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Moschetti Artisan Roaster

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Moschetti Artisan Roaster; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsMoschetti Artisan RoasterCalifornia coffee roastersIndependentRoasts in-house
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Founded in 1990 by Fabrice Moschetti, this family-owned company roasts its coffee in Vallejo, California. The business began after the owner started importing European espresso machines and identified a local demand for high-quality beans. The roastery is documented for its long-running weekly public coffee tastings and its commitment to small-batch, slow-roasting techniques. In recent years, the facility has expanded its on-site operations to include the production of local honey from beehives kept on the property.

Ownership
Moschetti Artisan Roaster is an independent, family-owned business founded by Fabrice Moschetti.
Founded
1990
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Moschetti is known for its long-standing presence in the San Francisco Bay Area as a small-batch, traditional roaster that emphasizes French-inspired roasting techniques and community engagement through weekly public cuppings.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand states that it sources beans from small plantations, single estates, and cooperatives, often purchasing directly from farms or cooperatives. However, they do not publicly list specific farm or producer names for their current offerings on their website.
Notable coffees
  • — Ethiopia Queen City Harrar
  • — Jamaica Blue Mountain
  • — Mistral Espresso
  • — House Blend
  • — Dark Espresso
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Moschetti Artisan Roaster

These are examples recorded during editorial research on Oct 30, 2026. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.

External 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.

In the news

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

2026-10-02 · Times-Herald
Moschetti’s in Vallejo sweetens the pot by adding bees to the business

Moschetti Artisan Coffee Roaster has installed beehives on its property to produce local honey for sale in its cafe. The initiative, led by owner Fabrice Moschetti and local beekeeper Justin Saroyan, aims to enhance the customer experience with hyper-local products while supporting pollinator health.

2026-09-25 · Times-Herald
Vallejo coffee roastery now features ‘Poetry by the Cup’

Moschetti Coffee Roastery has launched a monthly open-mic event called 'Poetry by the Cup' in collaboration with local poet Tamika Bailey. The event expands the roastery's long-standing tradition of hosting community-focused performances alongside its weekly coffee tastings.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-17. 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 small plantations and cooperatives, it does not provide a list of specific countries or farm names on its public-facing website.

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