After 8 years in business, Vermont-based specialty coffee roaster will attend first national tradeshow to expand wholesale operations.
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT — Kestrel Coffee Roasters will exhibit at the 2026 Summer Fancy Food Show at the Javits Center in New York City (June 28-30), connecting with grocery buyers, restaurant operators, specialty retailers, and hospitality professionals from across the country.
Founded in Vermont, Kestrel Coffee Roasters has built its reputation on thoughtfully roasted coffee, warm hospitality, and inviting cafes. While many know Kestrel through its cafés, the company has slowly grown a wholesale business that supplies coffee to cafés, restaurants, offices, and retailers throughout the Northeast.
At this year's Summer Fancy Food Show, Kestrel will showcase its lineup of specialty coffees and introduce prospective partners to its hospitality-first approach to wholesale.
"We don't just roast coffee—we run cafés," said Charlotte Steverson, co-owner of Kestrel Coffee Roasters. "That experience gives us a practical understanding of what operators need. Great coffee is important, but so are consistency, training, service, and having a partner who understands the realities of running a business."
Kestrel's wholesale program is designed to support businesses looking to elevate their coffee offerings without unnecessary complexity. The company works with independent cafés, restaurants, specialty food retailers, grocery stores, and hospitality operators, providing coffee, equipment guidance, training, and ongoing support.
As consumer expectations for coffee continue to rise, Kestrel believes operators have an opportunity to differentiate themselves through better coffee experiences.
"We help our partners create coffee programs that reflect the same care and attention they bring to the rest of their business,” says Steverson.
Visit www.kestrelcoffees.com for more info.
