Atlas Coffee Club

Atlas Coffee Club delivers specialty-grade, single-origin coffee from a different country each month, from Ethiopia to Indonesia to Colombia and beyond. Each bag includes a postcard with tasting notes, brewing tips, and cultural information about the coffee's origin. Roasted fresh after you order.

Atlas Coffee Club takes subscribers on a global coffee journey, delivering single-origin, specialty-grade beans from a different country each month. Founded in 2015 by Michael Shewmake and Jordan Rosenacker in Austin, Texas, the company has grown to serve over 100,000 customers seeking coffee exploration beyond generic grocery store offerings. Each shipment features beans sourced from one of 50+ coffee-producing countries, from Ethiopian birthplace estates to Indonesian volcanic soils to Colombian high-altitude farms.

The experience extends beyond the coffee itself. Every bag arrives with a postcard featuring the origin country’s coffee region, tasting notes, brewing recommendations, and cultural insights. The bags themselves showcase designs inspired by local patterns and textiles. This educational, travel-themed approach positions Atlas Coffee Club as more than a beverage subscription, it’s a monthly exploration of global coffee culture.

All Atlas Coffee Club selections meet the Specialty Coffee Association’s 80-point threshold, ensuring quality regardless of which country you’re exploring that month. The roast-to-order model means beans are fresh when they arrive, not sitting in warehouses losing flavor. With 50-60% of beans sourced through Fair Trade, direct trade, or cooperative relationships, the company emphasizes ethical practices alongside quality.

Pricing Plans

Atlas Coffee Club offers flexible subscription options:

Coffee Bag Subscriptions

Quantity	Price/Month	Price/Bag
1 Bag (12 oz)	$14.00	$14.00
2 Bags	$28.00	$14.00
3 Bags	$39.00	$13.00
4 Bags	$49.00	$12.25
5 Bags	$59.00	$11.80

Other Options

Option	Price
Half Bag (6 oz)	Starting at $9.00
3-Month Prepaid	$50.00 total

Coffee Pod Subscriptions

Quantity	First Shipment	Subsequent
24 cups	$14.50	$29.00
48 cups	$19.50	$39.00
72 cups	$24.50	$49.00

Additional Costs:

• Shipping: $4.95 flat rate (USPS)
• Canada: Additional $6.00+
• First bag: Often 50% off ($5.50-7.00)
• Delivery frequency: Every 2 or 4 weeks

Pricing Context: At $14 per 12 oz bag plus $4.95 shipping, Atlas Coffee Club is moderately priced for specialty single-origin coffee. Comparable to Trade Coffee ($15/bag) and MistoBox ($14-16/bag). The value proposition includes the educational experience and ethical sourcing, not just the beans.

What’s Included

Each Atlas Coffee Club delivery provides a complete coffee exploration experience:

Single-Origin Coffee: Specialty-grade beans from one country each month. All coffees score above the Specialty Coffee Association’s 80-point threshold. Origins rotate through 50+ countries including Ethiopia, Colombia, Kenya, Guatemala, Tanzania, Indonesia, Peru, Costa Rica, Mexico, Rwanda, Congo, Burundi, Papua New Guinea, Brazil, Nicaragua, and India.

Roast-to-Order Freshness: Beans are roasted after you order, not pre-roasted and warehoused. This ensures peak flavor (coffee is best within 2-4 weeks of roasting). Each bag displays the roast date for transparency.

Roast Level Options:

• Light to Medium: Brighter, more nuanced flavors highlighting origin characteristics
• Medium to Dark: Bolder, more traditional coffee profiles
• All Roast Types: Rotating selection across the spectrum

Grind Options:

• Whole Bean (recommended for freshest flavor)
• Pre-Ground (convenient but loses freshness faster)

Cultural Postcard: Every shipment includes a postcard featuring:

• Region/country information and map
• Detailed tasting notes (flavor profiles, acidity, body)
• Brewing recommendations for optimal extraction
• Cultural insights about the coffee-growing region

Ethically Sourced: 50-60% of coffees are Fair Trade certified, direct trade, or cooperative-sourced. Atlas pays above market prices to farmers, provides advance payments, and supports education programs in sourcing communities.

Sustainable Packaging: 100% recycled packaging materials for eco-conscious coffee lovers.

How It Works

1. Select Subscription Options: Choose bag size (6 oz half bag or 12 oz full bag), quantity (1-5 bags), and delivery frequency (every 2 or 4 weeks).

2. Choose Roast Preference: Select light-to-medium, medium-to-dark, or all roast types. Decaf option available. This preference guides curation but you’ll still explore different origins.

3. Select Grind: Whole bean for maximum freshness, or pre-ground for convenience. Whole bean is recommended if you have a grinder.

4. Receive Monthly Exploration: Each delivery features coffee from a different country. Discover origins you might never encounter at local roasters. Read the postcard to understand what makes each region’s coffee unique.

5. Brew and Learn: Follow the postcard’s brewing recommendations to highlight each coffee’s characteristics. Experiment with different methods (pour-over, French press, drip) to find your preferences.

6. Rate and Adjust: While you cannot choose specific countries, you can adjust roast preferences based on what you enjoy. The subscription is about discovery, not repetition.

7. Manage Subscription: Pause or cancel anytime through your account. Skip months when you have excess coffee or are traveling.

Featured Coffee Origins

Atlas Coffee Club sources from 50+ countries across major coffee-growing regions:

Africa: Ethiopia (birthplace of coffee), Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Congo, Burundi Central America: Guatemala, Costa Rica, Mexico, Nicaragua South America: Colombia, Peru, Brazil Asia-Pacific: Indonesia, India, Papua New Guinea

Each origin offers distinct characteristics:

• Ethiopian: Often fruity, floral, wine-like
• Colombian: Balanced, nutty, chocolate notes
• Kenyan: Bright acidity, berry flavors
• Indonesian: Earthy, full-bodied, low acidity
• Guatemalan: Complex, often chocolatey with stone fruit

Who It’s For

Best For:

• Coffee Explorers: Enjoy discovering new origins and flavor profiles monthly
• Travel Enthusiasts: Appreciate the cultural postcard experience and global journey
• Specialty Coffee Newbies: Want to learn about single-origin coffee without choosing from overwhelming options
• Ethical Consumers: Value Fair Trade and direct trade sourcing practices
• Gift Givers: Unique, educational subscription makes an excellent gift for coffee lovers
• Adventurous Palates: Willing to try unfamiliar origins even if some aren’t favorites

Not Ideal For:

• Picky Coffee Drinkers: Cannot choose specific countries or repurchase favorites
• Blend Lovers: Single-origin only, no blended options available
• Consistency Seekers: Different coffee every month means varying flavor profiles
• Return-Dependent: 7-day return window with customer-paid shipping makes returns impractical
• Customer Service Priority: 2.2/5 Trustpilot (21 reviews) suggests some support challenges

The 2.2/5 Trustpilot rating is based on only 21 reviews, making it potentially unrepresentative. Other review platforms show higher ratings (Catster 4.5/5, My Subscription Addiction positive reviews). The subscription works best for those embracing the discovery model rather than expecting to control every selection.

Atlas Coffee Club is ideal if you want your coffee subscription to be an adventure rather than a routine. If you need to choose specific coffees or guarantee loving every bag, consider Trade Coffee or MistoBox with more customization options.