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Northern Coffeeworks

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Northern Coffeeworks; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsNorthern CoffeeworksMinnesota coffee roastersColombiaIndependentRoasts in-house
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Northern Coffeeworks is a Minneapolis-based micro-roaster and specialty coffee shop that grew out of the local cycling community. The brand is dedicated to sustainable sourcing and precise roast profiles that highlight the unique characteristics of each origin. Their operations are deeply integrated with their sibling businesses, creating a cohesive, nature-forward brand identity.

Ownership
Northern Coffeeworks is an independent, privately owned business. It is part of a group of sibling businesses owned by Joshua Klauck, which includes Angry Catfish Bicycle + Coffee Bar, Mend Provisions, and Wilde Bicycle Co.
Founded
2017
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Northern Coffeeworks is known for its minimalist, cabin-inspired aesthetic and its focus on high-quality, sustainably sourced specialty coffee. It is recognized for its meticulous roast development and commitment to an espresso-forward program.
Sourcing countries
Colombia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes sustainable farming and relationship-based sourcing, often utilizing importers like Café Imports to secure their green coffee. While they highlight specific origins and offer single-origin selections, they do not consistently publish the names of individual farms or producers for all their current offerings on their public website.
Notable coffees
  • — Decaf Colombia De Caña
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Northern Coffeeworks, 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 2026-10-24. 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 transparency and sustainable partnerships, I could not verify specific farm names for their current rotating single-origin offerings beyond the Decaf Colombia De Caña.

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