Buying locally roasted coffee also has the advantage of being fresher, for a high-quality java juice. Did you know that coffee beans could get moldy? No thanks! Like many things, fresher coffee ends up being better for us, and could even result in fewer of the side effects coffee lovers ignore (we don’t talk about jitters!)
Buying from a local coffee roaster also means you can try unique blends and flavors, to switch it up or find a new favorite.
Here are five Wichita coffee roasters to check out (if you haven’t already!)
Local Roasters
Visit the retail store at 2828 E Douglas Ave in the Douglas Design District of Wichita.
You can browse the shop or set up a subscription for various flavor blends of coffees from different locations.
Nameless Coffee Co.
This business grew out of personal relationships with coffee farmers – how cool! They’re located at 1216 N. Mead, Wichita.
You can also order online and set up a subscription.
Pennant Coffee Roasters
Located in the Revolutsia Shopping District in Wichita, Kansas. Bags of roasted whole bean coffee, K-Cups, and their own collection of specialty coffee drinks are available for you to enjoy in the cafe. Order online here for quick pick-up!
Hours:
Sunday – Friday 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
PrairieFire Coffee Roasters
What started out as a one-man Wichita business in the 1960s, has grown so that now you’ll find this coffee across KS, OK, NE, MO, IA, AK, and TX.
You can purchase blends, flavored, and single-origin coffee on their website.
You can also choose to pick up orders at their office: 10821 E. 26th St. North (just north of 21st and Greenwich), Wichita
Reverie Roasters
Visit the original location to enjoy a cup of Wichita coffee! REVERIE & FOUNDERS BAKERY 2202 E Douglas Ave. Wichita Their coffees include the country of origin and tasting notes (plus some cool names.)
You can also visit: REVERIE ROASTERS AT MOJOS 300 E. 27th St. North Newton
Or try their drive-through at REVERIE ROASTERS EXPRESS 220 E. 12th St. Newton
You can order online for a one-time purchase or subscription, with options for delivery or pickup, including at Mojos at Bethel College in North Newton.
The Spice Merchant & Co.
Visit the historic Mentholatum Company at 1300 E. Douglas, Wichita for dozens of amazing coffee scents and flavors, roasted in-house.
You can also order online, choosing your grind preference as well.
