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Raleigh, North Carolina · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Larry's Coffee
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
Visit Larry's Coffee's site Larry's Coffee is a Raleigh-based roaster that has served as a community hub and sustainability leader since 1992. The company operates a unique, eco-friendly roastery and maintains a strong focus on ethical sourcing through its membership in Cooperative Coffees. They offer a wide range of organic and fair-trade certified coffees, including various blends and convenient recyclable pods.
Ownership
Larry's Coffee is an independent, family-owned business. It was recently transitioned to new owners, Jessie and Sandro, who continue to operate the company with its original focus on sustainability and community.
Founded
1992
Roasting
Roasts its own coffee.
What it's known for
Larry's Coffee is widely recognized as a pioneer in the North Carolina specialty coffee scene, specifically for its long-standing commitment to organic, fair-trade, and shade-grown coffee. It is also noted for its status as a certified B-Corporation and its environmentally conscious roastery operations.
Sourcing countries
El Salvador · Costa Rica
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources its coffee through Cooperative Coffees, an importer-roaster cooperative that focuses on fair trade and organic practices. While they provide information on the regions and cooperatives involved, they generally market their offerings as blends rather than highlighting specific individual farm names on their primary product pages.
Notable coffees
- — Larry's House Blend
- — Bad Kitty Blend
- — Secret Espresso
- — El Salvador Dali Blend
- — Mightier Mocha Java
- — Costa Little Ricky Blend
Bags we've traced from this brand
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Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-29. It is not a review: we have not tasted this brand's coffee. Ownership, roasting and sourcing claims belong to the brand and its published materials. While the brand emphasizes its commitment to fair trade and organic sourcing, specific farm-level details for their current seasonal offerings are not explicitly listed on their public-facing product pages.