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Sextant Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Sextant Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsSextant Coffee RoastersCalifornia coffee roastersEthiopiaKenyaColombiaBrazilIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Sextant Coffee Roasters is a San Francisco-based independent roastery and cafe founded by Kinani Ahmed, a first-generation Ethiopian entrepreneur. The company specializes in sourcing high-quality beans through direct relationships with farmers, with a particular emphasis on showcasing the diverse flavor profiles of Ethiopian coffee. Their roasting operation is located in the SOMA district, where they utilize professional equipment to highlight the inherent sweetness and complexity of their selections.

Ownership
Sextant Coffee Roasters is an independent, family-owned business founded and operated by Kinani Ahmed.
Founded
2014
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is widely recognized for its focus on Ethiopian coffee, reflecting the founder's heritage, and its direct-trade relationships with farmers in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Colombia.
Sourcing countries
Ethiopia · Kenya · Colombia · Brazil
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes direct-trade relationships with farmers and producers, often citing personal connections to the sources. While they highlight specific regions like Yirgacheffe and partner farms in Ethiopia, they do not consistently publish the names of individual farms or farmers for every offering in their public catalog.
Notable coffees
  • — Black Lion - Yirgacheffe Heirloom
  • — The Windsor - Brazil
  • — Connoisseur - Colombia
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Sextant Coffee Roasters

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.

Black Lion - Best Seller Organic Yirgacheffe Heirloom - Ethiopian Coffee

Yirgacheffe, Ethiopia · Natural

This heavy, juicy, and aromatic coffee features sweet, floral notes with a malty, blueberry finish.

Original roaster or listing source

Da G.O.A.T - Best Seller Organic - For Drip Ethiopian Coffee

Kochere, Yirgacheffe, Ethiopia · Washed

This syrupy, medium-bodied coffee boasts intense sweet and spicy aromas with notes of peach and cherry cola.

Original roaster or listing source

Maiden Voyage -Best Seller Organic Espresso - Ethiopian Coffee

Ethiopia

A 100% Ethiopian blend that features a syrupy, heavy body with notes of mixed berries, cocoa, and cherry cola.

Original roaster or listing source

External 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: Sextant Coffee Roasters

Documented physical retailers
Sextant Coffee Roasters (1415 Folsom Street)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Flagship cafe and roastery in San Francisco selling whole bean coffee bags.
Physical
Sextant Coffee Roasters (539 Valencia Street)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Cafe location in San Francisco selling whole bean coffee bags.
Physical
Sextant Coffee Roasters (201 3rd Street)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Cafe location in San Francisco selling whole bean coffee bags.
Physical
Documented online sources
Sextant Coffee Roasters's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website offers direct-to-consumer sales of whole bean coffee and subscriptions.
Website

I was able to verify that Sextant Coffee Roasters sells its coffee through its own three physical cafe locations in San Francisco and its official e-commerce website; no third-party retail partners were identified in the search results.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Nov 11, 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 Sextant Coffee Roasters, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-10-19 · Hoodline
Ritual Coffee Plans a Café at California and Battery

A report on shifting retail trends in San Francisco's Financial District highlights that independent operators like Sextant Coffee Roasters are expanding as larger chains retreat. The article notes that landlords are increasingly offering flexible lease terms to attract these local coffee brands.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-17. 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 direct-trade relationships, I could not verify the specific names of every individual farm or washing station for their current rotating seasonal offerings.

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