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Fairhope, Alabama, Alabama · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Refuge Coffee Roasters
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsRefuge Coffee RoastersBrazilColombiaGuatemalaEthiopiaCosta RicaIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
Visit Refuge Coffee Roasters's site Refuge Coffee Roasters is a Fairhope-based specialty coffee shop and roastery that focuses on the intersection of science and art to highlight the unique profiles of coffee-growing regions. Founded in 2010, the company operates two locations and emphasizes a welcoming 'third space' environment for its community. They prioritize intentional sourcing and precise roasting techniques to ensure high-quality, expressive coffee for their customers.
Ownership
Refuge Coffee Roasters is an independent, family-owned business founded and operated by Jim McLean.
Founded
2010
Roasting
Roasts its own coffee.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its 'Defender' espresso blend and its commitment to showcasing the unique characteristics of coffee regions through meticulous roasting and sourcing.
Sourcing countries
Brazil · Colombia · Guatemala · Ethiopia · Costa Rica
Farm-level sourcing
The brand provides specific details for its microlot offerings, such as the Jairo Arcila Microlot from Colombia, which identifies the producer. For other coffees, they source from specific regions like Huehuetenango or Cauca. They emphasize working with fair trade certified suppliers to ensure ethical practices.
Notable coffees
- — Jairo Arcila Microlot (Quinto, Colombia)
- — Costa Rica Pura Vida Microlot
- — Colombia Cauca
- — Guatemala Huehuetenango
- — Brazil Mogiana
- — Defender Espresso Blend
Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-29. It is not a review: we have not tasted this brand's coffee. Ownership, roasting and sourcing claims belong to the brand and its published materials. While the brand provides specific producer information for some microlots, it was not possible to verify the specific farm names for every single-origin offering in their current catalog.