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Roaster

Caffe Vita

Bird FriendlySmithsonianUSDA Organic
Coffees in catalog
14
Also available
1
Avg Northscore
57.7
Reddit sentiment
55/100
FreshnessRoast cadence not disclosed
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Community reputation · Reddit

Mixed reviews· sentiment 55/100

Caffe Vita is viewed as a legacy Seattle roaster that predates the modern third-wave coffee movement. While they are recognized for their historical significance and nostalgic appeal, they are often excluded from contemporary discussions about high-end specialty coffee in favor of newer roasters. Community members generally view them as a reliable, accessible option, with specific praise for their presence at SeaTac airport, though they are not typically cited as a top-tier roaster for enthusiasts.

legacy Seattle roasternostalgic appealreliable airport coffeeovershadowed by newer roasters
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On YouTube · Reviewers discussing Caffe Vita

YouTube reviewers have published 7 popular videos about Caffe Vita (179,118 combined views). Channels include Avikainc Trading, Dubai, European Coffee Trip, KING 5 Seattle and others.

Flagship cafe

Caffe Vita Smith Tower

Second and Yesler, Seattle, WA

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The catalog

14 in stock

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Organic Fiore Espresso
61

Washed / Natural lot with Chocolate Fudge, Brown Sugar, and Blueberry in the cup.

Washed / Natural

MediumChocolateBrown SugarBlueberry
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Nor'Wester
61

Think Rainier Cherry, Malt Chocolate, and Maple.

Medium-LightCherryChocolateMaple Syrup
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Bistro Blend
61

Cupping notes point toward Baking Chocolate, Almond, and Caramel.

BR

MediumChocolateAlmondCaramelized
Bird Friendly
$1.50/oz
Queen City
58

Think Molasses, Walnut, and Cinnamon.

Medium-DarkMolassesWalnutCinnamon
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Theo Blend
58

Washed lot with Dark Chocolate, Baking Spice, and Dark Berries in the cup.

Washed

Medium-DarkChocolateBrown SpiceBerry
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Caffe Del Sol
57

Roaster flags Milk Chocolate, Caramel, and Dark Cherry in the cup.

MediumMilk ChocolateCaramelCherry
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Caffe Luna
51

Dark Chocolate, Almond, and S'mores on a washed build.

Washed

Medium-DarkDark ChocolateAlmondCaramelized
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Novacella Decaf
38

Nutmeg, Cocoa Powder, and Candied Orange on a natural build.

Huila, CO / Natural

Medium-DarkNutmegCocoaOrange
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz

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