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Proud Mary Coffee

Good Food (1)2025Price-transparentSCTG data donor
Coffees in catalog
0
Also available
0
Avg Cherry's Index (limited data)
Reddit sentiment
85/100
FreshnessRoast cadence not disclosed
OriginsPASVHNBRCONI
How Cherry’s Index is calculatedavg coverage 35% · limited data

Coverage is below 50%. Most of this roaster’s lots are scored off roaster-level signals (Reddit + YouTube) without per-lot SCA grades, Coffee Review entries, or published buyer reviews. With limited signal, scores are also pulled toward a neutral 50 baseline by the Cherry’s Index methodology, so lots can read flatter than the actual cup quality differences between them. The avg Cherry’s Index reflects general reputation more than per-lot quality.

Roaster signals

Apply to every lot from this roaster.

  • Reddit85/100weight 18%
  • YouTube90/100weight 10%

Per-lot signals (averaged)

Vary across lots; averaged over 12 in-stock lots.

  • SCA grade58/1001/12 lots · weight 25%
  • Coffee Reviewnot on file · weight 20%
  • Buyer reviewsnot on file · weight 12%
  • Cherrybook reader ratingsnot on file · weight 5%
  • Transparency52.9/10012/12 lots · weight 5%

Bonuses earned (per lot)

  • sprudge12/12
  • editorial cluster12/12
  • stale decay11/12

Base components are renormalized over whatever signals are available for each lot. SCA + Coffee Review are capped at 40% combined to keep the cupping story from dominating. Bonuses (accolades, awards, editorial coverage) and freshness decay are applied on top.

Community reputation · Reddit

Cult favorite· sentiment 85/100

Proud Mary is widely recognized as a top-tier roaster, frequently mentioned alongside other industry leaders like Onyx and Tim Wendelboe. While they are highly regarded for their "deluxe" and exotic coffee selections, some customers have noted that their pricing is quite high, particularly for in-cafe pour-overs. There was one report of a recent dip in quality regarding a subscription, but this appears to be an outlier compared to their generally strong reputation for quality and experience.

high-end exotic selectionspremium pricingexcellent cafe experiencefrequent industry leader comparisonsconsistent quality reputation
Threads cited (10)

Press · Sprudge

On YouTube

7 videos · 27k combined views

Outside coverage consistently positions Proud Mary Coffee as a pioneer in the ultra-premium coffee segment. Reviewers emphasize the brand's commitment to transparency and education regarding the value of high-end specialty beans. The roaster is recognized for its unique cafe experiences and its willingness to challenge consumer perceptions through exclusive, high-cost offerings. Coverage also highlights the founder's background in art and hospitality as a driving force behind the brand's focus on storytelling and presentation.

Ultra-premium coffee auctionsFocus on customer educationArtistic approach to hospitalityUnique coffee freezer systemsChallenging price point perceptionsEmphasis on staff expertise

Flagship cafe

Proud Mary Cafe - PDX

2012 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR

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The website lists two cafes (Portland and Austin) and a roastery; the Portland cafe is listed first under 'Location + Hours'.

The catalog

0 in stock · 199 archived

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Archived (199)
Finca Momoto Geisha82

Expect Cream, Mango, and Milk Chocolate from this natural.

Santa Clara, PA · Natural

CreamMangoMilk Chocolate+2
Good Food 2025 roaster
$8.51/oz
Out of stock
Auromar Geisha
82

Expect Intensely Sweet, Floral, and Tangerine from this washed.

PA · Washed

Sweet AromaticsFloralTangerine+2
Good Food 2025 roaster
$3.78/oz
Out of stock
Ethiopia Anderacha
82

Natural lot with Watermelon Candy, Juicy, and Creamy in the cup.

Limu, ET · Natural

WatermelonOverall SweetCreamy
Good Food 2025 roaster
$2.04/oz
Out of stock
Mexico Santa Cruz
81

Expect Almond, Caramel, and Citrus from this washed.

Chiapas, MX · Washed

Medium-LightAlmondCaramelCitrus
Good Food 2025 roaster
$2.65/oz
Out of stock
Kenya Tatu Estate
81

Strawberry, Blackcurrant, and Passionfruit on a natural build.

Kiambu, KE · Natural

StrawberryBlackcurrantPassion Fruit
Good Food 2025 roaster
$1.38/oz
Out of stock
Guatemala La Libertad
81

Expect Brown Sugar, Caramel, and Stone Fruit from this washed.

Huehuetenango, GT · Washed

Brown SugarCaramelStone Fruit
Good Food 2025 roaster
$1.90/oz
Out of stock
Brazil Sitio Capim Seco
81

Anaerobic Natural lot with Winey, Brown Sugar, and Concord Grape in the cup.

Mantiqueira de Minas, BR · Anaerobic Natural

WineyBrown SugarGrape
Good Food 2025 roaster
$2.22/oz
Out of stock

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