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Speedwell Coffee Company

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IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm & producer level
TagsSpeedwell Coffee CompanyMassachusetts coffee roastersEthiopiaGuatemalaColombiaIndependentFarm & producer levelRoasts in-house
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Speedwell Coffee is a specialty roaster based in Plymouth, Massachusetts, that has been operating since 2008. The company specializes in wholesale coffee programs, providing equipment, training, and technical support to cafes and restaurants. They maintain a strong focus on quality, small-batch roasting, and building long-term relationships with both producers and local business clients. Beyond their wholesale operations, they offer retail sales of coffee, tea, and brewing gear, while emphasizing a mission to foster mutually beneficial relationships with employees, vendors, and customers. Their market position is defined by a commitment to traceability and professional service, aiming to support partners from the initial planning stages through to daily operations.

Ownership
Speedwell Coffee is an independent, family-founded company owned by Derek Anderson.
Founded
2008
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Speedwell is known for its focus on wholesale partnerships with cafes and restaurants throughout Southeastern New England and its commitment to small-batch, roast-to-order specialty coffee.
Sourcing countries
Ethiopia · Guatemala · Colombia
Farm-level sourcing
The company emphasizes traceability, stating that its coffees are sourced to the farm and producer level to ensure quality and fair compensation. They offer a variety of single-origin coffees alongside their blends.
Notable coffees
  • — Ethiopia Yirgacheffe
  • — Ethiopia Guji Natural
  • — La Terraza Pink Bourbon Honey
  • — Guatemala La Providencia
  • — Colombia La Magdalena
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Speedwell Coffee Company

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.

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: Speedwell Coffee Company

Documented physical retailers
Speedwell Coffee Company
Historical source note (not live inventory): The company's roastery headquarters in Plymouth, Massachusetts, offers local pickup for orders.
Physical
Documented online sources
Speedwell Coffee Company's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand sells its full range of specialty coffee beans, subscriptions, and brewing equipment directly through its website.
Website

I was able to verify that Speedwell Coffee sells its products directly through its own website and at its physical roastery in Plymouth, MA; while the brand mentions an interactive map for local retailers on its website, the map itself was not accessible to confirm specific third-party store names.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 18, 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 Speedwell Coffee Company, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-08-10 · QSR Magazine
Mike & Patty's Introduces New Lineup of Iced Coffees

The restaurant brand Mike & Patty's has launched a new specialty iced coffee program featuring beverages crafted with slow-dripped Speedwell Coffee. The collaboration highlights Speedwell's role as a wholesale partner in the quick-service restaurant space.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-01. 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 company emphasizes its commitment to fair pricing and producer relationships, no specific, verifiable philanthropic programs or charitable partnerships were found on their website or in public records.

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