America’s Most Loved Roasters: Rhode Island

Our “America’s Most Loved Roasters” series now casts its gaze upon the smallest state, yet one with a significant coffee heart: Rhode Island. Beyond its charming coastal towns and historic cities, the Ocean State is home to a dedicated and growing community of coffee artisans. We’ve explored local discussions and online reviews to spotlight 10 highly-regarded roasters, celebrated for bringing exceptional roasted coffee beans to Rhode Islanders.

Rhode Island’s Top Coffee Roasters

Here are some of Rhode Island’s most celebrated coffee roasters, highly recommended by coffee enthusiasts across various online platforms:

1. New Harvest Coffee Roasters
   • Main Location (Pawtucket): 1005 Main St, Pawtucket, RI 02860
   • Website: https://newharvestcoffee.com/
   • A leading specialty roaster in Rhode Island, highly praised for its experienced roasters, diverse bean selection, and commitment to quality.
2. Coffee Exchange
   • Main Location (Providence): 207 Wickenden St, Providence, RI 02903
   • Website: https://www.coffeeexchange.com/
   • A long-standing and beloved Providence institution, known for its consistent quality, variety of roasts, and popular cafe.
3. Borealis Coffee Company
   • Main Location (Riverside): 250 Water St, Riverside, RI 02915
   • Website: https://www.borealiscoffee.com/
   • Highly recommended for its expertly roasted beans, especially for espresso, and its commitment to quality.
4. Bolt Coffee
   • Main Location (Providence): 612 Dean St, Providence, RI 02903 (and others)
   • Website: https://boltcoffee.com/
   • A popular specialty roaster in Providence, known for its modern approach, beautiful cafes, and high-quality offerings.
5. Mills Coffee Roasting Company
   • Main Location (Providence – Wholesale): 765 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903
   • Website: https://millscoffeeroasting.wordpress.com/
   • One of the nation’s oldest family-owned roasters (since 1860), offering a wide array of classic blends and single origins.
6. Dave’s Coffee
   • Main Location (Charlestown): 5240 Post Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813
   • Website: https://davescoffee.com/
   • A beloved local roaster with multiple cafes, famous for its coffee syrup and consistent, well-loved roasted beans.
7. Simple Merchant Coffee
   • Main Location (Pawtucket): 2 Bayley St #5, Pawtucket, RI 02860
   • Website: https://simplemerchantcoffee.com/
   • A smaller, highly-regarded roaster gaining recognition for its attention to detail and flavorful, often espresso-focused, roasts.
8. Springline Coffee
   • Main Location (Newport): (Primarily online, check website for retail partners)
   • Website: https://springlinecoffee.com/
   • A newer, artisan roaster with a maritime theme, praised for its curated selections and fast delivery of fresh roasts.
9. Grounded Coffee Co.
   • Main Location (Middletown): 330 E Main Rd, Middletown, RI 02842
   • Website: https://www.groundedcoffeeco.com/
   • A popular local spot that roasts its own quality coffee, known for its inviting atmosphere.
10. The Coffee Guy
    • Main Location (Warwick): (Check their Facebook/social media for current locations or pop-ups)
    • Website: (Often found via social media, smaller operation)
    • A passionate local roaster and mobile coffee truck, gaining a loyal following for fresh and delicious brews.

Rhode Island’s coffee scene is as charming and concentrated as the state itself, offering a delightful array 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 Ocean State roasts, our Coffee Chronicles journey will certainly lead us to discover their unique offerings firsthand. Happy brewing in Rhode Island!

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