted coffees.
Sourcing countries
Papua New Guinea
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes equitably sourced coffees from around the world but does not consistently publish specific farm or producer names on its public-facing website. Their current offerings include a mix of single-origin selections.
Notable coffees
  • — Mexico Mt Alban
  • — Papua New Guinea Peaberry
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Kindred Coffee Roasters, 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 2026-10-19. 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 mentions sourcing coffees from around the world, specific details regarding the names of farms or washing stations for their current inventory are not publicly disclosed on their website.

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