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North Kingstown, Rhode Island · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

Lighthouse Coffee Roasters and Cafe

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IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
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Lighthouse Coffee Roasters is a North Kingstown, Rhode Island-based specialty coffee company dedicated to high-quality roasting and community-focused service. Founded by the Kenerson family, the brand distinguishes itself through a commitment to sustainable, environmentally friendly roasting practices, utilizing an electric, zero-emission roaster to minimize its carbon footprint. Beyond their technical approach to coffee, they operate a vibrant local cafe that serves as a community hub, offering a menu of pour-over coffee, espresso drinks, and fresh, homemade food. Their business model is built on the values of compassion and relationship-driven service, aiming to create a meaningful impact that extends from the coffee growers to their local team and daily customers.

Ownership
Lighthouse Coffee Roasters is an independent, family-owned business operated by a husband and wife team.
Founded
2021
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Being the first all-electric, zero-emission coffee roaster in Rhode Island and for their community-focused cafe that serves pour-over coffee and homemade food.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes sustainable sourcing and fair trade practices, but does not publicly list specific farm or producer names on their website. They offer a variety of blends and single-origin coffees.
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Retailer information: Lighthouse Coffee Roasters and Cafe

Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand operates a physical cafe in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, where they serve coffee and food.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's retail coffee bags are now packaged and sold exclusively through their new entity, Kindheart Coffee.
Website

I verified that while Lighthouse Coffee Roasters and Cafe operates a physical location in North Kingstown, they have transitioned their retail coffee bag sales to a separate entity called Kindheart Coffee, which is accessible via their website.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 31, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-04. 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 a mission of community impact and relationship-building, they do not publish specific details regarding charitable partnerships, donation percentages, or a list of specific coffee-sourcing countries.