Roaster · United States
Caffe Vita
Caffe Vita Coffee Roasting Co. is an independent, locally owned Seattle-based roaster founded in 1995 that hand-roasts coffee in small batches across three roasteries in Seattle, Brooklyn, and Phoenix.

Caffe Vita Coffee Roasting Co. has operated as an independent, locally owned business since 1995, with a roasting philosophy centered on craft, farmer intentionality, and community. The company hand-roasts its coffee on vintage German machines at three roasteries located in Seattle, Brooklyn, and Phoenix, producing small-batch roasts designed to highlight the unique qualities of each coffee and the work of the producers behind it. Caffe Vita emphasizes a transparent and responsible supply chain, collaborating closely with suppliers to source high-quality coffee that meets both quality and ethical standards. Beyond coffee, the roaster is committed to building community through partnerships with local non-profits focused on outreach, education, enrichment, and self-expression. Its product range includes blends, espresso, single-origin offerings, decaf, organics, and cold brew, alongside a wholesale program and retail café locations.
In the Encyclopedia
Beans from Caffe Vita
Colombia · Huila
Novacella Decaf
Versatile decaf from Colombia's Huila region with balanced flavor and subtle sweetness.
Indonesia · Sumatra Mandheling
Organic Sumatra Gayo River
Organic Sumatra coffee with wet-hulled process and nuanced terroir notes.
Ethiopia · Sidamo
In The Garden: Ethiopia Sidamo Taferi Kela
Ethiopian Sidamo with floral, stone fruit and citrus notes from woman-led Bette Buna farm.
Last updated: June 27, 2026