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Misfit Coffee

IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level

TagsMisfit Coffee Minnesota coffee roasters Independent Origin / region level Roasts in-house

Misfit Coffee is a Minneapolis-based specialty coffee roaster that began as a mobile coffee operation before expanding into a brick-and-mortar cafe and warehouse. The company emphasizes a sensory-focused experience and supports the coffee supply chain by paying premiums above market prices to benefit small-scale farmers.

Ownership

Misfit Coffee is an independent, owner-operated business founded by Marcus Parkansky.

Founded

2016

Roasting

Reported to roast in-house.

What it's known for

Misfit Coffee is known for its creative approach to coffee beverages, community-focused culture, and a commitment to direct trade sourcing practices.

Farm-level sourcing

The brand sources specialty coffee through Cafe Imports, focusing on relationships with small farmers, independent producers, and cooperatives. While they express a goal of direct trade and buying entire crops, they do not currently publish specific farm or producer names for their offerings on their website.

In the news

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

2026-07-09 · CBS Minnesota

Misfit Coffee in Minneapolis hit by overnight break-in; owner says small businesses are vulnerable

Misfit Coffee in Minneapolis experienced an overnight break-in where a window was smashed and a cash register containing $2,500 was stolen. Owner Marcus Parkansky noted that while the shop has dealt with theft previously, this incident highlighted the ongoing vulnerability of small businesses in the area.

2026-01-23 · The New York Times

Hundreds of Minnesota Businesses on Strike in Protest Against ICE

During a general strike against immigration policies, Misfit Coffee remained open but participated by offering free coffee, pastries, and espresso shots to the public. The shop was noted as one of the few businesses operating in the area during the protest.

Sources used in this deep dive

Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-25. 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 various regions, they do not provide a specific list of current sourcing countries or named farms on their public-facing website.

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