Small Batch. Big Passion.
Every great day begins with that perfect first sip—the moment when coffee's aroma fills the air and promises better things to come. At Motif Roasters, we live for that moment.
Founded by Eoin Vincent, a Rockport native with salt water in his veins and coffee in his heart, Motif Roasters was born from a lifelong quest for exceptional coffee.
Eoin's love affair with coffee began in his teens at the Coffee Connection in Harvard Square, where he'd wander in after digging through vinyl at Newbury Comics, the COOP, or Mystery Trains. With an album in hand and an extraordinary cup of coffee before him, he'd lose himself in liner notes and flavors unlike anything he'd experienced before.
"I've been looking for that coffee ever since," Eoin often says.
That pursuit led him to begin roasting in 2019, initially as a way to find better coffee and to connect with his son, a competitive barista and roaster who has participated in Specialty Coffee Association events. After exploring various aspects of the coffee business, Eoin established Motif Roasters, drawing deep inspiration from the coastal landscapes of Cape Ann that have shaped his life.
This connection to place runs through everything we do—from our Moontides series that captures the rhythm of ocean and sky, to our Hannah Jumper decaf named after the legendary Rockport woman who led the temperance movement (we think she'd approve of our caffeine-free alternative).
Pursuing coffee perfection has taken Eoin to study with master roaster Mane Alves in Waterbury, Vermont, attend seminars with renowned coffee expert Scott Rao, and collaborate with Boston Brew out of South Boston. Each partnership has refined our approach to crafting the perfect roast.
But the heart of what we do remains wonderfully simple: small-batch roasting guided by passion and a commitment to bringing joy one cup at a time.
As Eoin often reminds us, "Making great coffee is like a beautiful dance, balancing all the elements that go into our brew. The best part? There's no single 'right' way—it's all about finding what you enjoy."
We're a small operation with big dreams, roasting in small batches to ensure quality and freshness. When you enjoy Motif Roasters coffee, you're tasting our commitment to craft, community, and the belief that every morning deserves to begin with something extraordinary.