Backpack
A balanced and versatile blend designed for everyday drinking.
Original roaster or listing source US Brand Directory
Coventry, Rhode Island, Rhode Island · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Longshore Coffee
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
Visit Longshore Coffee's site Longshore Coffee is a small-batch specialty roastery and cafe based in Coventry, Rhode Island, founded by former teacher Stephen Miller. The brand focuses on making specialty coffee accessible and unpretentious through a selection of consistent blends and rotating single-origin offerings. Operating out of a converted farmhouse, the business emphasizes a strong connection to the local community while sourcing high-quality beans from around the world.
Ownership
Longshore Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded and operated by Stephen Miller.
Founded
2021
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Longshore Coffee is known for its small-batch specialty coffee roasts and its approachable, community-focused mission. The brand is recognized for its signature blends and for bringing specialty coffee culture to the Coventry area.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources coffee from various farms and producers globally, but does not publicly list specific farm or producer names on its website. Its offerings consist of both curated specialty blends and a rotating selection of single-origin coffees.
Notable coffees
- — Backpack
- — Boss Babe
- — Honest Work
- — Old World
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Longshore Coffee
These are examples recorded during editorial research. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.
Boss Babe
A signature dark roast featuring caramel sweetness, a dark chocolate bite, and a rounded, luscious body.
Original roaster or listing sourceLong Day Decaf
A decaffeinated offering suitable for late-day enjoyment.
Original roaster or listing sourceHonest Work
A core house blend intended for daily consumption.
Original roaster or listing sourceOld World
A traditional-style blend offered as part of the brand's core lineup.
Original roaster or listing sourceExternal customer, cafe, marketplace, and class ratings are not comparable measures of the quality of an individual coffee. We do not convert them into original tasting scores or brand-wide star ratings. Our independent reviews are published separately after a coffee has actually been brewed and evaluated.
Verify original product sources
Retailer information: Longshore Coffee
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand operates a physical coffee shop and roastery in Coventry, Rhode Island, where they sell their roasted coffee.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand sells its full range of coffee blends and single-origin beans directly through its official website.
Website
I was able to verify that Longshore Coffee sells its products directly through its own physical roastery location and its official e-commerce website; no third-party retail partners were identified.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Nov 2, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
In the news
Recent news and media coverage about Longshore Coffee, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
2026-07-31 · Hey Rhody Media Co.
Rhode Island’s Signature Coffee Scene Longshore Coffee is featured as a notable participant in Rhode Island's specialty coffee landscape. The article highlights the brand's focus on community, local identity, and the hands-on roasting approach of Stephen Miller.
2026-07-31 · Hey Rhody Media Co.
In the Kitchen: Meet Stephen Miller of Longshore Coffee This profile details the transition of owner Stephen Miller from a high school teacher to a professional coffee roaster. It highlights the operations of his Coventry-based roastery and cafe, which opened in 2021 and emphasizes global sourcing and flavor-focused roasting.
2026-05-09 · Roast Local
Rhode Island's Coffee Scene: 28 Indie Roasters in the Country's Smallest State This industry overview maps the Rhode Island coffee scene and identifies Longshore Coffee as a key roaster operating in Coventry. The piece notes the brand's role in providing specialty coffee in an area where such options are otherwise limited.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://longshorecoffee.com/
- https://longshorecoffee.com/pages/coventry
- https://longshorecoffee.com/collections/all
- https://longshorecoffee.com/pages/wholesale
- https://www.longshorecoffee.com/
- https://www.longshorecoffee.com/collections/blends
- https://www.longshorecoffee.com/products/boss-babe
- https://www.facebook.com/people/Longshore-Coffee-100069156530903/
- https://www.roastlocal.com/blog/rhode-island-coffee-scene
- https://longshorecoffee.com/pages/about
- https://sorhodeisland.com/stories/in-the-kitchen-meet-stephen-miller-of-longshore-coffee,109371
- https://www.wpri.com/business-news/new-coffee-shop-roastery-coming-to-coventry/amp
- https://longshorecoffee.com
- https://www.longshorecoffee.com/pages/about
- https://www.yelp.com/biz/longshore-coffee-coventry
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 mentions sourcing from excellent farms and producers globally, it does not provide a public list of specific sourcing countries or farm names.