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Scottsdale, Arizona · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

Passport Coffee & Tea

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Passport Coffee & Tea; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsPassport Coffee & TeaArizona coffee roastersIndependentRoasts in-house
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Passport Coffee & Tea is a family-owned and operated roaster based in Scottsdale, Arizona, that has been serving the specialty coffee industry since 1983. The company distinguishes itself through a commitment to air-roasting coffee to order, a process they utilize to ensure maximum freshness and consistency for their diverse wholesale and retail clientele. Beyond their roasting operations, they function as a comprehensive beverage partner, offering over 200 handcrafted loose-leaf tea blends and serving as an authorized distributor for professional-grade espresso equipment. Their market position is defined by a long-standing reputation for providing end-to-end support, including barista training, menu development, and equipment maintenance for cafes, restaurants, and coffee houses across the United States.

Ownership
Passport Coffee & Tea is an independent, family-owned and operated business that has been roasting in Scottsdale since 1983.
Founded
1983
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its long-standing presence in the Arizona coffee market, providing air-roasted coffee and handcrafted tea blends to both retail customers and wholesale clients like restaurants and coffee houses.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand states that it searches for small farms and co-ops to source its coffee, but it does not publicly list specific farm or producer names on its website. They offer a variety of single-origin coffees and custom-blended products.
Notable coffees
  • — Tuscany Blend
  • — Portofino Espresso
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Passport Coffee & Tea

These are examples recorded during editorial research on Nov 6, 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.

Mocha Java Blend

Yemen (region) and other unspecified origins · Air roasted

A classic, full-bodied blend that offers a pleasant palate experience.

Original roaster or listing source

Coffee House Blend

Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Indonesia · Air roasted

A medium-bodied blend with notes of milk chocolate, citrus, and earthy sweetness.

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.

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Retailer information: Passport Coffee & Tea

Documented physical retailers
Passport Coffee & Tea Roastery Outlet
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand operates a physical roastery outlet in Scottsdale, Arizona, open to the public.
Physical
Documented online sources
Passport Coffee & Tea's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand sells its full range of roasted coffees and handcrafted teas directly to consumers through its official website.
Website

I was able to verify that Passport Coffee & Tea sells its products directly through its own e-commerce website and its physical roastery outlet in Scottsdale; no other third-party retail locations or online marketplaces were confirmed.

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.
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 frequently mentions their commitment to supporting small farms and local community projects, they do not provide specific names of countries, farms, or concrete details regarding their charitable programs.

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