ROTATING SINGLE ORIGIN (LIGHT)
Fruity and chocolate notes with a balanced, smooth taste.
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Lexington, Kentucky, Kentucky · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Magic Beans Coffee Roasters
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsMagic Beans Coffee RoastersKentucky coffee roastersColombiaGuatemalaIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
Visit Magic Beans Coffee Roasters's site Magic Beans Coffee Roasters is a Lexington-based specialty roastery that utilizes fluid-bed roasting technology to create small-batch, high-quality coffee. The company maintains a strong local presence through wholesale partnerships and its association with popular Lexington cafes. They are committed to both coffee quality and environmental conservation, notably collaborating with Upwell Coffee to support research and coastal restoration projects.
Ownership
Magic Beans is an independent company owned by partners Salvador Sanchez, Joseph Will, and Allen Warford, who operate it as part of a local Lexington LLC that also includes the cafe A Cup of Common Wealth and the bar Chocolate Holler.
Founded
2012
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Magic Beans is known for its small-batch, fluid-bed roasting process using Sivetz technology, which they utilize to produce clean, evenly roasted coffee in downtown Lexington.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Guatemala
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources premium coffees from various regions, often highlighting specific origins like Antioquia, Colombia, and Huehuetenango, Guatemala. While they provide farm details for some rotating single-origin subscriptions, their general product descriptions typically focus on the country or region of origin rather than specific farm names for every offering.
Notable coffees
- — Hacienda La Minita (Tarrazú, Costa Rica)
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Magic Beans Coffee Roasters
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.
BREAKFAST BLEND (MEDIUM)
Rich and chocolaty, balanced and creamy.
Original roaster or listing sourceESPRESSO BLEND (MEDIUM)
Vibrant, bold, smooth, and stout.
Original roaster or listing sourceTWILIGHT (VERY DARK)
Smoky, full body, and chocolaty flavors.
Original roaster or listing sourceDECAF
Colombia
Tealike body, coffee cherry sweetness, and notes of cacao.
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: Magic Beans Coffee Roasters
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells whole bean coffee in 12oz and 5lb bags directly to consumers.
Website
I was able to verify that the brand operates a direct-to-consumer online store, but I could not find evidence of specific third-party retail locations currently stocking their coffee, as the roastery itself is not open to the public and historical mentions of associated cafes are either dated or do not explicitly confirm current retail availability of the brand's packaged beans.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 16, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://www.magicbeanscoffee.com/
- https://www.magicbeanscoffee.com/shop
- https://www.magicbeanscoffee.com/shop/p/ethiopia-limu-light
- https://www.magicbeanscoffee.com/shop/p/breakfast-blend-medium
- https://www.magicbeanscoffee.com/shop/p/espresso-blend-dark
- https://www.magicbeanscoffee.com/shop/p/twilight-very-dark
- https://www.magicbeanscoffee.com/shop/p/decaf-colombia
- https://portablecoffee.com/company/magic-beans-coffee-roasters/
- https://coffeeroasternearme.com/roaster/magic-beans-coffee-roasters-lexington-ky
- https://www.roastlocal.com/blog/best-coffee-roasters-lexington
- https://www.facebook.com/MagicBeansCoffee
- https://www.magicbeanscoffee.com/shop/p/upwellcoffee
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-30. 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. I could not verify a specific founding year or any formal, documented philanthropic programs on the company's official website or social media channels.