Support local AND enjoy a fresh roasted morning brew? Yes please!
From time to time we ask our Facebook followers for their local favourites. Recently, we put the call out for fave Alberta-based coffee roasters and did our fans ever deliver! Here’s some local heros, ahem, roasters for you to check out!
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Calgary Area Coffee Roasters
City of Calgary
Big Mountain Roasters – Suggested by: Ryan
- One line: Passionate about outstanding coffee.
- How to get it: Drop by the roasting plant and pick up a bag of beans directly from 1155K 44 Ave SE.
Calgary Heritage Roasting Company – Suggested by: Merilee
- One line: Founded by Wildland Fire Fighters that learned to roast craft coffee in the bush while on the fireline.
- How to get it: Drop into the coffee shop (2020 11 ST SE), order online, or buy a gift card for someone special.
Devil’s Head Coffee – Suggested by: Jenny
- One line: Elevate your day. Traceable, freshly roasted coffee. Simple.
- How to get it: Visit the roasterie (Bay 5, 5700 Barlow Trail S.E), order online (sample packs available), get a subscription. Free YYC delivery over $35!
Rosso Coffee Roasters – Suggested by: Laura
- One line: Providing world-class specialty coffee for all.
- How to get it: Visit their six cafes, number of partner cafes, order online (essential collection box available), or get a subscription.
Okotoks
Rebel Bean Roasters – Suggested by: ML, Merilee
- One line: You like flavour and freshness, sustainability, and supporting independent business. You are a Rebel and this is your coffee.
- How to get it: Shop at the roasterie or a number of retail locations and partner cafes, order online, or get a subscription.
Edmonton Area Coffee Roasters
City of Edmonton
ACE Coffee Roasters – Suggested by: Jenny
- One line: Our only goal is to source and roast great-tasting coffees for our customers.
- How to get it: ACE has 4 locations, order online, get a subscription, or take a class.
Anecdote Coffee – Suggested by: Bridgette, Lisa
- One line: “Real People, Real Stories.” Behind every cup of coffee, there’s a tale of dedication, hard work, and passion.
- How to get it: Visit a Square 1 cafe, or order online.
The Columbian – Suggested by: Chelsey
- One line: “Our goal is to source, roast and serve coffee you can feel great about drinking.”
- How to get it: Visit one of 4 cafes, order online, get a subscription, or catch their coffee truck, “The Coffee Mule.”
High Horse Coffee – Suggested by: Bridgette
- One line: Your coffee should have just as much personality as you do.
- How to get it: Order online (free delivery in Edmonton area) and watch for the coffee trailer out and about!
Rogue Wave Coffee – Suggested by: Kevin
- One line: We want to provide you with the coffee and gear that enables you to make a deeply satisfying cup of coffee in your home, office or cafe.
- How to get it: Visit the cafe (11322 119 Street), order online, get a subscription, or grab a gift card.
Roots of Colombia Coffee – Suggested by: El Mero Taco Truck
- One line: Born in Colombia, living in Edmonton. Roots of Colombia coffee comes exclusively from our family farm “El Agrado” which means “Pleased”. From our farm to your cup, we bring you Roots of Colombia Coffee.
- How to get it: Find them at a market or order online (free local pick-up).
Sorrelina Coffee – Suggested by: Laura
- One line: Classic, curious, or wild, we got you.
- How to get it: Visit the brew bar (10546 82 Ave NW), order online, or join the sip club.
Transcend – Suggested by: Ryan
- One line: Edmonton’s original specialty coffee roaster, established in 2006.
- How to get it: Visit one of two cafes, order online, or get a subscription.
Beaumont
Brave Fox Coffee – Suggested by: Laura, Leah, Chantelle
- One line: Freshly roasted coffee at a fair price with beans sourced from some of the best places (and people!) on the planet.
- How to get it: Order online.
Devon
BeanZilla Coffee Co. – Suggested by: Tammy
- One line: A great cup of coffee is an experience.
- How to get it: Catch them at a market or order online.
Leduc
Alternate Route Coffee Co – Suggested by: Kellie, Valerie, Bryanna, Amanda
- One line: “Whether your path involves mountain peaks or paintbrush streaks, the only route that matters is the route that matters to you. We hope you enjoy our Alternate Route while you are living yours.”
- How to get it: Visit the Coffee Roastery and Tasting Room, order online, or get a subscription.
Sturgeon County
Riverbend Roasters – Suggested by: Jessica, Valerie, Brandy, Leanne
- One line: Artisan coffee proudly roasted in Sturgeon County, Alberta, Canada.
- How to get it: Visit the website for a list of local retailers or reach out by email or phone.
Sherwood Park
Roasti Coffee Company – Suggested by: Christal, Chelsea
- One line: Specialty roasted coffee in an accessible and approachable way that elevates an everyday experience.
- How to get it: Visit the Roastery (19, 52 Brentwood Blvd), or order online (sampler pack available, free local delivery).
Rocky Mountains
Banff
Banff Roasting Company – Suggested by: Salina
- One line: We Roast our Beans, we don’t Burn them!
- How to get it: Visit the roasterie on Saturdays (141 Eagle Crescent), select retailers, or order online (sampler pack available).
Canmore
Eclipse Coffee Roasters – Suggested by: Kathleen
- One line: Provide a personal touch with great customer service while sourcing and roasting exceptional coffee.
- How to get it: 3 locations in Canmore, order online, get a subscription, or gift card.
Crowsnest Pass
Crowsnest Coffee Company – Suggested by: Jade, Caitlin
- One line: Fuel For Life’s Adventures.
- How to get it: Available at select retailers, or order online.
Jasper
Rocky Mountain Roasters – Suggested by: Heather
- One line: Certified “Fair Trade” coffee roaster and part of a global plan supporting a proper standard of living for coffee growers and their families.
- How to get it: Buy it online or at select retailers.
Turner Valley
Black Sheep Coffee – Suggested by: Linda
- One line: Coffee made with the understanding that the RIGHT way to brew coffee is the way YOU like it!
- How to get it: At the cafe (105 Sunset Blvd SE) or order online.
Southern Alberta Coffee Roasters
Drumheller
Black Mountain Roasters – Suggested by: Jenny
- One line: A cafe with a wide selection of specialty coffees, locally roasted beans as well as high quality coffee supplies.
- How to get it: At the cafe (150 3rd Ave W) or order online.
Lethbridge
Cupper’s Coffee & Tea – Suggested by: Tracy, Amber
- One line: Taste the world in your cup – ethically sourced and meticulously roasted coffee beans.
- How to get it: At the cafe (1502c 3rd Avenue South) or order online.
Central Alberta Coffee Roasters
Camrose
NRG Coffee Company – Suggested by: Regan
- One line: Life isn’t perfect, but your coffee can be.
- How to get it: At a market, order online, or get a subscription.
Rolling Hills – Suggested by: Bridgette
- One line: Providing you with quality beans, and the know how to make it right every time!
- How to get it: Find at a market, select retailers, or order online (sample packs available).
Innisfail
Dark Woods Brewing – Suggested by: Lisa, Tammy
- One line: Bringing you a unique beer and coffee experience, specializing in small-batch craft beer and freshly roasted coffee from around the world.
- How to get it: Visit the Innisfail taproom, Gasoline Alley location, or order online.
Wainwright
Apple Tree Coffee – Suggested by: Patti
- One line: Locally crafted coffee based out of Amisk, Alberta.
- How to get it: Find in select retailers, order online or purchase a gift card.
Northern Alberta Coffee Roasters
Beaverlodge
Rustic Woods Roasters – Suggested by: Kirsten
- One line: Specializing in single-origin coffees and signature blends, and our mission is to let you taste how delicious the world truly is.
- How to get it: Order online, get a subscription, or give as a gift.
Grande Prairie
Ole Smokes Coffee – Suggested by: Jen, Kim
- One line: Smoked beans, not just roasted.
- How to get it: Select local retailers, Ole Smokes Coffee & Roastery (10003 92 St #701), or order online (sample packs available).
St Paul
Backroad Farmhouse Coffee Roastery – Suggested by: Dawn
- One line: Whether it’s first thing in the morning, or at the end of your day, we want every sip to taste the best.
- How to get it: Order online or arrange a local pick-up in St Paul.
Whitecourt
Rasp Coffee – Suggested by: Nicole
- One line: Every family campfire, every game of shinny on the pond, should have a satisfying roast nearby.
- How to get it: Find at select local retailers or order online .
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