Roaster · United States
Stumptown Coffee Roasters
The Portland pioneer that helped define American third-wave coffee and direct trade.
Founded by Duane Sorenson in Portland in 1999, Stumptown Coffee Roasters became one of the defining names of the American third wave, helping popularise direct trade — buying coffee straight from farmers at premium prices and publishing those relationships. Its expansion to New York, Seattle, and Los Angeles in the late 2000s, along with its early bottled cold brew, brought specialty coffee to a much wider audience. Stumptown's blue-and-red branding and Hair Bender espresso blend became cultural touchstones. Acquired by Peet's parent company in 2015, it remains a historically pivotal roaster that shaped sourcing ethics and café culture across the US.
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Beans from Stumptown Coffee Roasters
Blend Trio
This box set includes three of our most popular coffee blends, making it a great gift or introduction to our coffee.
ViewCosta Rica · Tarrazú
Costa Rica Sumava De Lourdes
This SL28 varietal coffee is processed using the unique Black Moon Process and dried on raised beds under the sun.
ViewEcho Canyon Half-Caff
This half-caff blend offers full-throttle flavor for drip, French press, or pour-over brewing with a little less buzz.
ViewEthiopia · Sidamo
Ethiopia Nano Challa
Heirloom varieties and exceptional growing conditions combined with immaculate processing make Nano Challa's quality renowned in the coffee world.
ViewEvergreen
Evergreen is a special seasonal blend featuring coffees from some of our finest producer partnerships for the winter season.
ViewGround Holler Mountain
Holler Mountain is a signature organic blend that comes pre-ground and ready for your filter.
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Last updated: October 14, 2026