Mississippi Grogg® ground
A flavored coffee featuring notes of butterscotch, caramel, and hazelnut.
Original roaster or listing source US Brand Directory
Dubuque, Iowa · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Verena Street
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
Visit Verena Street's site Verena Street is a craft-roasting coffee company based in Dubuque, Iowa, founded by cousins Eric and Michael Gantz. The brand specializes in producing accessible, high-quality coffee blends that are designed to avoid the extremes of sourness or bitterness. They distribute their products through grocery stores, club stores, and their own online platform, focusing on a balance of convenience and specialty-grade quality. The company draws its name from the childhood neighborhood of its founders, which was demolished for highway expansion in the early 2000s.
Ownership
Verena Street is an independent, family-owned company founded by first cousins Eric and Michael Gantz.
Founded
2010
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Verena Street is known for its small-batch, craft-roasted coffee blends that emphasize sustainability, including the use of Swiss Water Process decaffeination and Rainforest Alliance Certified beans.
Sourcing countries
Colombia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources beans from various international origins but does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer names. They focus on sourcing through sustainable channels such as Rainforest Alliance Certified farms and Fair Trade Organic cooperatives.
Notable coffees
- — Farmhouse Breakfast (Fair Trade Organic)
- — Rocking Chair (Swiss Water Process Decaf, Fair Trade Organic)
- — Barn Dancer (Fair Trade Organic)
- — Sunday Drive (Swiss Water Process Decaf)
Documented coffee offerings
Coffees researched from Verena Street
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.
Lock & Dam #11™ ground
A light/medium roast characterized by a smooth body and creamy complexity.
Original roaster or listing sourceBarn Dancer - Fair Trade Organic ground coffee
A light/medium roast described as lively, bright, and distinctive.
Original roaster or listing sourceBonfire Espresso - Fair Trade Organic whole bean coffee
A dark roast that is bold, silky, and complex.
Original roaster or listing sourceSumatra whole bean
Sumatra
A dark roast that is heavy, bold, and earthy.
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: Verena Street
Documented physical retailers
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sold in-store at this regional grocery chain.
Physical
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sold in-store at this regional grocery chain.
Physical
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sold in select locations of this national retailer.
Physical
Documented online sources
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's primary digital storefront offering their full range of coffee products.
Website
I was able to verify that Verena Street is sold in over 800 retail locations nationwide, specifically identifying Hy-Vee, Fareway, and select Walmart stores, alongside their own direct-to-consumer website; however, a comprehensive list of all 800+ physical retailers is not publicly indexed.
These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 15, 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 Verena Street, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
2025-09-25 · Telegraph Herald
Coffee product launches in remembrance of Galena artist Galena Canning Company partnered with Dubuque-based Verena Street Coffee Co. to relaunch its "Wake the F*** Up" coffee brand as a French roast. The collaboration serves as a tribute to a local Galena artist.
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://www.verenastreet.com/collections/coffee
- https://www.verenastreet.com/collections/12oz-bags-of-coffee
- https://www.verenastreet.com/collections/dark-roast
- https://www.verenastreet.com/collections/iowa-native
- https://www.verenastreet.com/
- https://www.verenastreet.com/collections/espresso
- https://www.verenastreet.com/pages/wholesale-coffee-distributors
- https://www.verenastreet.com/pages/reviews
- https://www.verenastreet.com/collections/types?q=coffee
- https://www.verenastreet.com/pages/about-us
- https://www.verenastreet.com/pages/verena-street-coffee
- https://www.verenastreet.com/collections/organic-ground-coffee
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-30. 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 its commitment to sustainability and Rainforest Alliance certification, no specific philanthropic programs or charitable giving initiatives were found on their website or in public records.