Starting from November 15 2022 we will charge a flat fee of $5.00 on all orders less than $30.00  We will continue offering free shipping for orders over $30.00 Thanks for your support ..read more

Like many other small businesses, 2021 marked the beginning of regaining our strength after the initial impact of the coronavirus pandemic. From battling supply chain issues to navigating a complete rebrand, our veteran-owned coffee company has had a very eventful and impactful year. We wouldn’t be able to accomplish these goals without the support of our customers. To everyone who has enjoyed a cup of Veteran Roasters this year, thank you! New Packaging Updating our branding has breathed new life into our tried and true products. We’re able to offer our customers the same great coffee, in sle ..read more

America’s love for coffee can be traced back to the early days of our troops, who drank coffee for warmth, fuel, and morale. After all, we were never big fans of British tea… In 1832, President Andrew Jackson added coffee to the official military food ration and the rest is coffee history. Without french presses and pour overs, troops had to roast and grind their own beans in the field. To facilitate their quick caffeine fix, the Army introduced the first instant coffee, a can of coffee reduction with added sugar and milk.  During World War I, U.S. Navy Secretary Josephus Daniels banned a ..read more

Aside from water, coffee is the most frequently consumed daily beverage in the United States. But is drinking coffee good for you? Studies have shown that your morning-pick-me-up has health benefits you might not expect.  Your reaction times improve. Because coffee contains caffeine, neurotransmitters like norepinephrine and dopamine increase after you drink your first cup. This leads to enhanced firing of neurons, which results in improved mood, memory, vigilance, energy levels, and reaction times.  Coffee contains essential nutrients.  A single cup of coffee contains a surpris ..read more

The Windy City is home to hot dogs, jazz music, deep dish pizza, countless sports fanatics, and almost a half a million military veterans. Veteran Roasters was founded in 2017 to help provide employment and support services to the Chicago veteran community, many of whom have struggled with transitioning back to civilian life.  On a cold winter day nestled in the westside of Chicago, our Veteran Roasters warehouse is guaranteed to be full of chatter, community, and the smell of great coffee.  Jessie, a Chicago native, Cubs fan, and Navy veteran is likely packaging shipments while sipp ..read more

Looking for veteran organizations to support? Here are three veteran charities to donate to this holiday season to help our veterans once they return home from service. Hope for the Warriors Hope for the Warriors was founded in 2006 by military wives who witnessed, first-hand, the effects of war on families and spouses. Their services include career transition and education programs, health and wellness counseling, and community building initiatives for military families transitioning into civilian life.  Rags of Honor 22 veterans die by suicide everyday. Rags of Honors is working to end ..read more

Giving gifts from veteran-owned businesses is a great way to support small, mission-based businesses while showing appreciation for those on your gift list. Whether you’re giving a gift for veterans day or looking for a Christmas gift for veterans, here’s our roundup of 8 great, veteran-owned businesses to support:  Caffeinate Small batch veteran-owned coffee, roasted, packaged, and shipped by a team of Chicago veterans. A Veteran Roasters Coffee starter pack makes the perfect veteran owned gift for anyone who loves trying out new roasts. Pair the starter pack with a camp or cli ..read more

Coffee plays a distinct role in many of our holiday traditions. Perhaps you’re catching up with distant relatives around the morning carafe, sipping on your decaf after a filling holiday meal, or keeping your hands warm while searching for that perfect tree to bring home.  Caffeine lovers unite around the holidays. Here’s our gift guide for coffee lovers on your list:  Sample Set It’s easy to settle into a (cozy) rut with coffee choices. Once you find your beloved brew, you may be reluctant to branch back out to different roasts or brands. Introduce them to a coffee roaster like Vete ..read more

Coffee is at the heart of our mission at Veteran Roasters. Behind each bag of coffee, lives are being changed and veterans are able to get back on their own two feet after coming home from service. Behind the Bean explores everything behind the scenes that goes into your bag of Veteran Roasters Coffee. Millions of Americans know November 11th as Veterans Day, a day to celebrate and honor those who have served in our Armed Forces. This day holds major significance and meaning for our veteran-owned and operated coffee company.  There are estimated to be over 40,000 homeless veterans on any ..read more

There are several types of systems that can be the right tool for the coffee making job, but you also need the right grind to fit for your brew. It’s all about the surface area of coffee. One coffee bean has only so much surface that comes in contact with the water. If you brewed a whole bean, the result would be a watery mess. So, by grinding the bean, you get more coffee surface to connect with the water.  Use too large a grind for the method, and you will end up with weak coffee because not enough essence transferred. If your grind is too fine for the type, your coffee will end up ..read more