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Small Planes Coffee

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Small Planes Coffee; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsSmall Planes CoffeeDistrict of Columbia coffee roastersIndependentRoasts in-house
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Small Planes Coffee is a specialty roastery based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to bridging the gap between coffee producers and consumers. Founded by the team behind Peregrine Espresso, the company focuses on ethical sourcing, sustainability, and creating meaningful connections through high-quality coffee. They operate their own roasting facility near the National Arboretum, offering a range of coffees for both home brewers and wholesale partners.

Ownership
Small Planes Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Ryan and Jill Jensen. It operates as a separate LLC from their other venture, Peregrine Espresso.
Founded
2017
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Small Planes is known for its focus on fostering direct, accountable relationships with coffee producers and its commitment to high-quality, small-batch roasting in the Washington, D.C. area.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes building direct, accountable relationships with producers and working with trusted importing partners to ensure transparent pricing. While they prioritize traceability and the character of the terroir, their website does not consistently list specific farm or farmer names for their current offerings.
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Small Planes Coffee

These are examples recorded during editorial research on Sep 27, 2026. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.

Arboretum

Varies · Varies

This seasonal blend is designed to be a balanced and versatile coffee suitable for both filter and espresso brewing.

Original roaster or listing source

Colombia La Muralla

San Agustín, Huila, Colombia · Washed

A fruity and complex coffee with deep, balanced notes of pomegranate and stone fruit.

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.

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Retailer information: Small Planes Coffee

Documented physical retailers
Small Planes Coffee Roastery
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's own roastery location in Washington, D.C. sells bags of coffee.
Physical
Peregrine Espresso
Historical source note (not live inventory): A D.C.-based cafe partner that serves and sells the brand's coffee.
Physical
Shop Made in DC
Historical source note (not live inventory): A local retailer that carries the brand's coffee on their shelves.
Physical
Each Peach Market
Historical source note (not live inventory): A specialty grocer that stocks the brand's coffee.
Physical
Whole Foods Market
Historical source note (not live inventory): Carries the brand's coffee at locations across D.C., Northern Virginia, and Baltimore.
Physical
Documented online sources
Small Planes Coffee's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website offers direct-to-consumer sales of their coffee beans.
Website
Coffi
Historical source note (not live inventory): An online coffee marketplace that features and sells Small Planes Coffee products.
Website

I was able to verify the brand's physical retail presence through their official store locator and their online presence through their own website and the Coffi marketplace; however, I could not verify current stock at every individual cafe mentioned in older press releases.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials — last checked Oct 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 Small Planes Coffee, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-10-13 · FLTR Magazine
Best specialty coffee shops in Washington, DC

This guide to Washington, D.C.'s specialty coffee scene highlights Small Planes Coffee as a key local roaster. The article notes that the company supplies coffee to the established Peregrine Espresso shops.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-03. 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 relationships and transparency, I could not verify a specific list of current sourcing countries or named farms on their public-facing website.

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