The Bad Beans Coffee Story: A Small Batch Rebellion

It all started with a simple, but frustrating thought: “Why is it so hard to find a good cup of coffee?”

Bad Beans Coffee was born from a deep-seated frustration with coffee roulette. The company’s genesis began with its founder’s years-long quest for a great cup, a quest that involved trying expensive bags from the store, various subscription services, and countless local cafes. Far too often, the result was bitter, boring, or just plain bad.

This consistent disappointment—and the wasted money it represented—fueled the search for a better solution. The founder dove into the world of coffee, becoming obsessed with the science behind sourcing, roasting, and achieving the perfect brew.

The breakthrough came with a profound realization: the most interesting, flavorful, and unforgettable coffees aren’t always the “perfect” ones. Instead, they come from beans that defy the cookie-cutter mold—the “bad” beans, the rebels, the ones with character.

And so, Bad Beans Coffee was born.

We’re not about being perfect; we’re about being real. Instead, we embrace the unconventional. We celebrate the unique. In fact, our name is a playful nod to our philosophy: that sometimes, the “baddest” things in life are actually the best.

Our mission is to bring you specialty coffee that’s anything but ordinary. To do this, we source our beans from passionate farmers around the world and roast them in small batches to bring out their incredible, complex flavors. For example, from the rich, dark notes of our signature Darth Roast to the savory kick of our Original Coffee Rub, everything we make is a labor of love. 

We’re a small company with a big heart. Thus, you’ll find a handwritten thank-you note in every order. After all, it’s our little way of saying that we see you, we appreciate you, and we’re thrilled to share our passion with you.