Counter Culture Coffee
ActiveOverview
Counter Culture Coffee is a specialty coffee roaster based in Durham, North Carolina, founded in 1995, known for sourcing single-origin coffees and operating roasting facilities in Durham and Emeryville, California.14 The company maintains regional training centers in multiple U.S. cities for coffee preparation education and events.1
History
Counter Culture Coffee was founded in 1995 in Durham, North Carolina.1 It expanded roasting operations to a second facility in Emeryville, California.1 The company established training locations across U.S. cities including Asheville, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.1
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Single-Origin Coffees | exceptional sourced varietals | $15 - $25 |
| La Golondrina Offering | Colombian organic cooperative blend | $18 - $22 |
| Whole Bean Coffees | fresh-roasted retail bags | $12 - $20 |
Manufacturing
Coffee is roasted in two production facilities located in Durham, North Carolina (headquarters) and Emeryville, California.1
Notable Products
- La Golondrina - Organic coffee from Cauca, Colombia's Orgánica cooperative since 2007, with flavors of milk chocolate, cherry, and nut.
- Single-Origin Roasts - Exceptional single-origin coffees sourced and fresh-roasted.
Reputation
Counter Culture Coffee is recognized among coffee professionals for its specialty roasting and training programs in multiple U.S. cities.1 It sources from cooperatives like Orgánica in Colombia, noted for consistent quality.3