Our “America’s Most Loved Roasters” series continues its journey to the heartland, arriving in Kansas. While renowned for its vast prairies and welcoming communities, the Sunflower State also harbors a surprisingly vibrant and dedicated coffee scene, particularly in its growing urban centers. We’ve explored local discussions and online reviews to spotlight 10 highly-regarded roasters, celebrated for bringing exceptional roasted coffee beans to Kansans.
Kansas’s Top Coffee Roasters
Here are some of Kansas’s most celebrated coffee roasters, highly recommended by coffee enthusiasts across various online platforms:
- Messenger Coffee Co.
- Main Location (Kansas City, MO – but widely loved and distributed in KS): 1624 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
- Website: https://messengercoffee.com/
- Though based just across the state line in KC, MO, Messenger is a prominent and highly beloved roaster that supplies much of Kansas, known for its quality and popular cafes.
- PT’s Coffee Roasting Co.
- Main Location (Topeka): 1607 SW Tyler St, Topeka, KS 66612 (Roastery)
- Website: https://www.ptscoffee.com/
- An award-winning and nationally recognized roaster based in Topeka, a true leader in specialty coffee.
- Reverie Coffee Roasters
- Main Location (Wichita): 2202 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67214
- Website: https://reveriecoffee.com/
- A cornerstone of Wichita’s coffee scene, praised for its passion, community involvement, and excellent roasts.
- The Roasterie
- Main Location (Kansas City, MO – but widely loved and distributed in KS): 1204 W 27th St, Kansas City, MO 64108
- Website: https://theroasterie.com/
- Another major KC-based roaster that is very popular across Kansas, known for its air-roasted coffees and widespread presence.
- Monarch Coffee
- Main Location (Kansas City, MO – but widely loved and distributed in KS): 3550 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64111
- Website: https://monarchcoffeekc.com/
- Known for its beautiful cafes and commitment to high-quality, ethically sourced beans.
- Fellowship Coffee
- Main Location (Olathe): 11750 S Strang Line Rd, Olathe, KS 66062
- Website: https://fellowshipcoffee.org/
- A local favorite in the Kansas City metro area (KS side), praised for its mission and quality coffee.
- Ramblin’ Coffee
- Main Location (Wichita – mobile/pop-ups): Check social media for current locations.
- Website: https://ramblincoffee.com/
- A passionate mobile coffee bar and roaster gaining a strong following in Wichita.
- Coffeehouse by the Green
- Main Location (Kansas City, KS): 11823 Parallel Pkwy, Kansas City, KS 66109
- Website: (Check their Facebook/social media for best link)
- A popular local spot in KCK known for its welcoming atmosphere and quality coffee offerings.
- Default Coffee
- Main Location (Lawrence): (Check their website for where to buy beans/current cafe info)
- Website: https://defaultcoffee.com/
- A smaller, highly-regarded roaster from Lawrence known for its quality and thoughtful approach.
- The Bean Counter Coffee Co.
- Main Location (Lawrence): 1000 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66044
- Website: https://thebeancountercoffee.com/
- A long-standing local favorite in Lawrence, offering a wide array of roasted beans and a classic coffee shop experience.
Kansas’s coffee scene is steadily blossoming, offering a robust and inviting selection of roasted beans. This curated list provides a glimpse into the highly-regarded roasters that coffee enthusiasts consistently praise online. While I haven’t personally had the opportunity to sample every one of these excellent Sunflower State roasts, our Coffee Chronicles journey will certainly lead us to discover their unique offerings firsthand. Happy brewing in Kansas!
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