Ross House Coffee at 320 W. Magnolia Ave. in Auburn, Alabama, officially closed on April 1, 2026, after the business chose not to renew its lease. The space was slated to be replaced by a new tea shop.
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Auburn, Alabama, Alabama · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Ross House Coffee
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
Visit Ross House Coffee's site Ross House Coffee is a specialty coffee roaster located in a historic 120-year-old residence in Auburn, Alabama. The shop focuses on providing a welcoming environment for students and locals while emphasizing fresh, small-batch roasted coffee and house-made syrups. It has become a staple of the local community by combining historic preservation with a commitment to quality specialty coffee.
Ownership
Ross House Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Toni Holt. It was established in partnership with property owner Stephen Benson to preserve a historic residence in Auburn.
Founded
2017
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its historic, house-turned-coffee-roastery setting that serves as a popular study and gathering spot for Auburn University students and the local community. It is also recognized for its in-house roasting operation and house-made syrups.
Sourcing countries
Bolivia · Colombia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources green coffee for its in-house roasting program, but does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer names. Offerings typically include single-origin coffees, such as those from Bolivia and Colombia, which are roasted in small batches.
In the news
Recent news and media coverage about Ross House Coffee, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
2026-03-24 · The Plainsman
West Magnolia Ross House closing, tea shop opening April 1 Sources used in this deep dive
- https://rosshousecoffee.com/
- https://www.aotourism.com/blog/post/exploring-ross-house-a-must-visit-destination-for-coffee-connoisseurs
- https://dailycoffeenews.com/2017/08/16/new-ross-house-roastery-saves-110-year-old-house-in-auburn-alabama
- https://roastersmap.com/coffee-roasters-alabama/auburn/rosshouse-coffee
- https://www.thebamabuzz.com/the-auburn-opelika-coffee-trail-features-a-curated-blend-of-16-unique-coffee-shops
- https://www.aotourism.com/blog/post/exploring-ross-house-a-must-visit-destinatio
- https://dailycoffeenews.com/2017/08/16/new-ross-house-roastery-saves-110-year-ol
- https://www.mapquest.com/us/alabama/ross-house-coffee-376210629
- https://linkedin.com/in/toni-holt-04077789
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-28. 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's website and local coverage confirm they roast in-house and source from specific countries like Bolivia and Colombia, they do not publish detailed information regarding specific farm or producer names.