Welcome to Motif Roasters

LOCALLY ROASTED FAVORITES

From our roastery to your morning cup, Motif Roasters crafts premium small-batch coffee that captures the essence of coastal New England. We source the finest single-origin beans, delivering exceptional specialty coffee to the North Shore and beyond.

TASTE THE MOTIF DIFFERENCE

Experience the freshest, finest, locally roasted coffee that captures the essence of New England, the majestic ocean, and the hardworking individuals who bring it to life.

Morning has broken, but we are trying to fix it...
with great coffee

Unlike big-city roasters, we know our customers by name. Unlike commodity coffee, every batch is crafted with intention. Unlike generic brands, our coffee carries the soul of Cape Ann in every cup.

Motif Roasters, Coffee Notebook

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  • Eleanor Creesy Graces the Nor'easter Label - Motif Roasters

    Eleanor Creesy Graces the Nor'easter Label

    Eleanor Creesy was the navigator of the clipper ship Flying Cloud, and she set a world record that stood for 138 years. Born in Marblehead in 1814, she learned navigation...

    Eleanor Creesy Graces the Nor'easter Label

    Eleanor Creesy was the navigator of the clipper ship Flying Cloud, and she set a world record that stood for 138 years. Born in Marblehead in 1814, she learned navigation...

  • What Do the Coffee Experts Really Think about Motif Roasters? - Motif Roasters

    What Do the Coffee Experts Really Think about M...

    As a coffee roaster, I often wonder how I'm really doing. Everyone has been incredibly complimentary about my coffee, but what do the coffee experts think? The ones who taste...

    What Do the Coffee Experts Really Think about M...

    As a coffee roaster, I often wonder how I'm really doing. Everyone has been incredibly complimentary about my coffee, but what do the coffee experts think? The ones who taste...

  • Cold Coffee Creations for Summer - Motif Roasters

    Cold Coffee Creations for Summer

    The best cold coffee drinks are intentionally crafted to get the best flavor out of the coffee. When coffee is brewed cold or chilled quickly, different compounds are extracted, creating...

    Cold Coffee Creations for Summer

    The best cold coffee drinks are intentionally crafted to get the best flavor out of the coffee. When coffee is brewed cold or chilled quickly, different compounds are extracted, creating...

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Let customers speak for us

from 53 reviews
INCREDABLE dark roast!

Motif Roasters Dogtown Dark Roast is easily the best coffee I’ve ever had. The flavor is rich, smooth, and full-bodied without any of the bitterness you usually get from dark roasts. The aroma alone is incredible, and every cup tastes consistently balanced and satisfying. If you love bold coffee done right, this one is a must-try.

Red M.
Dogtown - Dark Roasted Coffee
Espresso Delight

I recently purchased a Breville Bambino espresso machine and was using other Motif Roasters beans, but when Twin Lights arrived, it was a game changer. Delicious!

Doug G.
Twin Lights - Espresso Blend

First tasted PNG beans at the Unseen Bean in Boulder, sadly now closed. Have been searching since I moved back to this area and thrilled that Motif has delivered the same rich, earthy, chocolatey cup that I remember from years past. Shamed me into upping my espresso production equipment to match the quality of the beans!

Peter f.A.
Twin Lights - Espresso Blend