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Zest Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Zest Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsZest Coffee RoastersMontana coffee roastersBrazilEthiopiaIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
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Zest Specialty Coffee Roasters is a progressive, flavor-focused coffee company that originated in Melbourne and now operates a roastery in the United States. They are dedicated to the science and art of roasting, prioritizing consistency and quality through direct sourcing and advanced roast tracking technology. The brand serves both wholesale cafe partners and home coffee enthusiasts with a commitment to education and innovation.

Ownership
Zest Specialty Coffee Roasters is an independent, family-oriented coffee company founded in Melbourne, Australia, that has expanded its roasting operations to the United States.
Founded
2009
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Zest is known for its flavor-obsessed approach to specialty coffee, utilizing precise roast profiling and technology to ensure consistency. They are highly regarded for their award-winning coffee, including being voted Australia's Favorite Coffee Roaster at the 2025 Melbourne International Coffee Exhibition.
Sourcing countries
Brazil · Ethiopia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes direct relationships with farmers and focuses on traceability, often providing coffees that can be traced back to the specific farm and owner. They offer both micro-lot single-origin coffees and espresso blends composed of multiple single-origin components.
Notable coffees
  • — Mailman (Ethiopia Natural and Washed blend)
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Zest Coffee Roasters, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-02-04 · La Marzocco Home
Zest Specialty Coffee Roasters x La Marzocco Home

Zest Specialty Coffee Roasters was featured as the January roaster for La Marzocco Home. The coverage highlights the brand's origins in Melbourne and its expansion into the United States market.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-27. 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 confirms they are now roasting in the USA, the specific city of their US roastery is not explicitly stated on their primary website, though the user prompt identifies it as Missoula, Montana.

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