Roaster · United States
Lightwave Coffee
Lightwave Coffee is an award-winning specialty coffee roaster based in Los Angeles that focuses on light-roasting techniques to highlight the natural character of single-origin beans and artisanal blends.

Lightwave Coffee is an award-winning specialty coffee roaster located in Los Angeles, founded on the principles of quality, consistency, and the pursuit of exceptional flavor. The roastery is led by Joy Park, who brings over 15 years of experience and a background in hospitality to her craft. The company sources single-origin coffees and creates artisanal blends from growing regions worldwide, selecting only beans that meet high standards for quality and character. By utilizing a lighter roasting profile, Lightwave aims to preserve the natural, distinctive notes of the coffee, such as fruit, floral, and nutty profiles, rather than masking them with bitterness. The roastery maintains a close relationship with its sister cafe, Elabrew Coffee, which serves as a testing ground for customer feedback to continually refine their roasting process. Committed to the specialty coffee movement, Lightwave emphasizes the importance of elevation, processing, and origin in every cup, ensuring that each product offers a unique and balanced experience for the consumer.
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Beans from Lightwave Coffee
Colombia · Huila
Colombia Huila
This clean and balanced light-medium roast offers notes of honey, chocolate, and clementine for an approachable, everyday drinking experience.
Colombia · Huila
Colombia Valle Del Cauca Decaf
This high-quality single-origin Colombian decaf uses the Sugarcane EA process to preserve natural flavor and character for a smooth cup.
ViewCosta Rica · Tarrazú
Costa Rica Cordillera de Fuego
This anaerobic processed coffee from Tarrazú offers a juicy, jammy cup with distinctive natural cinnamon and raspberry notes.
Daylight Light Roast Blend
Daylight is a delicate, aromatic, and naturally sweet light roast blend with bright fruit, florals, and a refreshing tea-like body.
Dusk Dark Roast Blend
Dusk is a bold, full-bodied dark roast blend offering rich dark chocolate, toffee, and grape notes without harsh bitterness.
Ethiopia · Guji
Ethiopia Guji Danbi Udo
This fragrant single-origin coffee is smooth and delicate with jasmine-like florals, subtle pomegranate, light toffee, and a bright, tea-like character.
Last updated: October 14, 2026