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Piscataqua Coffee Roasting Co.

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Piscataqua Coffee Roasting Co.; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsPiscataqua Coffee Roasting Co.New Hampshire coffee roastersIndependentRoasts in-house
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New Hampshire Coffee Roasting Co., formerly known as Piscataqua Coffee Roasting Co., is a veteran craft roaster based in Dover, New Hampshire. Founded in 1989, the company specializes in small-batch roasting of 100% Arabica beans, maintaining a focus on quality and freshness that originated from the founder's passion for superior coffee. The roaster serves as a primary supplier for local restaurants, specialty shops, and office environments, while also operating a factory outlet for retail customers. Today, the business continues its legacy as a regional staple, providing customized wholesale solutions, equipment maintenance, and private label services alongside its direct-to-consumer offerings.

Ownership
The company is independent and family-owned. It was originally founded as Piscataqua Coffee Roasting Co. and later rebranded as New Hampshire Coffee Roasting Co., currently operated by the Barretto family.
Founded
1989
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Being a long-standing, local micro-roaster in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire that provides fresh, small-batch roasted coffee to both retail customers and local restaurants.
Farm-level sourcing
The company sources 100% Arabica beans from various regions globally. They do not provide specific farm or producer details on their public-facing website, focusing instead on their small-batch roasting process.
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Piscataqua 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.

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: Piscataqua Coffee Roasting Co.

Documented physical retailers
New Hampshire Coffee Roasting Co. Factory Outlet
Historical source note (not live inventory): The company operates a factory outlet at their roasting facility in Dover, NH, where they sell bagged coffee, K-cup style pods, and merchandise.
Physical
Documented online sources
New Hampshire Coffee Roasting Co. Online Shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand sells their roasted coffee beans and products directly to consumers through their official website.
Website

Piscataqua Coffee Roasting Co. rebranded to New Hampshire Coffee Roasting Co. many years ago; while the brand states they are sold in area restaurants and specialty stores, no specific third-party retail partners were verifiable beyond their own factory outlet and website.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 21, 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 Piscataqua Coffee Roasting Co., as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-06-16 · Citizen Portal
June 16, 2026, Zoning Board of Adjustment Minutes

The Greenland Zoning Board of Adjustment granted a special exception to Piscataqua Roasters, LLC to operate a coffee roasting facility at 10 Alden Avenue. The approval allows the company to establish a food processing operation within the town's Commercial B zone.

2026-06-16 · Greenland, NH Government
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Greenland, NH Meeting Minutes

Piscataqua Roasters, LLC, represented by Emma Nelson and Karen Bouffard, successfully presented a proposal to the Greenland Zoning Board of Adjustment to establish a coffee roasting facility at 10 Alden Avenue. The board granted a Special Exception for the project, noting that the facility would be fully contained with minimal traffic impact.

2026-06-12 · Town of Greenland
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Greenland, NH

Piscataqua Roasters, LLC, represented by applicants Emma Nelson and Karen Bouffard, sought a special exception from the Greenland Zoning Board of Adjustment to establish a coffee roasting facility at 10 Alden Avenue. The proposal was reviewed as a food processing use within a commercial zone.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-01. 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 company mentions sourcing beans 'from around the world,' they do not provide a verifiable list of specific countries or philanthropic programs on their website or in public press coverage.

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