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Port City Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Port City Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsPort City Coffee RoastersNew Hampshire coffee roastersYemenEthiopiaIndonesiaPeruIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Port City Coffee Roasters is a veteran Portsmouth-based coffee company that has been roasting beans since 1992. They operate a local cafe on Islington Street while maintaining a robust wholesale business serving numerous restaurants and cafes across the Seacoast region. The brand focuses on providing fresh, sustainably sourced coffee with a commitment to responsible business practices.

Ownership
Port City Coffee Roasters is an independent, family-owned business currently owned by Derek LaBorie.
Founded
1992
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Serving as a long-standing staple of the Portsmouth, New Hampshire, coffee community for over 25 years and providing fresh, sustainably sourced coffee to both retail customers and local wholesale partners.
Sourcing countries
Yemen · Ethiopia · Indonesia · Peru
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources coffee from various regions around the world, emphasizing sustainable methods and fair pricing. While they highlight specific origins and certifications like Fair Trade, Organic, and Rainforest Alliance, they generally do not publish specific farm or producer names for their offerings.
Notable coffees
  • — Bali Blue Moon
  • — Mocha Java
  • — Port City French Roast
  • — Peru Norandino
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Port City Coffee Roasters, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-03-23 · Business NH Magazine
Port City Coffee Roasters Caffeinates the Seacoast

This profile highlights the long-standing operations of Port City Coffee Roasters in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and the leadership of Derek LaBorie. The article discusses the company's community-focused initiatives, such as the 'Portsmouth Hanging Coffee' program and various local school fundraisers, while noting the challenges of rising coffee costs.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-26. 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 sustainable sourcing, I could not verify specific farm-level details or the names of individual producers for their current coffee lineup.

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