Lombard, Illinois, Illinois · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

Spiritus Coffee

IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level

TagsSpiritus Coffee Illinois coffee roasters Guatemala Brazil Costa Rica Ethiopia Independent Origin / region level Roasts in-house

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Spiritus Coffee is a mission-focused, small-batch roaster based in Lombard, Illinois, that integrates vocational training for students with developmental disabilities into its daily operations. By roasting to order and emphasizing a 'Sip in the Moment' philosophy, the company aims to transform coffee consumption into a mindful ritual. Their business model is deeply tied to social impact, supporting both local educational partnerships and mental health recovery initiatives.

Ownership

Spiritus Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Jason Holman and Nick Bianco.

Founded

2021

Roasting

Reported to roast in-house.

What it's known for

Spiritus Coffee is known for its mission-driven model, operating a roastery inside the S.E.A.L. Adult Transition Program school to provide vocational training and employment for young adults with developmental disabilities. They are also recognized for their 'Still Here' blend, which donates 100% of proceeds to mental health and addiction recovery organizations.

Sourcing countries

Guatemala · Brazil · Costa Rica · Ethiopia

Farm-level sourcing

The brand sources specialty-grade coffee from importers, focusing on farms and cooperatives that prioritize fair labor and sustainability. While they highlight specific regions and some producer relationships, their public-facing information generally categorizes coffees by origin or region rather than consistently naming individual farms for every offering.

Notable coffees

— Spiritus Signature Blend
— Aether Dark Roast (Guatemala and Brazil blend)
— Lilacia Blend
— Costa Rica Crisol
— Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Lucent

Sources used in this deep dive

Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-19. 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 ethical sourcing and relationships with importers, I could not verify the specific farm names for all current single-origin offerings beyond the general regions and cooperatives mentioned.

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