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Your Trusted Coffee Roasting Partner
Empire Coffee is a premier private-label coffee roasting company with decades of expertise in sourcing, roasting, and packaging high-quality coffee. Since our founding in the early 1980s as Empire Coffee Company, we have built a reputation for excellence, serving national grocery chains, regional distributors, and office coffee service providers across the United States. In 2024, we joined forces with Coffee Holding Company, a family-run business with over 50 years of industry experience, to expand our capabilities while maintaining our commitment to quality and personalized service. Our vertically integrated model ensures control over every step of the coffee journey, from ethically sourcing green coffee in major growing regions to precision roasting and innovative packaging solutions. We specialize in custom private-label programs, offering organic, fair trade, and conventional options tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our state-of-the-art facilities feature advanced roasting technology, including two JB four-bag roasters capable of producing 4,000 pounds of coffee per hour, ensuring consistency and scalability.

We prioritize food safety with SQF Level 2, Kosher, Fair Trade, and Organic certifications, reflecting our dedication to excellence. Our team of experienced professionals employs the Blend After Roasting (BAR) method to maximize flavor complexity and consistency, setting us apart in the industry. We provide flexible packaging options, including retail bags, fractional packs, and upcoming brick pack and canning solutions, to support brands at every stage of growth. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, we partner with producers worldwide to deliver ethically sourced, high-quality coffee year-round. Our mission is to empower businesses with competitive coffee solutions that dominate the shelf while upholding the integrity and craftsmanship that have defined our legacy.
Services
Green Coffee Sourcing Precision Roasting Custom Packaging Flavoring Coffee Private Label Programs
Highlights and features
  • We offer over 40 years of expertise in private-label coffee roasting.
  • Our SQF Level 2-certified facility ensures rigorous food safety standards.
  • Custom packaging solutions for retail, foodservice, and bulk formats.
  • Ethically sourced coffee from major growing regions worldwide.
  • Blend After Roasting (BAR) method guarantees consistent flavor profiles.
Associations and certifications
  • SQF Level 2
  • Kosher
  • Fair Trade
  • Organic
Services
Green Coffee Sourcing
We source conventional and organic green coffee from Central and South America, Africa, and Asia. Our partnerships with producers ensure consistent quality and ethical sourcing. Clients benefit from tailored options, including specialty lots and certified coffees.
Precision Roasting
Our two JB four-bag roasters produce 4,000 lbs/hour with computer-controlled precision. Each batch is roasted individually to maximize flavor, ensuring consistent color and moisture levels for optimal taste.
Custom Packaging
We offer hand-packed retail bags, automated roll stock packaging, and fractional packs. Upcoming brick pack and canning options provide scalable, branded solutions for foodservice and retail markets.
Flavoring Coffee
We apply natural, artificial, and organic flavorings to whole bean or ground coffee using precision equipment. Flavors are evenly distributed and immediately packaged to preserve freshness and intensity.
Private Label Programs
We develop private-label coffee lines with custom blends, packaging, and certifications. Our vertically integrated model ensures quality control and scalability for national brands and local distributors.
Questions
What types of businesses do you work with?
We partner with national grocery chains, regional distributors, office coffee services, and online retailers of all sizes.
What certifications do you hold?
Our facility is SQF Level 2, Kosher, Fair Trade, and Organic certified for food safety and quality.
Can you handle custom flavor requests?
Yes, we accept customer-supplied flavor formulas and offer gluten-free, sugar-free natural and organic options.
Do you offer private-label packaging?
We provide custom packaging including retail bags, fractional packs, and upcoming canning and brick pack options.
How do you ensure coffee quality?
We use the Blend After Roasting method, computer-controlled roasters, and rigorous testing for color and moisture levels.
Where do you source your coffee?
We source from major growing regions in Latin America, Africa, and Asia through trusted producer partnerships.