East Pole Coffee Co.: Atlanta's Single-Origin-Focused Specialty Roaster
East Pole Coffee Co. is an Atlanta-based specialty roaster with a catalog devoted entirely to single-origin coffees — no blends, just clearly sourced, transparently roasted lots from around the world. Their eight-coffee lineup spans five origins (Ethiopia, Colombia, Rwanda, Honduras, and a Colombian decaf), with roast levels ranging from medium-light to medium-dark, giving drinkers genuine variety without sacrificing the identity of each individual lot.
The Ethiopian offerings reveal the range at its most expressive. Natural-process lots from Ethiopia's highlands deliver vivid stone fruit and berry character — pear, blueberry, white peach, blood orange, white grape juice — in light-to-medium roasts built for filter brewing, where the fruit clarity shines with patience as the cup cools. Colombian washed lots provide structural contrast: a washed Pink Bourbon grown at high altitude by a third-generation farmer in Acevedo brings papaya and orange brightness with juicy acidity, a second washed lot delivers a quieter profile of apricot, brown sugar, and butterscotch, and a full-bodied medium-dark Colombian offers dark chocolate and a sweet finish designed for consistency and easy drinkability. a high-altitude Rwandan washed lot contributes plum, citrus, and candied pineapple from volcanic soils, a honey-processed Honduran lot adds marzipan and cherry complexity, and a sugarcane-decaffeinated Colombian rounds out the catalog with dark chocolate, graham, and cranberry.
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Single Origins
| Name | Roast | Tasting Notes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leonel Chavez - Pacas | Medium | MolassesPearMangoDatesToasted SugarCaramelStone FruitsFigsRipe Peach | $25.50 |
| Olman Piñeda - Parainema | Medium | Tropical FruitMilk ChocolateFloral | $25.50 |
| Decaf | Medium Dark | Dark chocolateGrahamCranberry | $18.50 |
Roast Profile & Flavor Range
East Pole's lineup concentrates in the medium-light to medium range, with two medium-dark outliers — the full-bodied Colombian and the decaf — anchoring the affordable end of the price scale. Fruit-forward Ethiopian naturals dominate the flavor narrative — berry, stone fruit, citrus — while Colombian washed lots contribute cleaner, sweeter profiles. Body ratings are moderate throughout, and acidity is medium to high across most offerings. Prices run $18.50–$28.50 per 12oz bag, with the naturals and specialty-process lots commanding a modest premium.
Why Buy East Pole Coffee Co.
Two distinct Ethiopian natural-process coffees — one light-medium, one medium — showcase the range of fruit-forward cup profiles from the same origin, ideal for comparative tasting.
A washed Pink Bourbon from Acevedo, Colombia grown by a third-generation farmer at high altitude delivers papaya and orange brightness that stands out across the catalog.
The most affordable entry in the lineup is a full-bodied, dark-chocolate medium-dark Colombian at just $18.50/12oz — a smart everyday choice alongside the premium single origins.
A pure single-origin catalog means every bag you buy tells a specific farm or washing-station story — perfect for coffee drinkers who want full traceability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is East Pole Coffee Co. located?
East Pole Coffee Co. is a specialty coffee roaster based in Atlanta, GA.
What does East Pole Coffee Co. specialize in?
East Pole's lineup concentrates in the medium-light to medium range, with two medium-dark outliers — the full-bodied Colombian and the decaf — anchoring the affordable end of the price scale.
Where can I buy East Pole Coffee Co. coffee?
You can browse East Pole Coffee Co.'s coffees on CoffeeByMe and click through to buy directly from the roaster, or visit East Pole Coffee Co.'s own website.
