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Oslo Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Oslo Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsOslo Coffee RoastersNew York coffee roastersColombiaEthiopiaBrazilSumatraEl SalvadorUgandaNicaraguaIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Oslo Coffee Roasters is a long-standing Brooklyn-based coffee company that has been roasting in small batches since 2003. They operate several cafe locations across Brooklyn and Manhattan, focusing on high-quality, sustainably sourced beans and a welcoming, community-oriented atmosphere. The brand is recognized for its role in the early development of the Brooklyn specialty coffee movement.

Ownership
Oslo Coffee Roasters is an independent, family-owned business founded by JD and Kathy Merget.
Founded
2003
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Being a pioneer in the Brooklyn specialty coffee scene since 2003, known for its consistent, small-batch roasting and community-focused neighborhood cafes.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Ethiopia · Brazil · Sumatra · El Salvador · Uganda · Nicaragua
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes sourcing from farmers who utilize ecologically and socially sustainable practices and receive fair wages. While they prioritize relationships with growers and have participated in direct-buying initiatives, their public-facing information generally focuses on the region or country of origin rather than specific farm or producer names for their current retail offerings.
Notable coffees
  • — Thor (House Blend)
  • — Odin (Espresso Blend)
  • — Freya (Espresso Blend)
Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-11-03. 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 direct relationships with farmers, I could not verify specific current farm or producer names for their active retail coffee lineup.

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