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Silverbird Roasting Company

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IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm & producer level
TagsSilverbird Roasting CompanyMinnesota coffee roastersKenyaColombiaIndependentFarm & producer levelRoasts in-house
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Silverbird Roasting Co. is a Minneapolis-based specialty coffee roaster founded by U.S. Roasting Champion Tony Querio. The company focuses on high-quality, traceable sourcing and consistent roasting profiles for both wholesale distribution and its flagship retail location, Silverbird Coffee & More. The brand balances a commitment to professional-grade coffee excellence with a welcoming, community-focused approach to cafe service.

Ownership
Silverbird Roasting Co. is an independent, family-owned business founded by Tony Querio and co-managed with his wife, Caitlin Querio.
Founded
2020
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its high-quality, ethically sourced coffee and the expertise of its founder, Tony Querio, a U.S. Coffee Roasting Champion. It is recognized for maintaining a consistent, approachable coffee program that serves both wholesale partners and its own retail cafe.
Sourcing countries
Kenya · Colombia
Farm-level sourcing
Silverbird provides detailed information for its single-origin offerings, frequently naming specific producers, washing stations, or producer groups such as the Asociación Los Naranjos or the AMACA women's group. They emphasize traceability and direct relationships, often highlighting the specific farm or cooperative behind each coffee. Their offerings include both distinct single-origin selections and seasonal blends.
Notable coffees
  • — Karindundu - Kenya (Gold Label)
  • — Faiber Bolaños - Colombia (Gold Label Reserve)
  • — El Tambo - Colombia
  • — Stingray (Seasonal Blend)
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Silverbird Roasting Company, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2025-12-03 · Daily Coffee News
Silverbird Roasting Touches Down with First Cafe in Minneapolis

Silverbird Roasting Co., founded by 2016 U.S. Coffee Roasting Champion Tony Querio, opened its first brick-and-mortar cafe, Silverbird Coffee & More, in the Kingfield neighborhood of Minneapolis. The 1,800-square-foot space serves as a retail showcase for the company's roasting program.

2025-11-10 · Mpls.St.Paul Magazine
New Coffeeshop Silverbird Coffee Is Now Open

Silverbird Coffee & More has opened in the former Kruse Markit space in Minneapolis. The cafe is operated by Tony and Caitlin Querio, who previously supplied coffee to various local cafes and managed the Acorn Coffee Co. subscription service.

2025-03-20 · Southwest Voices
Silverbird Roasting Co. moving into Kruse Markit space

Local coffee supplier Silverbird Roasting Co. announced plans to open its first physical cafe in the former Kruse Markit space in the Kingfield neighborhood. The project is led by owners Tony and Caitlin Querio.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-24. 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 provides extensive transparency for its single-origin coffees, a comprehensive list of every country currently in their sourcing rotation is not explicitly aggregated on a single page.

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