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Victrola Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Victrola Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
Owned by Vibe Coffee GroupRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsVictrola Coffee RoastersWashington coffee roastersRwandaCosta RicaOwned by Vibe Coffee GroupFarm levelRoasts in-house
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Victrola Coffee Roasters is a veteran Seattle specialty coffee company that has been roasting and serving premium beans since 2000. They operate multiple showcase cafes in Seattle and maintain a strong focus on the art and science of coffee, from sourcing to brewing. The company is recognized for its dedication to ethical farming and providing educational resources to both wholesale partners and retail customers.

Corporate ownership disclosure

Victrola Coffee Roasters is owned by Vibe Coffee Group

Victrola Coffee Roasters is owned by Vibe Coffee Group. The brand has maintained its identity as a Seattle-based specialty roaster since its acquisition.

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 2026-10-07.

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Ownership
Victrola Coffee Roasters is owned by Vibe Coffee Group. The brand has maintained its identity as a Seattle-based specialty roaster since its acquisition.
Founded
2000
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Victrola is known for its long-standing presence in the Seattle coffee scene, its focus on thought-provoking single-origin roasts, and its commitment to making coffee education accessible through public cuppings and cafe experiences.
Sourcing countries
Rwanda · Costa Rica
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes direct relationships with producers and cooperatives, often highlighting specific washing stations or cooperatives such as the Abakundakawa Co-op in Rwanda. They source both single-origin lots and curated blends, focusing on ethical trade practices. While they provide detailed stories about their producers, they do not consistently publish a full list of every farm for every offering.
Notable coffees
  • — Rwanda Gakenke Abakundakawa Co-op
  • — David Solano (Costa Rica)
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Victrola Coffee Roasters

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.

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Retailer information: Victrola Coffee Roasters

Documented physical retailers
Victrola Coffee Roasters (Pike St. Cafe)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Flagship cafe and roastery in Seattle selling retail bags of coffee.
Physical
Victrola Coffee Roasters (15th Ave. E. Cafe)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Neighborhood cafe in Capitol Hill selling retail bags of coffee.
Physical
Victrola Coffee Roasters (Beacon Hill Cafe)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Community-oriented cafe in Beacon Hill selling retail bags of coffee.
Physical
Victrola Coffee Roasters (3rd & Pine)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Downtown Seattle cafe location selling retail bags of coffee.
Physical
Victrola Coffee Roasters (NW Market St - Ballard)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Ballard neighborhood cafe selling retail bags of coffee.
Physical
Documented online sources
Victrola Coffee Roasters's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website offering single-origin coffees, blends, and subscriptions.
Website

I was able to verify that Victrola Coffee Roasters sells its coffee through its own network of five physical cafes in Seattle and its official e-commerce website; no third-party retail partners were identified in the provided search results.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 27, 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 Victrola Coffee Roasters, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-08-22 · Coffee Shop Acquisitions News
Victrola Coffee acquired Seattle Coffee Works

Victrola Coffee Roasters has acquired the Seattle Coffee Works brand, including its various cafe locations. This consolidation brings the Ballard-born coffee chain under the ownership of Vibe Coffee Group, which also owns Victrola.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-07. 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's website confirms their roasting operations and sourcing philosophy, I could not verify the current full list of all active sourcing countries beyond those explicitly mentioned in their recent blog and product archives.

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