Columbia River Roast
Costa Rica
This dark roast features notes of molasses, cocoa, and spice.
Original roaster or listing source US Brand Directory
Wenatchee, Washington, Washington · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Mela Roasting Coffee Company
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsMela Roasting Coffee CompanyWashington coffee roastersIndonesiaSouth AmericaIndependentRoasts in-house
Visit Mela Roasting Coffee Company's site Mela Coffee Roasting Company is a specialty micro-batch roaster based in Wenatchee, Washington, that focuses on the craft of developing precise roast profiles. Operating since 2007, the company maintains a strong local presence through its downtown cafe while offering its curated coffee selections to a broader market via online subscriptions. The brand is dedicated to sourcing high-quality beans that score 80 points or higher on the SCAA scale, emphasizing intentionality in every step of the roasting process.
Ownership
Mela Coffee Roasting Co. is an independent, family-owned business operating in downtown Wenatchee since 2007.
Founded
2007
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Mela is known for being a central hub for specialty coffee in historic downtown Wenatchee, recognized for its cozy atmosphere, commitment to micro-batch roasting, and its signature espresso blends.
Sourcing countries
Indonesia · South America
Farm-level sourcing
The brand focuses on sourcing specialty-grade coffee, defined as scoring 80 points or above on the SCAA scale. While they highlight specific regions and blend components, they do not consistently publish specific farm or producer names for their offerings.
Notable coffees
- — Emilia Espresso Blend
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Mela Roasting Coffee Company
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.
Ethiopia Guji Kercha
Ethiopia · Natural
This coffee offers notes of blueberry, caramel, and malt with a syrupy, juicy body.
Original roaster or listing sourceHonduras COCAFCAL Las Capucas
Honduras
This certified organic coffee is roasted to highlight deep chocolate flavors, a full body, and a clean finish.
Original roaster or listing sourceEspresso Emilia
Indonesia and South America
This signature blend is roasted to draw out hints of cocoa and hazelnut with a smooth body.
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: Mela Roasting Coffee Company
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's flagship cafe in downtown Wenatchee sells bags of their roasted coffee.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website offers a wide selection of single-origin and blended coffees for purchase.
Website
I was able to verify that Mela Coffee Roasting Co. sells its coffee through its own physical cafe in Wenatchee and its official e-commerce website; no other third-party retail locations were found.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Nov 1, 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 Mela Roasting Coffee Company, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
2026-09-29 · KPQ
Starbucks Closing Six Washington State Locations This Weekend In a report regarding local coffee market dynamics, Mela Coffee Roasting is highlighted as a traditional, established coffee shop in the Wenatchee valley. The article contrasts the presence of local roasters like Mela with larger corporate chains in the region.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://melacoffee.com/pages/cafe-mela
- https://melacoffee.com/collections/all-coffee
- https://smallcoffeeroasters.com/roasters/mela-coffee-roasting-co-wenatchee-washington
- https://melacoffee.com/
- https://melacoffee.com/products/columbia-river-roast
- https://melacoffee.com/products/ethiopia-guji
- https://melacoffee.com/products/honduras
- https://melacoffee.com/products/espresso-emilia
- https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g58820-d1747671-Reviews-Mela_Coffee_Roasting_Co-Wenatchee_Washington.html
- https://melacoffee.com/pages/about-us
- https://melacoffee.com/collections/coffee-subscriptions/signature-blends
- https://www.yelp.com/biz/mela-coffee-roasting-wenatchee-2
- https://crema.co/coffees/mela-coffee-roasting-company/vero-espresso
- https://www.facebook.com/melacoffeeco
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-03. 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 company emphasizes its commitment to quality and sourcing, no specific philanthropic programs or charitable partnerships were found on their website or in public records.