Canadian Coffee Brands

We’re excited to introduce you to some incredible Canadian coffee brands. Did you know that Canada is one of the largest coffee-consuming countries in the world? Studies show we consume on average 2.7 cups per day. Obviously, we love our coffee. Let us introduce you to some innovative coffee companies from across Canada that will make your morning cup more than just a caffeine fix, but a moment to truly savour.

If you have any suggestions for Canadian coffee brands we need to try out and add to this Canadian coffee shopping guide, please leave a comment at the very end of this post.

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Canadian Coffee Brands: Top Picks

This Canadian coffee brands shopping guide includes coffee my husband and I bought and tried ourselves. My husband is a bit of a ‘coffee snob’ so we’re constantly buying coffee beans and trying out new coffee roasters. This guide also includes recommendations from our Instagram community of their favourite coffee brands across Canada.

Eleven Speed Coffee (Victoria, BC)

Rescue Coffee Co. (Halifax, NS)

Mugging Whales Premium Coffee Co. (Winnipeg, MB)

Rose N’ Crantz (Thunder Bay, ON)

Balzac’s Coffee Roasters (Stratford, ON)

ALBERTA: Canadian Coffee Brands

Alberta is home to so many incredible coffee brands that are passionate about bringing you the best coffee.

Alternate Route Coffee Co.

Alternate Route Coffee Co. is a coffee brand committed to roasting excellent coffee beans in small batches with incredible attention to detail in every step of the process. They’re based in Leduc, AB close to the Edmonton International Airport. You can visit them in person to enjoy a coffee or espresso, attend a coffee workshop or order online.

Sweet Grass Coffee

Sweet Grass Coffee is a Canadian coffee brand and local Alberta shop based in Bow Island. They bring their love of fresh roasted coffee beans to you. They feature coffee from Guatemala, Brazil and Ethiopia and also offer coffee subscriptions.

Calgary Coffee Brands

Monogram Coffee

Monogram Coffee is a popular spot to grab a delicious coffee in Calgary, AB. They have four locations across the city to enjoy their coffee in person or you can order their coffee online. They also offer fun workshops like how to create fun latte art, how to brew the perfect cup of coffee at home, and more.

Big Mountain Coffee Roasters

Canadian Heritage Roasting Co.

Rosso Coffee

Rosso Coffee is a Calgary coffee brand with a fully stocked online shop and five coffee shop locations in YYC.

Phil & Sebastian

Phil & Sebastian based in Calgary is more than just a coffee brand, it is a company run by passionate coffee aficionados that want to share their excitement and knowledge with you. They offer classes and workshops for those who want to learn more about home brewing, espresso, and even latte art. They also offer tours and coffee tastings to help you choose the best bag for you from their extensive selection of coffees and espressos.

Edmonton Coffee Brands

ACE Coffee

• Four locations in Edmonton

High Horse Coffee Co.

• Free delivery in Edmonton

Sorellina Coffee

• Free delivery in Edmonton on orders of $30+

The Colombian

• Five locations in Edmonton

Transcend

• Two locations in Edmonton

The following Alberta coffee brands and roasters were submitted by our incredible community of local coffee experts on Instagram and threads:

• Firebag Coffee Company – Fort McMurray, AB

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Backyard Beans Coffee Co.

• Microroastery in Summerland, BC

Beachcomber Coffee Company: Canadian Coffee Brands

• Based in Gibsons, BC

Spirit Bear Coffee Company

• Based in Port Coquitlam, BC – Indigenous Owned

Eleven Speed Coffee

Another one of our top picks for Canadian coffee brands is Eleven Speed Coffee, a local Victoria BC shop. They have lots of blends to choose from. You can see the three that we ordered in the picture below.  We really enjoyed them all but especially the El Salvador Rene Contreras. This coffee roaster combines the owners love of cycling with their love of coffee because their fresh roasted coffee beans are all delivered by bike if you’re local to Victoria. 

Bows Coffee Roasters

• Based in Victoria, BC

Anarchy Coffee Roasters

• Based in Kelowna, BC

Vancouver: Canadian Coffee Brands

49th Parallel Coffee Roasters

Bean Around The World

• Online shop, coffee subscription and multiple cafe locations around Vancouver.

Thai Mountain Coffee

The following British Columbia coffee brands were submitted by our awesome community of local shopping experts on Instagram and threads:

• Level Ground Coffee Roasters – Victoria, BC
• Moja Coffee – North Vancouver, BC

MANITOBA

Mugging Whales Premium Coffee Co.

Mugging Whales Premium Coffee Co. is a Canadian coffee brand and local Winnipeg shop. They got their unique name in the same place that inspired them to start their business. While on vacation in Maui, owners Heather and Jim went on a whale watching tour where they experienced a “whale mugging” (the boat is not allowed to turn on the engine unless the whales are 100 yards away). Each of their coffees is named after the place it was grown and is roasted in a small batch each week to ensure you get the freshest beans possible.

NEW BRUNSWICK

Saltwinds Coffee Company: Canadian Coffee Brand

Down East Coffee

Java Moose: Canadian Coffee

Picadilly Coffee Roasters

Fredericton Coffee Brands

Freddy Bean Roasters

Roticana Coffee: Canadian Coffee Brands

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR

Brewed Awakening Café & Roasting Co.

NORTHWEST TERRITORIES

Barren Ground Coffee

NOVA SCOTIA: Coffee Brands In Canada

Laughing Whale Coffee Roasters

Laughing Whale Coffee Roasters is a Nova Scotia coffee brand based in Lunenburg. Not only do they care about providing amazing coffee, it’s very apparent that they care about the environment, the farmers that supply their coffee beans and offering a high quality product to us here in Canada. These are all brand values that we can get behind!

Rescue Coffee Co.

If you’re an animal and coffee lover, you have just found your new favourite Canadian coffee brand. Rescue Coffee Co. is a local Halifax shop that roasts high quality, fair trade coffee beans and donates 10% of profits to organizations that help animals in need. Their mission makes this an awesome gift for dog lovers as well!

Just Us Coffee

NUNAVUT

Kaapitaarvik Coffee Shop

ONTARIO

Balzac’s Coffee Roasters

Balzac’s Coffee Roasters is a very popular Canadian coffee brand. What started as a small coffee shop in Stratford, ON has blossomed into an incredible Canadian company with over 15 coffee shops across Ontario. When you visit one of their cafés in person you’ll notice that they’re beautifully decorated and have a European feel. The owners were inspired by cafés in Paris and wanted to bring that same vibe to their coffee shops. In our opinion, they’ve exceeded this goal by combining beautiful spaces with delicious coffee. You can order online if you can’t visit in person.

Good Grief Coffee

Good Grief Coffee is a Canadian coffee roastery based in Thornbury, ON. They have a variety of beans to choose from and even offer a decaf option. You can shop online or sit in and enjoy a cup of coffee and sweet treat at their location in Thornbury.

Rose N’ Crantz

Rose N’ Crantz Roasting Co. is a coffee roastery in Thunder Bay, ON. They roast their beans weekly so you’re guaranteed a fresh batch. If you’re in the Thunder Bay area you can visit them in person or you can shop online.

Samson’s Daughter

Another coffee brand to check out is Samson’s Daughter. Named after the owner’s late Father, Samson, their brand is all about creating moments that become cherished memories. They also have a unique take on coffee in that it should not only be enjoyed as a drink but can also be used as a great cooking ingredient!

Cafézia

Cafézia is another coffee brand offering a unique take on traditional coffee. Their coffee beans are infused with three herbs that help reduce jitters, the afternoon crash so many of us experience with caffeine and overall add a healthier alternative to traditional coffee. They’re based in London, ON and offer free shipping on your first order.

Grosche

Grosche based in Cambridge, Ontario is a family-run business with a mission to provide safe drinking water for those in need. With each purchase, they are able to give back by supplying 50 days of clean water through their Safe Water Project. You can support their cause by simply purchasing everyday items you already use such as coffee, tea, and reusable water bottles.

Birch Bark Coffee Company

Grassetto Coffee

Grassetto Coffee is a small-batch coffee brand based in Sault Ste Marie, Ontario. Owner, Zack, has made it his mission to find the best bold coffee blends to share with fellow Canadians. His three signature blends, which even include a decaffeinated mix, can be ground for regular coffee or espresso and shipped straight to your door!

Kazkara: Canadian Coffee Brands

Kazkara based in Vaughan, Ontario was founded by siblings, Pedro and Valeria. Growing up in the coffee-producing country of Ecuador before moving to Canada ignited their passion for offering delicious teas and coffees from countries around the world. If you’re looking for a great gift idea, be sure to check out their coffee and chocolate pairing kit which includes a bag of Finca Cruz Loma and your choice of two perfectly paired dark Ecuadorian chocolate bar varieties.

Muskoka Roastery

• Huntsville, ON

Beaver Rock Roastery

Beaver Rock Roastery is an award winning coffee roastery based in Barrie, ON. They take great pride in meticulously learning and perfecting the art of roasting coffee beans. You can buy their coffee online or visit them in person.

Toronto Coffee Brands

Patera Group: Canadian Coffee Company

Patera Group is a really impressive women-owned and family-run Canadian coffee company that’s been in the coffee business since 2000. They offer a variety of high quality coffee beans and are Fairtrade Organic and Canada Organic Certified.

Rococo Luxury Coffee Beans

Rococo Luxury Coffee Beans is another great Canadian coffee brand and local Toronto shop that offers roasted coffee beans from unique regions around the world. They roast their coffee beans in very small batches so your coffee is incredibly high quality with lots of flavour. They ship your beans within 24 hours of roasting them.

Portfolio Coffee

Portfolio Coffee is a specialty coffee lover’s dream. Hand-roasted in Toronto, Ontario, Portfolio Coffee pride themselves on offering only the most delicious coffees, rating 80 and above on the Specialty Coffee Association scale (whenever applicable). Not sure which blend is right for you? Try their sampler pack ground specifically for your brewing method of choice.

Birds & Beans

The following Toronto coffee brands and roasters were submitted by our incredible community of local shopping experts on Instagram and threads:

• Pilot Coffee Roasters – They have 11 cafe locations across Toronto
• Hale Coffee

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

The Shed Coffee

The Shed Coffee is a local PEI shop based in Charlottetown that seeks to tell the story behind the bean for each of its coffees. For those who like to know not only where but who their food and drinks are sourced from, you can read the full story behind each farmer for their Colombian, Ethiopian, and Brazilian coffees. In their online shop, you will also find tools and accessories to help you brew your best cup yet!

QUEBEC

Nomad Soul Coffee Co.: Canadian Coffee Brands

Nomad Soul Coffee Co. is a Canadian coffee brand and local Quebec business. Their coffee beans are sourced from farmers around the world and roasted in Quebec. They have a bunch of different blends to choose from. They also have a discovery box that includes three different blends to try out. If you’re looking for a gift for coffee lovers, their coffee subscription box is a great option.

Faro Coffee

Golden Triangle Coffee

Golden Triangle Coffee was founded by a group of friends that are on a mission to support South East Asian countries and change the stigma that people from Asian countries only drink tea. Their coffee beans are roasted locally in Montreal.

Mushup Coffee

MushUp based in Montreal, Quebec is changing the way you think about coffee. Their unique shop sells coffees enriched with adaptogenic mushrooms all grown, harvested, and processed in Quebec. Each of these mushrooms offers its own health benefits ranging from anti-inflammation to boosting your immune system to cognitive stimulation. If you’re ready to add more than just coffee to your morning routine but are not sure where to start, try their deluxe trio package to sample each of their signature blends.

SASKATCHEWAN

Rampage Coffee

YUKON

Bean North

Firebean Coffee

Midnight Sun Coffee Roasters

As you can see there are so many incredible Canadian coffee brands to enjoy. We’ll continue to update this shopping guide as we try and enjoy more coffee from local roasters across Canada.

Do you have a favourite coffee brand? Let us know in the comments below & we’ll check them out!