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The Roasterie Coffee Co.

Owned by FairWave Specialty Coffee CollectiveRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level

TagsThe Roasterie Coffee Co.Kansas coffee roasters Costa Rica Colombia Owned by FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective Origin / region level Roasts in-house

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The Roasterie is a Kansas City-based coffee institution that has focused on air-roasting technology and direct trade sourcing since its inception. The company operates multiple cafés throughout the metropolitan area and maintains a strong commitment to community engagement and sustainable supply chain practices. They offer a wide range of products, including signature blends, single-origin coffees, and cold brew options.

Corporate ownership disclosure

The Roasterie Coffee Co. is owned by FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective

The Roasterie is an independent, locally owned and operated company founded by Danny O'Neill in 1993.

Ultimate owner: a mid-size coffee group

Ownership is disclosed when documented. Corporate parents can shape sourcing and independence claims. Public sources were researched as of 2026-10-22.

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Ownership

The Roasterie is an independent, locally owned and operated company founded by Danny O'Neill in 1993.

Founded

1993

Roasting

Reported to roast in-house.

What it's known for

The Roasterie is widely recognized for pioneering air-roasting technology in the Kansas City area to produce clean, consistent coffee. They are also known for their deep community roots, extensive local café presence, and long-standing direct trade relationships with coffee producers.

Sourcing countries

Costa Rica · Colombia

Farm-level sourcing

The brand emphasizes direct trade and long-term relationships with farmers, stating that approximately 80% of their coffee volume comes from invested producing communities. While they highlight specific regions and estates, such as Colombia Pitalito Estate, they do not consistently publish the names of individual farmers or specific farm plots for all offerings.

Notable coffees

— Colombia Pitalito Estate
— Kansas City Blend
— KC Kingdom Blend
— Super Tuscan Espresso
— Café Azteca
— 40 Sardines

Sources used in this deep dive

Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-22. 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 and long-term partnerships, I could not verify a comprehensive list of all current sourcing countries beyond those explicitly mentioned in their story and product descriptions.

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