Sugar Bee Espresso
Multi-region
This medium roast espresso blend features syrupy, sweet, and chocolatey flavor profiles.
Original roaster or listing source US Brand Directory
Bellingham, Washington · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Tony's Coffee
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsTony's CoffeeWashington coffee roastersGuatemalaEthiopiaColombiaPeruSumatraMexicoHondurasIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
Visit Tony's Coffee's site Tony's Coffee is a historic Bellingham-based roaster that has been a cornerstone of the Pacific Northwest coffee community since 1971. The company is deeply committed to environmental stewardship, operating a carbon-neutral roastery and focusing on ethically sourced, organic, and Fair Trade beans. They balance a legacy of traditional small-batch roasting with modern sustainability goals, earning national acclaim including the 2021 Roaster of the Year award.
Ownership
The company is independent and family-owned. It was founded by Tony Campbell and subsequently acquired by the Elliott family in the mid-1980s, with Todd Elliott serving as CEO since 2000.
Founded
1971
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Tony's Coffee is widely recognized as a pioneer of the Pacific Northwest specialty coffee scene and a leader in sustainable, carbon-neutral roasting practices. They are highly regarded for their long-standing commitment to organic, Fair Trade, and shade-grown coffee sourcing.
Sourcing countries
Guatemala · Ethiopia · Colombia · Peru · Sumatra · Mexico · Honduras
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes direct relationships with farmer-owned cooperatives and frequently highlights the regions and cooperatives behind their coffees. While they provide detailed information about their sourcing philosophy and partnerships, they generally market their offerings by region or cooperative rather than naming individual smallholder farms for every single-origin release.
Notable coffees
- — Espresso Noir
- — Cafe Carmelita
- — Ethiopia Yirgacheffe
- — Guatemala Antigua
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Tony's Coffee
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.
Espresso Noir
Multi-region
A dark roast blend characterized by notes of brown sugar and a velvety crema.
Original roaster or listing sourceUpland Blend
Multi-region
A medium roast blend offering notes of almond, milk chocolate, and a sweet finish.
Original roaster or listing sourceHalf Calf
Multi-region
A balanced medium roast blend designed to provide half the caffeine of a standard cup.
Original roaster or listing sourceMexico Chiapas
Chiapas, Mexico
A medium roast single origin coffee featuring a creamy mouthfeel with notes of cocoa and roasted almond.
Original roaster or listing sourceExternal 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: Tony's Coffee
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): The university serves the brand's custom 'All Nighter' blend across its campus dining facilities.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website offers their full range of coffee, subscriptions, and brewing gear with local pickup options at their Bellingham roastery.
Website
Historical source note (not live inventory): A regional home delivery service that carries a selection of Tony's Coffee 12oz bags.
Website
Historical source note (not live inventory): A coffee subscription and marketplace platform that ships Tony's Coffee nationwide.
Website
Historical source note (not live inventory): An online retailer that stocks various Tony's Coffee whole bean and K-Cup products.
Website
I was able to verify the brand's direct-to-consumer online store, several third-party online marketplaces, and their institutional presence at Western Washington University; however, specific physical grocery store locations were not listed in a searchable database, though the brand notes they supply natural grocers throughout Western Washington.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Nov 1, 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 Tony's Coffee, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
2026-09-10 · Sprudge
Forecast Coffee In Bellingham Focuses In On Farmers Tony's Coffee is operating a new coffee brand called Forecast Coffee, which emphasizes ecological farming and climate change awareness. The brand, which launched in late 2022, donates 5% of its profits to agroforestry programs in Africa.
2026-07-01 · PCC Community Markets
Brewing something better: PCC Value and Tony’s Coffee Tony's Coffee continues its long-standing partnership with PCC Community Markets, producing the retailer's private label 'PCC Value' coffee. The Bellingham-based roaster maintains its focus on sustainability and small-batch production as it works toward a goal of being historically carbon neutral by 2030.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://www.tonyscoffee.com/shop
- https://www.smithbrothersfarms.com/tonys-coffee
- https://beanbox.com/coffee/roaster/tonys-coffee/41
- https://www.circlexcountrystore.com/collections/tonys-coffee
- https://window.wwu.edu/tonys-coffee-x-wwu
- https://www.tonyscoffee.com/wholesale
- https://tonyscoffee.com/
- https://tonyscoffee.com/product-category/coffee/
- https://www.seattlecoffeegear.com/collections/tony-s-coffee
- https://www.tonyscoffee.com/about
- https://www.thewaytocoffee.com/roasters/tony-s-coffee
- https://www.pccmarkets.com/sound-consumer/2026-07/brewing-something-better-pcc-value-and-tonys-coffee
- https://www.pccmarkets.com/sound-consumer/2021-01/tonys-coffee-named-roaster-of-
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/tony%27s-coffee
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-04. 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 information on their sustainability initiatives and cooperative partnerships, I could not verify a comprehensive, real-time list of every specific farm currently under contract for their seasonal single-origin offerings.