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Bethel, CT, Connecticut · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

Redding Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Redding Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsRedding RoastersConnecticut coffee roastersIndependentRoasts in-house
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Redding Roasters was established in 2004 and operates its roasting facility and retail store in Bethel, Connecticut. The company uses a Diedrich IR-12 roaster to process Arabica beans in small batches, focusing on transparency and traceability in its sourcing. It is documented for its commitment to coffee education and for providing a personalized retail experience where customers can purchase freshly roasted beans or custom blends. The business is currently led by second-generation roaster and owner Kaitlyn.

Ownership
Redding Roasters is an independent, family-owned business. It was established by Bill O'Keefe in 2004 and has been owned and operated by second-generation roaster Kaitlyn Heisler since 2012.
Founded
2004
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Redding Roasters is known for its small-batch, freshly roasted Arabica coffee and its commitment to providing a personalized, educational experience for customers at its Bethel retail location.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand states that it partners with long-time coffee traders to source fresh-crop Arabica beans year-round. While they emphasize transparency and traceability, they do not publicly list specific farm or producer names on their website.
Notable coffees
  • — 100% Lions Gate Kona
  • — Deja Brew Blend
  • — Pacific Blend
  • — Heather's Blend
  • — Tanzanian Peaberry Zanzibar
  • — French Roast
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. I could not verify specific sourcing countries or a list of notable single-origin coffees, as the brand's website does not provide a detailed menu of current offerings or origin profiles.

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