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Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company has been a family-run specialty coffee roaster in beautiful Carmel, California for over 30 years, founded in 1994 with a commitment to "Lifting Fog & Breaking Waves." The company operates exclusively with certified organic beans, having been CCOF (California Certified Organic Farmers) certified since 2003 and maintaining USDA organic and Fair Trade USA certifications. The roastery is built on the core values of genuine hospitality and taking care of people, with their employees, community, and environment riding shotgun in all business decisions. This commitment to their coastal home is paramount to their operation and can be tasted in the Carmel Valley Coffee experience. The company prides itself on being rooted in art and community, connecting with both locals and visitors daily at their three coffeehouses while extending that personal connection to online customers whose morning coffee ritual transports them back to Carmel's quaint cottages, artist galleries, and stunning coastline. At the heart of their operation lies "Big Vinny," a vintage 1940s Farina Italian coffee roaster that has been blending the art and science of roasting for decades. Under the expert guidance of their master roaster Rory, who has led the roasting operations for nearly a decade, the company maintains a simple roasting philosophy that relies on both art and science. They stay within the Full City to true French roasting range, sourcing only the finest certified organic Arabica beans and roasting them in small batches to bring out the inherent flavors without over-roasting. The company specializes in handcrafted, small-batch roasting with a "roasted to order" philosophy, shipping coffee within hours rather than days or weeks to ensure maximum freshness. Their product line includes beloved signature blends like their best-selling Foglifter®, organic single origins, and specialty offerings including their popular Defogger® decaf, which is naturally water-processed. All products are certified organic and many are Fair Trade certified, ensuring no chemicals, herbicides, or pesticides are used in the growing process. Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company operates both retail and wholesale operations, serving Northern California's hospitality industry with custom signature roasts and their award-winning lineup of international blends. They maintain three physical coffeehouse locations and offer "The Coffee Collective," a subscription service that provides fresh organic coffee delivery with member benefits including special offers and limited edition releases. The company's commitment to sustainability extends beyond organic certification to encompass their entire business philosophy, emphasizing environmental responsibility and community support. Their roasting facility and corporate offices are located in Mid Valley Center, Carmel, where they continue to perfect their craft while honoring their three-decade legacy of quality and community connection.
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Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$21.00 · $1.75/oz
Brown Sugar • Cocoa Nibs • Roasted Nuts
Artists, Writers & Poets is Carmel Valley's organic light blend of three favorite Central and South American coffees. Brown sugar, cocoa nibs, and roasted nuts — made for Carmel's creative spirit.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$26.50 · $2.21/oz
Bourbon Barrel Aged is Carmel Valley's small-batch coffee infused with premium Kentucky bourbon in oak. Bourbon, marzipan, and smoke in a medium roast built for pour-over or drip.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$24.50 · $2.04/oz
Honey • Peanut Butter • Semi-Sweet Chocolate
Café Da Cabana is a limited-edition single-farm coffee from Mogiana, Brazil, roasted medium by Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company. Honey, peanut butter, and semi-sweet chocolate in a friendly Brazilian cup.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$23.00 · $1.92/oz
Dried Berries • Chocolate • Citrus
Carmel Valley is their namesake organic blend, recalling the first coffeehouse opened in Carmel Valley in 1994. Dried berries, chocolate, and citrus with bold body and a soft chocolate finish.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$22.50 · $1.88/oz
Dark Chocolate • Malt • Citrus • Molasses
Cloud Cover blends Carmel Valley's Foglifter® with Defogger® decaf for half the caffeine without losing flavor. Dark chocolate, malt, citrus, and molasses in a dark roast they blend for you.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$22.00 · $1.83/oz
Coconut Cream brings the islands to the pot — toasted and fresh coconut with cream in Carmel Valley's popular flavored coffee. Bright coconut lift with toasted depth for drip or cold brew.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$23.00 · $1.92/oz
Stone Fruit • Almond • Green Apple
Colombia Huila is Carmel Valley's organic light roast from smallholder farms around Pitalito, washed and dried on raised beds. Stone fruit, almond, and green apple in a bright Colombian cup.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$23.00 · $1.92/oz
Rich Chocolate • Brown Sugar • Herbal
Cone Peak is Carmel Valley's organic house espresso, named for a Big Sur peak and nodding to classic Mocha Java. Rich chocolate, brown sugar, and herbal depth in a medium-dark blend.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$22.00 · $1.83/oz
Roasted Nuts • Molasses • Earthy
Dawn Patrol is Carmel Valley's organic blend for early risers, named for the surfer's pre-dawn ritual. Roasted nuts, molasses, and earthy depth in a medium-dark cup that fuels the paddle-out.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$24.00 · $2.00/oz
Baker's Chocolate • Spicy • Earthy
Decaf Palo Colorado is Carmel Valley's organic water-process decaf espresso blend, named for the canyon near Big Sur. Baker's chocolate, spicy, and earthy — a dark roast without the buzz.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$24.00 · $2.00/oz
Malt • Citrus • Molasses
Defogger® is Carmel Valley's signature organic house decaf, water-processed without chemicals. Malt, citrus, and molasses in a dark roast that still tastes like a real evening cup.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$29.50 · $2.46/oz
Baker's Chocolate • Herbal • Citrus
Defogger® Reserve is Carmel Valley's elevated organic water-process decaf blend, built from their signature Defogger® with small-producer beans. Baker's chocolate, herbal, and citrus in a medium-dark cup from Carmel.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$23.00 · $1.92/oz
Dark Chocolate • Ripe Berry • Toasted Almond
Eastwood is Carmel Valley's partnership espresso blend crafted with jazz musician Kyle Eastwood. Dark chocolate, ripe berry, and toasted almond — versatile as a shot, drip, or iced coffee.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$23.00 · $1.92/oz
Dried Berries • Toasted Nuts • Baker's Chocolate
Espresso 1940 nods to Big Vinny, Carmel Valley's vintage 1940s Farina Italian roaster. An organic medium house espresso with dried berries, toasted nuts, and baker's chocolate.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$21.00 · $1.75/oz
Molasses • Baker's Chocolate • Black Tea
Foglifter® is Carmel Valley's best-selling organic house blend, named for coastal fog that rolls in when valley heat spikes. Molasses, baker's chocolate, and black tea in a French dark roast.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$26.50 · $2.21/oz
Dark Chocolate • Citrus Zest • Toffee
Foglifter® Reserve takes Carmel Valley's best-selling house blend up a notch with small-farm South American beans. Dark chocolate, citrus zest, and toffee in a deep dark roast Reserve Series cup.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$22.00 · $1.83/oz
Hazelnut is Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company's classic flavored coffee with roasted hazelnut, sweet cream, and malt. A longtime favorite from their Central Coast shops.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$22.00 · $1.83/oz
Jamaican Me Crazy® is Carmel Valley's tropical flavored coffee with vanilla, caramel, and coffee-liqueur notes. A bit of island aroma for the pot — sit back, sip, and repeat from their Carmel roastery.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$22.00 · $1.83/oz
Dark Chocolate • Toasted Almond • Apricot
Mexico, Chiapas SHG EP is Carmel Valley's organic medium roast from high-grown Chiapas producers near Guatemala. Dark chocolate, toasted almond, and apricot in a carefully sorted European-prep lot.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$21.00 · $1.75/oz
Stone Fruit • Spicy Pepper • Floral
Mission Trail is Carmel Valley's organic light blend named for California's Historic Mission Trail along Highway 101. Stone fruit, spicy pepper, and floral notes in a bright Central Coast cup.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$23.00 · $1.92/oz
Rich Chocolate • Earthy • Spice
Palo Colorado is Carmel Valley's organic espresso blend named for the Big Sur canyon south of Carmel. Rich chocolate, earthy, and spice in a medium-dark cup from South America and Indonesia.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$25.00 · $2.08/oz
Oolong Tea • Brown Butter • Earthy Spice
Papua New Guinea, Siane Chimbu is Carmel Valley's limited organic medium roast from high-altitude Chimbu near Mt. Wilhelm. Oolong tea, brown butter, and earthy spice gathered from local growers.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$23.00 · $1.92/oz
Pear • Red Apple • Cocoa • Lime Zest
Peru is Carmel Valley's organic medium roast from Cooperativa JUMARP growers in Amazonas in the northern Andes. Pear, red apple, cocoa, and lime zest in a shade-grown cooperative cup.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$22.00 · $1.83/oz
Pistachio is Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company's nutty, sweet flavored coffee — aromatic enough for any time of day. A new flavor from their Carmel shops with buttery, earthy sweetness.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$22.00 · $1.83/oz
Pumpkin Spice is Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company's cozy seasonal flavored coffee, bringing fall spice to the morning cup. A longtime fan favorite from their Carmel shops, back through the cooler months.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$22.00 · $1.83/oz
Snickerdoodle is Carmel Valley's cookie-inspired flavored coffee with vanilla, butter, and cinnamon sugar. The decadent mug that jump-starts the morning from their Carmel Valley roastery shops.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$24.50 · $2.04/oz
Rich Chocolate • Vanilla Spice • Earthy
Sumatra, Indonesia is Carmel Valley's organic medium roast from the Gayo highlands of Aceh on Sumatra. Rich chocolate, vanilla spice, and earthy depth from family mills in Bener Meriah.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$22.00 · $1.83/oz
Vanilla Nut is Carmel Valley's longtime flavored favorite — vanilla, roasted hazelnut, and sweet cream for morning, afternoon, or night. Brew a pot, enjoy the aroma, and settle in.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company • Carmel, CA
$21.00 · $1.75/oz
Roasted Nuts • Cocoa Nibs • Citrus
Vincenzo is named for Big Vinny, Carmel Valley's vintage 1940s Farina Italian roaster. An organic medium-dark staff pick — roasted nuts, cocoa nibs, and citrus, smooth enough for any brew.
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