Why Coffee Prices Are Rising (and How You Can Still Save)

If you’ve noticed coffee prices going up lately, you’re not alone. From your favorite local roaster to the big supermarket brands, coffee costs more than it did a year ago. As a small family business, we want to be upfront with you about why this is happening and how you can still enjoy premium coffee without breaking the bank.

Why Coffee Prices Are Increasing

Coffee is one of the most traded commodities in the world, and its price is influenced by both farming conditions and global economics. Here’s what’s driving the rise:

1. Global Coffee Supply Challenges
   Coffee is mainly grown in regions like Brazil, Colombia, and Vietnam. Recently, these growing areas have faced unpredictable weather, droughts, and even plant diseases that reduced harvest yields. With less coffee available on the global market, the price of raw beans naturally climbs.

2. Increased Production & Freight Costs
   Beyond the farm, coffee has to be transported, roasted, packaged, and shipped to your door. Rising fuel prices, higher wages in shipping and logistics, and increased material costs (bags, labels, boxes) have added another layer of expense before it even reaches your cup.

3. Tariffs and Import Fees
   Since coffee isn’t grown in the U.S., every bean must be imported. That means coffee is directly affected by international trade policies. Current tariffs on imported goods add extra fees at the border, raising the overall cost for roasters like us. For small businesses, these tariffs hit especially hard because we don’t buy in massive bulk like multinational corporations.

The result? A noticeable increase in the cost of coffee itself, from the farm to your kitchen table.

Why We Still Keep It Competitive

We’ve had to bump our coffee prices a little to stay sustainable. But here’s where we stand apart: while many of the big coffee brands raise prices and let bags sit on shelves for months, we roast fresh, small-batch, and deliver directly. That means our coffee is fresh-roasted, certified mold & yeast free, and lower in acidity—a quality difference you can taste.

Even with these global pressures, our pricing remains very competitive with well-known coffee companies. And we give you an option they don’t…

How You Can Save on Coffee Every Month

We created our Coffee Club to help you save in today’s economy.

• Get 15% off every order automatically

• Choose your favorite roasts and blends

• Flexible delivery—decide how much and how often

• Fresh coffee delivered straight to your door

It’s not just about keeping costs down. It’s about keeping your mornings stress-free with the best coffee possible.

👉 Don’t let rising tariffs and global shortages raise the price of your daily cup. Join our Coffee Club today and lock in your savings while enjoying Tennessee’s freshest coffee.