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Peregrine Espresso

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IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsPeregrine EspressoDistrict of Columbia coffee roastersIndependentRoasts in-house
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Peregrine Espresso is a foundational specialty coffee retailer in Washington, D.C., established in 2008 by Ryan and Jill Jensen. The company is widely recognized for its rigorous commitment to barista education, professional development, and high-quality service standards within the District. In 2017, the founders launched their own roasting operation, Small Planes Coffee, to further their goal of fostering direct, transparent, and sustainable connections between coffee producers and local consumers. Today, the brand operates multiple retail locations while maintaining a reputation as a pioneer in the D.C. specialty coffee scene.

Ownership
Peregrine Espresso is an independent, family-owned business founded by Ryan and Jill Jensen. They operate their own roasting facility under the separate brand name Small Planes Coffee.
Founded
2008
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house (also names Small Planes Coffee as a partner).
What it's known for
Peregrine Espresso is highly regarded in Washington, D.C. for its rigorous commitment to specialty coffee standards, barista education, and high-quality espresso service.
Farm-level sourcing
While the brand emphasizes quality sourcing and rotating single-origin selections, they do not publicly list specific farm or producer names on their website. Their coffee program is supported by their in-house roasting operation, Small Planes Coffee.
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Retailer information: Peregrine Espresso

Documented physical retailers
Peregrine Espresso Eastern Market
Historical source note (not live inventory): Physical cafe location in Washington, DC, serving espresso drinks and selling Small Planes Coffee beans.
Physical
Peregrine Espresso Union Market
Historical source note (not live inventory): Physical cafe location in Washington, DC, serving espresso drinks and selling Small Planes Coffee beans.
Physical

I verified that Peregrine Espresso operates two physical cafe locations in Washington, DC, where they serve and sell their own coffee (branded as Small Planes Coffee); I could not find evidence of the brand selling its coffee through third-party online platforms or external retail grocery chains.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials — last checked Oct 11, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
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Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-03. 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 a commitment to sustainability and community, no specific, verifiable philanthropic programs or dollar-amount commitments were found in public documentation.

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