La Barba Coffee is a specialty coffee roaster founded in 2012 in Salt Lake City, Utah, with a mission to bring "Good Coffee For Everyone." The company began as the first specialty coffee roaster aimed at scale and initially operated as a wholesale business under the name "Charming Beard" before expanding into retail locations. La Barba takes a comprehensive approach to ethical sourcing, believing that "good coffee" must consider the wellbeing of everyone in the supply chain - from farmers, exporters, and importers to delivery drivers, employees, and customers. They serve a mix of Fair Trade, Direct Trade, and Rainforest Alliance certified coffees, purchasing at premiums to ensure fair wages for producers. The company operates multiple locations in the Salt Lake City area, including their flagship location in the Maven District, a Draper location, and a Gateway location. They specialize in single origin coffees that showcase seasonality and variety, carefully crafted blends for consistency, and espresso offerings. Their roasting philosophy emphasizes balance and distinction, bringing out the inherent flavors of each coffee while remaining "simple, honest, and unpretentious." La Barba offers comprehensive coffee education through their academy program, subscription services for regular delivery, and maintains a strong community presence in Utah. They pride themselves on making specialty coffee approachable for everyone, whether customers are coffee aficionados or newcomers to the specialty coffee world. The company's core promises include providing an approachable experience, elevating daily coffee routines, and offering diverse options with reliable taste.
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La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$17.00 · $1.42/oz
Anchor | Blend is La Barba's straightforward breakfast cup for the diner table. Built for everyday drinking with a heavy meal, roasted in Salt Lake City for good coffee for everyone.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$30.00 · $2.50/oz
Varieties
Peach • Apple • Lychee
Colombia | Diego Bermudez Castillo Y-05 "Lychee" is a Castillo lot from Finca El Paraiso. Peach, apple, and lychee with floral depth from meticulous processing, roasted by La Barba.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$21.00 · $1.75/oz
Varieties
Cherry Cola • Orange • Maple Syrup
Colombia | Laboyano is a washed Huila lot with cherry cola, orange, and maple syrup sweetness. Clean and balanced, roasted by La Barba in Salt Lake City for everyday drinking.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$22.00 · $1.83/oz
Varieties
Cherry Candy • Melon • Grapefruit
Colombia| Las Perlitas gathers washed Pink Bourbon micro-lots from Huila smallholders. Cherry candy, melon, and grapefruit in a punchy, sweet cup roasted by La Barba in Salt Lake City.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$23.00 · $1.92/oz
Varieties
Apple Pie • Kiwi • Stone Fruit
Costa Rica | Cafetalera Zamorana | Villa Sarchi Natural brings jammy tropical fruit with kiwi acidity. Apple pie and stone fruit in a syrupy natural cup from La Barba in Salt Lake City.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$15.00 · $1.88/oz
Decaf | Colombia Sebastian Ramirez is La Barba's decaf lot from producer Sebastian Ramirez. A full-flavored Colombian cup that holds its own on the table, roasted in Salt Lake City.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$19.00 · $1.58/oz
Varieties
Bright • Floral • Fruity
Deviation | Espresso is La Barba's bright, fruity espresso blend for non-traditional shots or milk drinks. Floral and fruit-forward, roasted in Salt Lake City for espresso exploration.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$28.00 · $2.33/oz
Varieties
Lime • Oolong • Honey
Hacienda La Papaya Typica Mejorado is a washed Ecuadorian from Juan Peña. Lime brightness meets oolong-and-honey sweetness in a clean, juicy cup. Light-roasted by La Barba in Salt Lake City.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$30.00 · $2.50/oz
Varieties
Strawberry • Apricot • Fudge
Ecuador | Hacienda La Papaya | Typica Natural is a natural Typica Mejorado from Juan Peña's farm. Strawberry, apricot, and fudge in a sweet, fruity cup from La Barba in Salt Lake City.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$22.00 · $1.83/oz
Jasmine • Lemon • Berry
Getachew Zekele's Hambella is a washed Ethiopian from Guji with subtle jasmine florals, sugary lemon and berry, and gentle acidity. A mild, rounded Guji roasted by La Barba in Salt Lake City.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$50.00 · $7.09/oz
Varieties
Strawberry jam • Lemon • Floral
Las Virginias is Fabio Caballero Jr.'s washed Geisha from Honduras — a Cup of Excellence standout. Juicy strawberry-jam sweetness up front, then ultra-clean acidity, delicate lemon, and nuanced florals. Light-roasted by La Barba in Salt Lake City.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$18.00 · $1.50/oz
Varieties
Milk Chocolate • Toffee • Stone Fruit
House | Blend is La Barba's clean, consistent daily drinker. Milk chocolate, toffee, and stone fruit with balanced sweetness and acidity, roasted in Salt Lake City.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$26.00 · $2.17/oz
Varieties
Nectarine • White Grape • Ice Cream
Kenya | Kii is La Barba's washed lot from the Kii Factory in Kirinyaga. Nectarine, white grape, and melting ice-cream sweetness in a layered cup, roasted in Salt Lake City.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$18.00 · $1.50/oz
Varieties
Chocolate • Marzipan • Apple Butter
Noche Oscura | Blend is La Barba's dark, bold house blend built for chocolate richness without harsh bitterness. Chocolate, marzipan, and apple butter in a comforting evening cup from Salt Lake City.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$24.00 · $2.00/oz
Varieties
Blueberry Jam • Hibiscus • Watermelon
Rwanda | Kungahara Natural is a clean natural from the Kungahara women's group at Bwishaza Coop. Blueberry jam, hibiscus, and watermelon sweetness in a balanced cup from Salt Lake City.
La Barba Coffee • Salt Lake City, UT
$19.00 · $1.58/oz
Varieties
Cherry • Maple Syrup • Almond
Standard | Espresso is La Barba's classic espresso blend aiming for a rich, sweet, clean shot. Cherry, maple syrup, and almond with smooth milk-chocolate character when milky, from Salt Lake City.