INFUSION COFFEE LTD

What INFUSION COFFEE LTD does

INFUSION COFFEE LTD (DBA Infusion Coffee & Tea Crafters) is a specialty coffee and tea company headquartered in Arizona with retail cafes in Tempe and North Phoenix, both featuring drive-thru service. The company operates across four integrated revenue streams: retail cafes, e-commerce/DTC subscriptions, wholesale distribution (Infusion Distribution, serving 400+ business accounts), and coffee education through the International Barista Coffee Academy (IBCA), which the company describes as the first SCA-authorized training academy in the Americas drawing students from 50+ countries. Founded in 2022 by Patrick O'Malley, who brings 30+ years of industry experience, the company positions around Direct Trade sourcing and proprietary barrel-aging techniques (bourbon and sherry casks, 45 days to 8 weeks).

Product lines include single-origin coffees, proprietary blends, barrel-aged limited editions, loose-leaf teas, ceremonial-grade matcha, and branded brewing gear, with retail pricing ranging from $18 to $55 per 8oz bag. The business is privately held and founder-controlled; no external funding rounds have been disclosed. Go-to-market combines physical retail (cafe + drive-thru), B2B wholesale supply to regional businesses, DTC e-commerce and recurring subscriptions with international shipping, and fee-based professional training through IBCA.

Name

INFUSION COFFEE LTD

Legal name

Infusion Coffee & Tea Crafters

Website

https://infusioncoffeetea.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

INFUSION COFFEE LTD is an Arizona-based specialty coffee and tea company operating retail cafes with drive-thru, a 400+ account wholesale distribution arm, DTC subscriptions, and the IBCA SCA-authorized coffee training academy serving global students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Coffee Roastery

NAICS

Coffee and Tea Manufacturing (311920), Beverage Manufacturing (3121)

SIC

Beverages (2080), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Coffee Roasters with Cafe (Roastery Cafes) (THAFADAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Coffee Blending & Flavoring (AFAFADAC), Coffee, Tea & Cacao Experiences (Roastery Tours, Tastings) (THAJAGAH), Specialty Coffee & Tea Retail (Beans, Leaves, Accessories) (CRAHAGAI)

Keywords

• Specialty coffee retail
• Wholesale coffee distribution
• Coffee education services
• Tea and matcha retail
• Barrel-aged coffee

Headquarters

HQ city

Tempe

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Retail Coffee and Tea Sales: In-store and online sales of roasted coffee beans (8 oz standard, 3.3 lb bulk) and tea (4 oz). Direct-to-consumer channel with physical cafe locations in Tempe and Phoenix, Arizona.
2. Coffee Subscriptions: Recurring subscription model with flexible frequencies (weekly, every 2 weeks, every 3 weeks, monthly). Subscribers can choose any coffee from the shop catalog with 3+ bag discounts available.
3. Wholesale Distribution: B2B wholesale through Infusion Distribution partner to cafes, bars, restaurants, and hotels. Works with over 400 businesses in Arizona and surrounding states. Includes espresso machines, equipment, accessories, and supplies.
4. Coffee Gear and Accessories: Sales of home brewing equipment including Timemore scales, Aeropress, Bialetti Moka makers, vacuum storage containers, and Infusion-branded merchandise (shirts, hats).
5. Coffee Education (IBCA): International Barista Coffee Academy offers courses in home brewing, barista skills, roasting, latte art, and sensory analysis. SCA-authorized training programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Infusion Coffee & Tea Crafters roasts and sells specialty single-origin coffees, house blends, and barrel-aged coffees, and blends loose-leaf teas and ceremonial matcha. It reaches customers through two physical cafes in Arizona with drive-thru, an e-commerce store with flexible coffee subscriptions, wholesale distribution to 400+ hospitality businesses via its Infusion Distribution arm, and SCA-authorized coffee training at the International Barista Coffee Academy (IBCA).

Product overview

Infusion Coffee & Tea Crafters is a specialty coffee and tea retailer operating as a multi-location cafe (Tempe and North Phoenix, Arizona) with an integrated e-commerce platform. The core offering consists of single-origin coffees sourced globally (Kenya, Ethiopia, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, Burundi, Brazil, Nicaragua) and proprietary house blends (Push, Freakshow, Liquid Pie, Lost Dutchman, Bill's Honor, Decaf). The portfolio extends to specialty barrel-aged coffees, loose-leaf teas, ceremonial matcha, and the Barrel-Aged Coffee Series. Supporting offerings include a coffee subscription service with customizable frequency, a wholesale distribution division (Infusion Distribution) serving 400+ Arizona businesses, and the International Barista Coffee Academy (IBCA) providing SCA-authorized coffee education. The company also retails coffee brewing equipment, accessories, and branded merchandise through its online store.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• International Barista Coffee Academy (IBCA): SCA-authorized coffee academy founded by Patrick O'Malley, the first of its kind in the Americas, offering coffee education and training courses including Home Brewing, Home Barista, Home Roasting, Latte Art, and Sensory Skills.
• Infusion Distribution

Products and services

• Single Origin Coffees Premium whole-bean single-origin coffees sourced directly from farmers across Kenya, Ethiopia, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, Burundi, and Brazil; each SKU includes tasting notes, altitude, variety, and processing method. Sold in 8 oz (225g) bags.
• Infusion Blends House-blended roasted coffees combining beans from multiple origins, including Push, Freakshow, Liquid Pie, Lost Dutchman, Bill's Honor, and No, Really! It's Decaf!. Sold in 8 oz (225g) bags at $19.80 to $23.50.
• Barrel-Aged Coffee Series Specialty roasted coffees aged in bourbon, sherry, or other barrels for 45 days to 8 weeks of secondary fermentation, producing unique flavor notes. Includes Bourbon Barrel Burundi, Fantasma De San Patricio, and It's All Guji Ethiopia (Sherry Barrel). 8 oz bags priced $25.00 to $28.00.
• Loose-Leaf Tea Loose-leaf teas in Black (Earl Grey, Irish Breakfast, English Breakfast, flavored), Green (Japanese, flavored), White, Yerba Mate, Herbal, and Reserve (premium single-estate) categories, sold in 4 oz bags and selected 1 lb bulks. Prices range from $15.95 (Darjeeling) to $37.10 (Organic Keenum Mao Feng).
• Matcha Products Ceremonial-grade matcha from Japan (Shizuoka and Miyazaki regions), including Organic Ceremonial Matcha and At Home Matcha Kit (6-piece set with chawan, chasen, holder, bamboo scoop, strainer, spatula). Prices from $27.25 to $50.50.
• Coffee Subscriptions Recurring coffee delivery service with weekly, every 2 weeks, every 3 weeks, or monthly cadence; customers can subscribe to any coffee in the shop, customize bag quantity, and receive a 5% discount on 3+ bag subscriptions. Weekly pricing $19.80 to $28.57.
• Coffee Gear and Accessories Brewing equipment and accessories including Aeropress, Bialetti Moka Espresso Makers (6-cup $49.99, 9-cup $59.99), Timemore Scale ($59), Tight Vac vacuum storage containers, and Infusion-branded merchandise (shirts, hats, art prints).
• Infusion Coffee Starter Pack Discovery sample pack containing 100g each of washed, honey process, natural process, an Infusion Blend, and a Barrel-Aged Series coffee, intended to introduce customers to different processing methods and origins.
• Wholesale Distribution (Infusion Distribution) B2B wholesale supply of roasted coffee and blended teas to cafes, bars, restaurants, and hotels in Arizona and surrounding states; also distributes espresso machines (SanRemo, La Cimbali, La Nuova Era), Bunn equipment, barista accessories, sauces, syrups, and powders with technical service and maintenance support. Serves 400+ businesses.
• International Barista Coffee Academy (IBCA) Training SCA-authorized coffee academy founded by Patrick O'Malley offering hands-on courses in Home Brewing, Home Barista, Home Roasting, Latte Art, and Sensory Skills, with training exceeding SCA Coffee Diploma requirements. Has trained students from the United States and over 50 countries.
• Cafe Services (Tempe and North Phoenix) In-store cafe operations at two Arizona locations (1300 E 8th Street #100 Tempe; 13212 N Cave Creek Road Phoenix) with drive-thru service, open 7AM-6PM daily, offering coffee, tea, and specialty beverages; amenities include Wi-Fi, printing services, and a rewards program.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 400 businesses served through wholesale distribution
• +1 more outcomes

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

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Espresso ItaliacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEspresso Italia distributes Infusion's roasted coffee and blended teas to cafes, bars, restaurants, and hotels in Arizona and nearby states. Also provides espresso machines from SanRemo, La Cimbali, and La Nuova Era, along with Bunn equipment, barista accessories, sauces, syrups, and powders.
• Infusion DistributioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWholesale division of Infusion Coffee & Tea that distributes roasted coffee and blended teas, espresso machines, and equipment to hospitality businesses in Arizona and surrounding states. Works with over 400 businesses.
• Think ProminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal Tempe printer that produces the Coffee Periodic Table T-Shirt for charity.
• Koko HaselmanminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArizona native artist who created limited edition art prints commissioned by Infusion Coffee and Tea featuring origin-themed artwork.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Equator Coffees: Specialty roaster operating cafes and wholesale to Bay Area hospitality accounts with strong direct trade positioning. Comparable multi-channel roastery-cafe-wholesale model.
• Counter Culture Coffee: Specialty coffee roaster focused on direct trade and transparency, with training/education programs and wholesale to cafes. Closely matches Infusion's direct trade and education pillars.
• Intelligentsia Coffee: Direct trade specialty roaster with cafes, wholesale to hospitality accounts, and coffee education programs. Highly comparable on sourcing philosophy, B2B wholesale motion, and barista training emphasis.
• Verve Coffee Roasters: Specialty roaster-cafe hybrid with multiple retail locations, e-commerce, and wholesale distribution. Comparable as a multi-location roastery-cafe operating in the premium specialty segment.
• Heart Coffee Roasters: Single-origin-focused specialty roaster with cafes, e-commerce, and wholesale. Comparable on direct trade emphasis, single-origin catalogs, and small-scale multi-location retail.
• La Colombe Coffee Roasters: Specialty roaster with retail cafes, draft RTD beverages, and nationwide wholesale. Overlaps with Infusion across cafe + wholesale + subscription D2C, with broader scale.
• Stumptown Coffee Roasters: Specialty coffee roaster with retail cafes and wholesale distribution, plus direct trade farmer relationships. Closely comparable model: roastery + cafes + wholesale, all chasing the same specialty coffee consumer.
• Onyx Coffee Lab: Specialty roaster with competition-leading barista training, cafes, and wholesale. Directly comparable on the IBCA-style training authority and award-winning roast program.

Others

• Specialty Coffee Association (SCA): Industry body that authorizes coffee training programs including IBCA. Included as the certifying/ecosystem counterpart relevant to Infusion's education vertical rather than as a commercial peer.

Broad incumbents

• Blue Bottle Coffee: Premium specialty coffee company with cafes, e-commerce subscriptions, and broad wholesale presence. Comparable direct trade, cafe, and subscription motions at significantly larger scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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