Mexico San Basilio Nayarit Washed
Nayarit, Mexico · Washed
This is a light roast coffee currently featured in the brand's new arrivals.
Original roaster or listing source US Brand Directory
Floyd, Virginia, Virginia · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Red Rooster Coffee Roaster
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsRed Rooster Coffee RoasterVirginia coffee roastersEthiopiaPeruBrazilColombiaGuatemalaHondurasCosta RicaKenyaIndonesiaIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
Visit Red Rooster Coffee Roaster's site Red Rooster Coffee is a nationally acclaimed specialty roaster based in the small town of Floyd, Virginia, dedicated to roasting high-quality coffee while fostering community impact. The company operates with a strong focus on ethical sourcing, employee welfare, and environmental sustainability, including the use of post-consumer recycled packaging. They have earned numerous accolades, including multiple Good Food Awards and consistent recognition on Coffee Review's top lists.
Ownership
Red Rooster Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Haden Polseno-Hensley and his wife, Rose McCutchan.
Founded
2010
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Red Rooster is widely recognized for its high-quality, award-winning specialty coffee and its deep commitment to social responsibility, including providing on-site childcare for employees and prioritizing direct, transparent trade with coffee producers.
Sourcing countries
Ethiopia · Peru · Brazil · Colombia · Guatemala · Honduras · Costa Rica · Kenya · Indonesia
Farm-level sourcing
The company prioritizes direct trade, purchasing specialty-grade coffee by paying high premiums to smallholders and washing stations. They emphasize working with small importers to ensure transparency and quality, often naming specific farms or washing stations for their single-origin offerings.
Notable coffees
- — Ethiopia Refisa Washed
- — Peru Highland Natural
- — Colombia Finca El Paraiso
- — Kenya Gichathaini
- — Guatemala Finca Medina
- — Honduras Finca El Puente
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Red Rooster Coffee Roaster
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.
Kenya Karimikui Kirinyaga Washed
Kirinyaga, Kenya · Washed
A light roast single origin coffee recently added to the lineup.
Original roaster or listing sourceTree of Life - Regenerative Organic Certified®
A light roast coffee that is part of the brand's current single origin offerings.
Original roaster or listing sourceCosta Rica Las Lajas Black Honey
Costa Rica · Black Honey
A medium-light roast single origin coffee.
Original roaster or listing sourceOrganic Funky Chicken
A medium-dark roast blend.
Original roaster or listing sourceExternal 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: Red Rooster Coffee Roaster
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's physical cafe located in Floyd, Virginia, where customers can purchase coffee.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website where they sell their full range of roasted-to-order coffee beans and subscriptions.
Website
I was able to verify the brand's own physical cafe location and their primary online store; however, no third-party retail partners were identified in the provided search results.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 27, 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 Red Rooster Coffee Roaster, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
2026-09-21 · Floyd Times
Red Rooster closes Yellow Hen Child Care Red Rooster Coffee Roaster has officially closed its in-house childcare facility, Yellow Hen Child Care, which had been operating since 2018. The company noted that the facility served over 20 families during its tenure, with the vast majority of children belonging to company employees.
2025-10-07 · WSLS 10
Red Rooster Coffee listed as one of the top 100 small businesses in the U.S. by Chamber of Commerce Red Rooster Coffee was named to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's 'CO-100' list, which recognizes the top 100 small businesses in the United States. The award highlights the company's commitment to quality, community engagement, and employee welfare.
2025-10-06 · WSLS 10
Red Rooster Coffee gains recognition for treatment of workers, offers childcare facility Red Rooster Coffee received national attention for its unique business model, specifically its status as a coffee roaster providing on-site childcare for employees. The coverage highlights the company's focus on ethical sourcing and employee support as key drivers of its growth and industry reputation.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://www.redroostercoffee.com/collections/coffee
- https://www.redroostercoffee.com/faq
- https://www.redroostercoffee.com
- https://www.redroostercoffee.com/collections/coffee?tags=rich
- https://www.redroostercoffee.com/cart
- https://coffeeroasternearme.com/roaster/red-rooster-coffee-floyd-va
- https://www.redroostercoffee.com/about-us
- https://www.redroostercoffee.com/transparency/origin
- https://www.coffeereview.com/qa-tony-greatorex-red-rooster-coffee-roasters
- https://uschamber.com/co/good-company/growth-studio/meet-community-champion-red-rooster
- https://visitfloydva.com/business/red-rooster-coffee-roaster/
- https://ccof.org/directory-member/red-rooster-coffee-co-llc-dba-red-rooster-coffee-roaster
- https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2025/10/07/red-rooster-coffee-listed-as-one-of-t
- https://www.uschamber.com/co/good-company/growth-studio/meet-community-champion-
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-07. 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 provides extensive information on their sourcing philosophy and specific regions, a comprehensive, real-time list of every current farm partner is not explicitly aggregated in one place, as their single-origin offerings rotate frequently.