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Eureka Springs, Arkansas · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

Mountain Bird Coffee

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Mountain Bird Coffee; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsMountain Bird CoffeeArkansas coffee roastersColombiaEl SalvadorPeruCosta RicaGuatemalaIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Mountain Bird Coffee & Tea Co. is a wholesale specialty coffee roaster based in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, that has been serving the local community since 2009. The company focuses on small-batch roasting and direct-sourcing relationships to provide high-quality coffee while promoting sustainability and regenerative agricultural practices. They offer a range of single-origin coffees and signature blends designed to appeal to both casual drinkers and coffee enthusiasts.

Ownership
Mountain Bird Coffee & Tea Co. is an independent, family-owned business operated by owners Steve and Rhonda Gassaway.
Founded
2009
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its wholesale specialty coffee roasting operations and its commitment to direct-sourcing practices that prioritize regenerative farming and fair compensation for producers.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · El Salvador · Peru · Costa Rica · Guatemala
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes direct sourcing and traveling to origin to select beans, though their product pages typically list countries of origin for blends rather than specific farm names. They maintain a mission of 'farm to cup' traceability and support for farmers, noting that specific farm sources may change based on crop availability.
Notable coffees
  • — Finca La Pradera
  • — Black Mountain Blend
  • — Morning Bird Blend
  • — Stevie's Blend
  • — Dang Good Decaf
  • — Colombia
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Mountain Bird Coffee

These are examples recorded during editorial research on Nov 7, 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.

Verify original product sources

Retailer information: Mountain Bird Coffee

Documented online sources
Mountain Bird Coffee's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells a variety of single-origin coffees and custom blends in 12oz, 2lb, and 5lb sizes with subscription options.
Website

I was able to verify the brand's own e-commerce platform, but while the brand mentions supplying various cafes and restaurants, no specific third-party retail locations or partner store names were publicly listed or verifiable.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials — last checked Oct 8, 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 Mountain Bird Coffee, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-02. 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 emphasizes 'farm to cup' transparency and mentions visiting farms, I could not verify specific farm names for the majority of their current product offerings beyond the 'Finca La Pradera' listing.

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