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St. Louis, Missouri, Mississippi · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Mississippi Mud Coffee
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
Visit Mississippi Mud Coffee's site Mississippi Mud Coffee is a St. Louis-based roaster that focuses on small-batch, air-roasted coffee. Founded in 2004, the company emphasizes freshness and a commitment to supporting coffee farmers while providing a range of whole bean coffees and compostable pods.
Ownership
Mississippi Mud Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Chris Ruess in 2004.
Founded
2004
Roasting
Roasts its own coffee.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its small-batch, air-roasting process, which is designed to enhance flavor depth and reduce bitterness in their coffee.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand states a commitment to working directly with farmers who grow their beans, but they do not publicly disclose specific farm, farmer, or washing station names for their offerings. Their product lineup consists of a mix of signature blends and various roast profiles.
Notable coffees
- — Mississippi Mud Signature Blend
- — Big Muddy Dark Roast
- — Espresso Dark Roast
Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-27. It is not a review: we have not tasted this brand's coffee. Ownership, roasting and sourcing claims belong to the brand and its published materials. While the brand mentions working directly with farmers, they do not provide a list of specific sourcing countries or producer names on their website.