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Upper Left Roasters

Upper Left Roasters

Founded in 2015 by Katherine Harris in Portland's historic Ladd's Addition neighborhood, Upper Left Roasters is a community-driven specialty coffee roaster and cafe committed to small-batch, seasonally sourced roasts. They offer single-origin and blend options, prioritizing unique green coffees and maintaining direct relationships with farmers for full traceability. Their minimalist, light-filled space and devotion to craft have made them a beloved cornerstone of Portland's specialty coffee scene.

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Process Washed
Varieties Bourbon
Country Guatemala
Region Huehuetenango
Elevation 1,200-1,900m
First noted
Dec 10, 2025
Last tasted
Feb 03, 2026
3 cuppings
Certifications Organic
Process Washed
Varieties Caturra, Typica, Bourbon, Pacas
Country Peru
Region Cajamarca
Source Rutas Del Inca Agrarian Cooperative
First noted
Sep 21, 2025
Last tasted
Sep 21, 2025
2 cuppings
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Coffee Offerings

5

Total Cuppings

Added 9 months ago

Roaster Details
Established
2015
Location
City
Portland
State/Province
Oregon
Country
United States

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Process Washed
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Elevation 1700m
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First noted
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