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Olympia Coffee Roasting Co.

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Olympia Coffee Roasting Co.; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm & producer level
TagsOlympia Coffee Roasting Co.Washington coffee roastersColombiaBurundiEthiopiaKenyaCosta RicaGuatemalaRwandaDR CongoPanamaIndependentFarm & producer levelRoasts in-house
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Olympia Coffee is a Pacific Northwest-based specialty roaster dedicated to improving the quality of life for everyone in the coffee supply chain. They operate their own roastery in downtown Olympia and maintain a network of cafes across Washington state. The brand is known for its rigorous, science-driven approach to roasting and its transparent, direct-trade sourcing model.

Ownership
Olympia Coffee is an independent, family-owned company. It was purchased in 2010 by Oliver Stormshak and Sam Schroeder, who continue to lead the business today.
Founded
2005
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Olympia Coffee is widely recognized for its commitment to ethical sourcing through its 'Fair For All' program and its high-scoring, meticulously roasted specialty coffees. The brand is frequently cited for its focus on quality-of-life improvements for farmers and staff.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Burundi · Ethiopia · Kenya · Costa Rica · Guatemala · Rwanda · Democratic Republic of the Congo · Panama
Farm-level sourcing
The company maintains direct trade relationships with farmers and producers across nine countries. They frequently highlight specific farms and producers for their single-origin offerings, while also maintaining a selection of signature blends.
Notable coffees
  • — Sweetheart Colombia Andino
  • — Morning Sun
  • — Big Truck
  • — Little Buddy
  • — Decaf Asterisk
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Olympia Coffee Roasting Co.

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

Ethiopia Benti Nenka Natural

Guji, Ethiopia · Natural

A single-origin coffee featuring the bright and fruity characteristics typical of natural-processed Ethiopian beans.

Original roaster or listing source

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: Olympia Coffee Roasting Co.

Documented physical retailers
Olympia Coffee Roasting Co. (Downtown Olympia)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Operates a physical cafe location in downtown Olympia that sells coffee bags.
Physical
Olympia Coffee Roasting Co. (South Olympia)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Operates a physical cafe location in South Olympia that sells coffee bags.
Physical
Olympia Coffee Roasting Co. (West Olympia)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Operates a physical cafe location in West Olympia that sells coffee bags.
Physical
Olympia Coffee Roasting Co. (Columbia City)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Operates a physical cafe location in the Columbia City neighborhood of Seattle that sells coffee bags.
Physical
Documented online sources
Olympia Coffee Roasting Co.'s online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's primary digital storefront offering roasted-to-order coffee beans and subscriptions.
Website

I was able to verify the brand's own online shop and several of their physical cafe locations in Washington state; however, specific third-party grocery or retail partners were not explicitly listed on their website.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Nov 1, 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 Olympia Coffee Roasting Co., as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2024-08-05 · Puget Sound Business Journal
Olympia Coffee opens its first downtown Seattle shop

Olympia Coffee Roasting Co. held a soft opening for its first retail location in downtown Seattle. The cafe is situated within the U.S. Bank Center's Cedar Hall, a space that recently underwent a major renovation.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-04. 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 lists nine countries of origin, specific current farm names for every single-origin offering are not always listed in a single consolidated database, though they are frequently featured in individual product descriptions.

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