Cortez Coffee Roasters 1030 East Vista Del Cerro Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281

"Probably one of, if not the best coffee roaster in the valley. Cortez is the only roaster with direct access to 3-5 Costa Rican farms, providing beans just unavailable to most other roasteries. Second they use traditional air roasters and degas their beans for 4-7 days before bagging. If you're a coffee head, this is your place. If you're happy with the grocery store, sample their coffees slowly with an open mind. Cortez coffee is to grocery store coffee, what Hershey's is to fine swiss chocolate. Just to ponder: Cortez has coffee that tastes like cherries and chocolate (with no sugar added), apricot and spice, cardamom and clove - basically flavors I didn't know could exist in coffee or anywhere. It's an other worldly experience. I'm a little hesitant sharing this, I don't want my favorite coffee roaster to change!! Note: As of November 2023, one of their suppliers suddenly passed away, they should have a new shipment in before or first week of March 24."

"I started with Nepal, but every coffee I’ve tried has been top notch. My plan this year was to try a variety of roasters, and I will do that… but I keep coming back to Cortez."

"Finally found our local roaster! After a trip abroad this summer we decided to buy a quality grinder and espresso machine. Unfortunately every local roaster we have tried so far has not been up to par, either inconsistent beans or poor flavor. But finally we found Cortez Coffee! They not only hit the mark, they surpassed it! Fresh roasted beans made every order and perfect taste!"

"Just got my first order in the other day, ordered whole bean from Nepal. Shipping was fast. Their website is awesome. Top notch customer service is definitely their focus. The coffee itself is next level. The scent, the appearance, the taste is caffeinated perfection. I'd write this coffee a poem if it could read. I can't pick out flavors like nutty creamy caramel, because my palate is not up to par apparently, but it tastes simply awesome. You'd be committing a crime against nature by putting anything in this. However, it's your beans so you do with them what you will, I'm doing mine neat. Next up is the Volcan Azul and I can't wait to try that. Coffee fans you must absolutely check this company out."

"Great experience buying coffee. I was treated very nice. I even got some tips on brewing espresso. It makes a really nice shot and latte. Heavily recommend"