Bruma
Join us in honoring the craft, the farmer, and the perfect roast. Together, we journey from the Central American highlands to your doorstep and share the world’s most vibrant single-origin coffees.
From the Peaks of Central America to the Heart of Kentucky.
Bruma is a specialty roastery dedicated to the art of the single-origin bean. We bridge the gap between world-class agriculture and local craftsmanship, bringing premium quality coffee beans from high altitude regions in Central America to our farm in Oldham County, Kentucky.
Our story
Bruma Coffee is the roasting legacy of Adem Cacaj and Aaron Ungar, born from the vibrant coffee farms of Costa Rica. Discover how we bring world-class, single-origin beans from the tropics to the heart of Kentucky.
From Mist to Bluegreass - Your Coffee's Journey
Farm
Our journey begins in the lush, mist-covered mountains of Central America, where we meet our partner farmers face-to-face to select the finest coffee cherries. By paying above market prices and prioritizing ethical harvests, we ensure that every bean is grown with as much respect for the land as for the people who tend it.
Beans
Once the best beans are chosen, they are transported from the local farm directly to our roastery in Oldham County, Kentucky. We skip the middleman to keep our supply chain transparent and ensure your coffee arrives safe, dry, and ready for its big transformation.
Roast
Back in Kentucky, our co-founder Adem takes over, using a chef’s precision to roast each small batch to perfection on our Aillio Bullet R2 roaster. With precision, he carefully develops the natural robust, single-origin flavors unique to to each country, turning raw beans into the aromatic, fresh-roasted coffee you love.
Delivery
The journey ends with a package on your doorstep, delivering your coffee at peak freshness just days after our roast. Whether it’s a one-time treat or your reliable morning subscription, Bruma delivers a transformational flavor experience straight to your doorstep.
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Frequently asked questions
Find answers to commonly asked questions.
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Unlike grocery store beans that sit for months, Bruma coffee is roasted in small batches right here in Kentucky. We roast to order, meaning your freshly roasted coffee is packaged and shipped at the peak of its flavor profile, usually within 3-4 days of being roasted. You’ll even find a "Roasted On" date on every bag so you can track its peak freshness yourself! -
That's easy. If you spend $50 or more, we will ship your order right to your door--on us!
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It means your coffee has a birth certificate! Our beans come from specific, high-altitude farms in Central America rather than a mystery blend of different countries. Through "Direct Trade," we skip the middleman and work directly with farmers. This ensures we get the highest quality specialty beans while paying the farmers above-market prices to support their local economy and sustainable practices. -
Absolutely! While we take our roasting seriously, we believe great coffee should be approachable. Our co-founder, Adem, uses his culinary background to create balanced, smooth profiles that highlight natural notes like chocolate, citrus, and honey --- never burnt or bitter. Whether you use a fancy pour-over or a standard drip machine, our beans are crafted to make your morning better, not more complicated.