Chapín Coffee

What Chapín Coffee does

Chapín Coffee is a privately held, Chicago-based specialty coffee roaster and direct-to-consumer e-commerce company founded in 2013/2014 by co-founders Carlos and Jennifer. The company roasts coffee fresh to order and sells a catalog of 17+ whole-bean and ground single-origin and blended SKUs sourced from eight or more countries (Guatemala, Indonesia/Bali, Indonesia/Sumatra, Ethiopia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Nicaragua), plus five curated gift sets and bundles, via a Shopify-hosted storefront at chapincoffee.com with Continental US shipping. Core technology is artisan roasting and product photography/brand storytelling, not software; the company has no app, no API, and no documented AI/ML components.

Chapín operates a subscription-first GTM motion: the Coffee Lover Monthly Subscription delivers personalized monthly boxes (shipped on the first of each month) tailored to subscriber roast and origin preferences, with a ~10% subscription discount and a FIRSTTHREE10 promo. Beyond DTC subscriptions and one-time retail purchases ($18-$23 per 12oz bag; $25-$65 for gift sets), the company runs two additional revenue streams: a B2B corporate gifting / office coffee service accessed via a quote-request form, and a free digital fundraising program for schools and nonprofits that issues custom promo codes and donates 10% of supporter purchases back to the cause.

The company's differentiator is a dual value proposition combining specialty-grade, single-origin coffee with a measurable social mission. Through an NGO partnership with Pueblo a Pueblo, Chapín has donated over 45,000 meals to children in the coffee-growing community of Santiago, Atitlán, Guatemala, since launch. The company is bootstrapped (no disclosed funding rounds), has 1-10 employees, and has been featured in Forbes, Good Housekeeping, Real Simple, and Parade.

Name

Chapín Coffee

Legal name

Chapín Coffee

Website

https://chapincoffee.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Chapín Coffee is a Chicago-based, bootstrapped specialty coffee roaster selling 17+ single-origin and blended SKUs plus gift sets through a Shopify DTC storefront, a monthly subscription box, B2B corporate gifting, and a school/nonprofit fundraising program, with a Guatemalan social-impact mission executed via NGO partner Pueblo a Pueblo.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Coffee

NAICS

Coffee and Tea Manufacturing (311920), Other Specialty Food Retailers (44529)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Coffee (Roasted, Ground, Whole Bean) (CRADAHAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Specialty Coffee & Tea Retail (Beans, Leaves, Accessories) (CRAHAGAI)

Keywords

• Specialty coffee roaster
• Coffee subscription service
• Single origin coffee
• Artisan roasted coffee
• Corporate coffee gifting

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Retail Coffee Bean Sales: One-time purchase of individual 12oz bags of whole bean or ground specialty coffee across 17+ product SKUs. Prices range from $18 to $23 per bag. Sold directly through the e-commerce storefront at chapincoffee.com.
2. Coffee Subscription Boxes: Monthly recurring subscription boxes shipped on the first of each month. Subscribers choose the number of bags and share coffee preferences for personalized curation. Subscribers receive 10% off the first three months (FIRSTTHREE10 code) and ongoing subscription discounts (save 10% vs one-time pricing). Recurring revenue model with automatic monthly billing.
3. Gift Sets and Bundles: Pre-curated gift sets and multi-product bundles for gifting occasions, including Travel the World ($59), Taste of Guatemala ($65), Coffee Tasting Flight ($62), and Signature Gifting Roast ($25). Sold as one-time purchases.
4. Corporate / Office Coffee Service: Custom coffee gifts and curated multi-product gift boxes for B2B corporate clients. Revenue earned through quote-based orders for office coffee programs and bulk corporate gifting.
5. Fundraising Program: Free enrollment for schools and nonprofits to fundraise. Participating organizations receive a custom promo code offering 10% off to their supporters, with 10% of every purchase donated back to the organization. Revenue generated from supporter coffee purchases during the fundraising period.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Chapín Coffee is a Chicago-based specialty coffee roaster and direct-to-consumer retailer that sells artisan-roasted, fresh-to-order whole bean and ground coffee sourced from 8+ countries (Guatemala, Indonesia, Ethiopia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Sumatra). Its core product line includes 17+ single-origin and blended 12oz coffee SKUs priced at $18–$23, a personalized monthly subscription box, curated gift sets, corporate gifting for offices, and a free fundraising program for schools and nonprofits.

Product overview

Chapín Coffee is a specialty coffee subscription and retail company offering artisan roasted coffee beans and curated gift sets. The product portfolio consists of 17 coffee products across single origins (10 varieties from Guatemala, Indonesia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Ethiopia), blends (6 varieties including espresso and flavored options), and 5 gift set offerings including a monthly subscription service. The core offering centers on single-origin and blended whole bean coffees sold through direct-to-consumer e-commerce, with subscription boxes providing personalized monthly deliveries. The company differentiates through direct trade relationships with coffee-growing communities in Guatemala and a social mission to donate meals to children in coffee-growing regions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Coffee Lover Monthly Subscription Custom curated monthly coffee subscription where subscribers receive personalized coffee selections based on their stated roast and origin preferences, artisan roasted fresh to order, and continuously refined based on subscriber feedback. Targets home coffee drinkers and specialty coffee enthusiasts.
• Bali Blue Moon Dark roast single origin coffee from Bali, Indonesia with bold and smooth taste, dark chocolate notes, vanilla bean, and black licorice notes. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Brazil Natural Cerrado Medium roast single origin coffee from Cerrado, Brazil with chocolate, sweet, and mild flavors with walnut notes. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Colombian Sierra Nevada Medium roast single origin coffee from Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Colombia with smooth aroma, creamy texture, and notes of honey, orange, and sweet peach. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Costa Rican Naranjo La Rosa Medium roast single origin coffee from Naranjo, Costa Rica with bright and clean taste, tangerine, and honey notes. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Espresso Amor Medium-dark roast espresso blend from Brazil, East Africa, and Indonesia with rich crema, smooth texture, and fudgy finish. Available exclusively in whole bean.
• Ethiopian Natural Sidamo Medium roast single origin coffee from Guji, Southern Ethiopia (birthplace of coffee) with strawberry, milk chocolate, and licorice notes. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• French Roast Dark roast blend from Central and South America with bold taste, distinct smoky flavor without bitterness, and medium-full body with dark nuttiness. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Guatemalan Luz de Vida Medium-dark roast single origin coffee from Huehuetenango, Guatemala with exotic and mellow flavor, orange blossom and brown sugar notes, and a soft finish. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Guatemalan Monterrico Dark roast single origin coffee from Guatemala with bold and complex flavor, dark chocolate, red berries, and caramel notes. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Guatemalan Selva Bella Medium roast single origin coffee from Huehuetenango, Guatemala (ASOBAGRI Association co-op) with full-bodied smooth texture, delicate floral and honey notes, and a clean finish. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Hazelnut Dream Flavored coffee blend with subtle hazelnut flavor, made with highest quality Arabica beans roasted to sweet medium perfection. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground at $18 per bag.
• Inspiration Blend Medium-dark roast blend of Indonesian beans with bold and strong taste, exotic and wild character, and deep fruit notes. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Love is Awake Blend Medium-dark roast blend created in collaboration with musician David Newman, sourced from Central America, South America, and Indonesia, with earthy and smooth taste and honey and caramel notes. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Nicaraguan Segovia Medium roast single origin coffee from Nueva Segovia, Nicaragua with clean and crisp taste, lingering sweetness, and cocoa and orange notes. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Paradise Breakfast Medium roast blend of bright and fruity coffees from Central America with nutty taste, light and bright character, and milk chocolate notes. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Sumatran Harimau Tiger Dark roast single origin coffee from Sumatra, Indonesia with earthy and complex taste, butterscotch, and spice notes. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground at $23 per bag.
• Decaf Java Blend Decaffeinated coffee blend for those seeking coffee flavor without caffeine. Sold as 12oz whole bean or ground.
• Signature Gifting Roast Bundle Curated multi-product gift box featuring signature coffee selections. Sold at $25 as a one-time purchase for gifting occasions.
• Travel the World Coffee gift set featuring varieties from different origins around the world. Sold at $59 as a one-time purchase for gifting occasions.
• Taste of Guatemala Coffee gift set featuring a selection of Guatemalan coffee varieties. Sold at $65 as a one-time purchase for gifting occasions.
• Coffee Tasting Flight Curated selection of coffees for a tasting experience allowing customers to sample multiple varieties. Sold at $62 as a one-time purchase.
• Office Coffee Service / Corporate Gifting B2B corporate gifting program offering custom coffee gifts and curated multi-product gift boxes for offices, client appreciation, and employee gifting. Orders are quote-based rather than self-serve.
• Coffee Fundraiser Program Free digital fundraising program for schools, PTAs, and nonprofits; participating organizations receive a custom promo code offering 10% off to their supporters, with 10% of every purchase donated back to the organization.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 45,000 meals donated to children in Santiago, Atitlán, Guatemala since launch
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• David NewmancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMusician David Newman collaborated with Chapín Coffee to create the Love is Awake Blend, named after his award-winning album. David is described as a coffee lover with a strong social conscience. The collaboration was inspired by his friendship with Chapín founder Jennifer and his awareness of Chapín's mission to feed Guatemalan children. The product is sold as a signature co-branded blend with full artist bio and link to his music on the product page.
• Pueblo a PueblocoreOthersPueblo a Pueblo is the NGO partner through which Chapín Coffee donates meals to children in the coffee-growing communities of Santiago, Atitlán, Guatemala. Since launch, over 45,000 meals have been donated through this partnership. The NGO manages the charitable meal distribution, which is the core of Chapín Coffee's social impact mission.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• MistoBox: Coffee of the month subscription club pairing customers with curated roasters. Comparable on the recurring subscription mechanics and specialty focus.
• Driftaway Coffee: Direct-to-consumer specialty coffee subscription with personalized curation based on user taste preferences. Closely comparable to Chapín on subscription mechanics, single-origin portfolio, and small-team D2C positioning.
• Bean Box: Gift and subscription specialty coffee company selling curated single-origin coffees direct to consumers and corporate gifting clients. Directly comparable on subscription, gift set, and B2B gifting motions.
• Trade Coffee: Online specialty coffee marketplace with personalized subscription and curated roaster partnerships. Comparable on D2C subscription model and specialty positioning.
• Atlas Coffee Club: Subscription-first specialty coffee company emphasizing world-origin storytelling. Highly comparable to Chapín's origin-narrative approach and monthly subscription model.

Emerging players

• Craft Coffee: Specialty coffee subscription that curates roasters and provides brew guidance to home drinkers. Comparable on the D2C subscription model and specialty positioning.
• Yes Plz Coffee: Small-batch specialty coffee subscription with limited-release blends and D2C focus. Comparable as a similarly-sized emerging D2C specialty brand, though with a different aesthetic.

Broad incumbents

• Blue Bottle Coffee: Large, well-capitalized specialty coffee brand with D2C e-commerce, subscription, cafés, and wholesale. Comparable on specialty positioning and subscription, but operates at substantially greater scale and channel breadth.
• Counter Culture Coffee: Established specialty coffee roaster with strong sustainability and direct-trade credentials, serving both D2C and wholesale foodservice. Comparable on sustainability/ethics and single-origin roster, though more B2B-skewed.
• Stumptown Coffee Roasters: Pioneering third-wave roaster (now owned by Peet's/Lavazza) with D2C, wholesale, and cafés. Comparable on artisan roasting and specialty positioning, but at significantly larger scale and channel reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/ChapinCoffee
• Facebookfacebook.com/ChapinCoffee
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/chap%C3%ADn-coffee
• Instagraminstagram.com/chapincoffee
• Xx.com/chapincoffee

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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