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Madison, Wisconsin · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Ledger Coffee
Ownership unverifiedRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsLedger CoffeeWisconsin coffee roastersGuatemalaCosta RicaIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
Visit Ledger Coffee's site Ledger Coffee Roasters is a Madison-based micro-roastery and cafe that prioritizes quality and consistency through small-batch roasting. Founded by Richard Wirsta, the company operates out of the historic Garver Feed Mill and is expanding its footprint in the local specialty coffee scene. They focus on providing a clean, approachable menu of espresso-based drinks and thoughtfully selected single-origin drip coffees.
Ownership
Ledger Coffee Roasters is an independent, family-owned business founded and operated by Richard Wirsta.
Founded
2019
Roasting
Roasts its own coffee.
What it's known for
Ledger is known for its small-batch, ethically sourced coffee and a back-to-basics approach to roasting that emphasizes clarity and balance. The brand is recognized for its presence in the historic Garver Feed Mill and its focus on high-grade, light-to-medium roast profiles.
Sourcing countries
Guatemala · Costa Rica
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources its green coffee through importers like Cafe Imports. They offer single-origin coffees, such as their 'People's Champ' Guatemala, but do not consistently publish specific farm or producer names for their current offerings.
Notable coffees
- — People's Champ (Guatemala)
- — Costa Rica Las Lajas
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://ledgercoffee.com/about
- https://ledgercoffee.com/
- https://dailycoffeenews.com/2020/01/31/ledger-coffee-roasters-balances-old-and-new-in-madison-wisconsin
- https://captimes.com/food-drink/madison-roaster-ledger-coffee-plans-a-new-cafe-on-winnebago-street/article_499f1743-0924-4cd8-a77b-6acd85d09763
- https://tastinggrounds.com/roaster/f4b14c53-5b2c-456c-b5d4-ddbbcf76e7c0/ledger-coffee-roasters
- https://ledgercoffee.com/s/shop
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-01. 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 mentions sourcing ethically and working with importers, specific farm-level details for all current offerings are not publicly documented on their website.