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A Special Update from the Cartel Team

A Special Update from the Cartel Team

01.12.2026 Brittany Viar

Friends, When we opened our doors back in 2008, the dream was simple: serve coffee we were proud of, in spaces that felt real. We’ve always believed that coffee should …

Built to Weather the Storm

Built to Weather the Storm

01.11.2026 Brittany Viar

Cartel Roasting Co. was built for the long haul — and for our community. Over the years, we believe we have demonstrated resilience and adaptability in serving great coffee through …

Supporting the Communities We Serve

Supporting the Communities We Serve

01.10.2026 Brittany Viar

Our Give Back Program was created during the pandemic as a way to support our local communities. At a time when some of our cafés were closed, we wanted to …

Why People Love Cartel Roasting Co.

Why People Love Cartel Roasting Co.

01.08.2026 Brittany Viar

We hear from customers every day about what Cartel Roasting Co. means to them. Reading through recent reviews reminded me why we built this company in the first place. People …

Be Part of Building the Future

Be Part of Building the Future

01.07.2026 Brittany Viar

Over the past few weeks, I’ve shared stories about our journey, introduced you to our team, and given you a look at how we operate. All of it comes back …

Seventeen Years of Gratitude

Seventeen Years of Gratitude

01.06.2026 Brittany Viar

Cartel started in a small Tempe neighborhood with friends and neighbors pitching in to help us open. That spirit of collaboration never left. It became the foundation of everything we …

Local Love – Arizona Roots, California Growth

Local Love – Arizona Roots, California Growth

01.06.2026 Brittany Viar

Cartel started in Tempe, Arizona, and this state will always be home. Twelve  of our thirteen locations are here. Our production facility is here. The community that built us is …

What Community Ownership Actually Means

What Community Ownership Actually Means

01.05.2026 Brittany Viar

When you invest through StartEngine, you’re buying shares in Cartel Roasting Co. You become a literal owner of the company. Your investment helps us grow, and you own a piece …

Year in Review - 2025 Highlights

Year in Review – 2025 Highlights

01.05.2026 Brittany Viar

Looking back at 2025, we made significant progress on several fronts. We launched our StartEngine campaign, opening up ownership to our community instead of taking the traditional venture capital route. …

Join our live investor webinar

Join our live investor webinar

01.05.2026 Brittany Viar

Cartel Roasting Co. is hosting a live webinar on January 7th. We’re offering two time slots, so feel free to join us at either 11:00 a.m. or 4:00 p.m. Arizona …

Playworks AZ members and Cartel Roasting Co. team pose for a group photo

Behind the Scenes: Playworks AZ

09.19.2024 Brittany Viar

Our Give Back program has allowed us to work with incredible, local organizations. Right now, when you purchase the Give Back Blend, you can join us in supporting Playworks AZ. …

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An Ode to Coffee: The Origins of Your Cup

05.02.2024 Brittany Viar

Coffee History Just like a dark roast’s flavor profile, coffee has a rich background. If you’ve ever typed “coffee history” or “where does coffee come from?” into a search engine, …

Girl Scouts Arizona Cactus-Pine Partnership: Behind the Scenes

03.21.2024 Brittany Viar

We’re proud to have Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) as our give back partner! GSACPC creates a safe space in 90+ communities, promoting inclusivity and rejecting discrimination. Partnering with GSACPC …

Protected: Exploring Tucson’s Unique Coffee Scene

12.22.2023 Yunkin

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Thrive AZ: Aiding Families and Changing Lives

09.22.2023 Brittany Viar

$ 0 Amount Raised for Thrive AZ Thrive AZ is a non-profit organization offering resources to at-risk families to empower them to flourish. Since opening their doors in 2016, this …