Hey David and Shawn, Garrett here from Fresh Cup Magazine / RoasterLink with a few recommendations for roasters in our network who might be a good fit for HotSpot. Each of these three suppliers have sophisticated supply chain and roasting operations capable of delivering the volume and reliability you’re looking for.
I’ll be giving these roasters your information so they can follow-up as well.
Peace Coffee
Peace is primarily a wholesale operation with a far-reaching grocery/retail footprint. You’ve likely seen some of their coffee around. They’re well-known for their sustainability and ethical standards and all coffees are Certified Organic and Fair Trade.
2801 21st Ave South, Unit 130
Minneapolis, MN 55407
http://www.peacecoffee.com/
Marc Hubble
marc@peacecoffee.com
Summit Coffee
Summit is a Davidson, NC-based cafe franchise chain that’s growing quickly. We hosted Brian (CEO) at a coffee expo panel last year and I can say he’s a very savvy operator with a great team. There will likely be meaningful shipping cost advantages to working with a partner so close.
10433 Bailey Rd.
Suite H
Cornelius, NC, 28031
summitcoffee.com
Brian Helfrich
brian@summitcoffee.com
Texas Coffee Traders
TCT is a well-established roaster here in Texas with a strong footprint nationally. Brand new facility, lots of capacity. They also have the broadest range of coffee flavors and prices of our three recommendations.
1400 E 4th St
Austin, TX, 78702
https://www.texascoffeetraders.com/
Alli Anderson
We hope these are helpful! If you have any follow-up questions, I’m happy to answer. Just let me know how we can be helpful 🙂
garrett (at) freshcup.com