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Mighty Oak Roasters

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IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm & producer level
TagsMighty Oak RoastersNew York coffee roastersColombiaEthiopiaIndependentFarm & producer levelRoasts in-house
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Mighty Oak Roasters is an Astoria-based coffee company distinguished by its unique wood-fired roasting process, which aims to develop complex flavors while maintaining a low environmental impact. The roastery prioritizes ethical sourcing by building direct relationships with farmers and supporting sustainable agricultural practices. Their cafe serves as a community hub, offering a rotating selection of single-origin coffees and seasonal blends.

Ownership
Mighty Oak Roasters is an independent, privately held operation co-founded by Sean Donnelly and Peter Moses.
Founded
2017
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for being the only coffee roaster in New York City to utilize a traditional wood-fired roasting method. They emphasize sustainability by using kiln-dried hardwood sourced from local storm-felled trees as their primary fuel source.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Ethiopia
Farm-level sourcing
Mighty Oak Roasters sources coffee through a combination of direct-trade relationships with farmers and partnerships with importers. They explicitly name specific producers and farms, such as Victor Morera and La Escuela Buena Vista, for their single-origin offerings.
Notable coffees
  • — Mejor del Cauca - Victor Morera
  • — Escuela y Café (La Escuela Buena Vista)
  • — Suke Quto - Swiss Water Decaf
  • — Alto el Vapor - Patio Natural
  • — La Quebrada
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Mighty Oak Roasters, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-08-13 · Comunicaffe
Reborn Coffee Signs $20 Million Annual Supply Agreement with The Mighty Oak

Reborn Coffee has entered into a $20 million annual supply agreement with The Mighty Oak Inc. to leverage the latter's established North American supply chain and retail distribution network. This partnership aims to convert existing supply volumes into Reborn Coffee's operations to enhance revenue and profitability.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-11-03. 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 website lists 2017 as the founding year, one secondary source mentions 2019, so the earlier date from the company's own LinkedIn profile was prioritized.

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