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Our Story

Bear Lake Coffee Co., a Certified B Corp, is dedicated to exceptional coffee, farmers around the world, and the local community we call home. We craft every cup with a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and giving back—donating 2% of revenue to the communities we serve. Coffee that’s good for you, the planet, and the people who make it possible.

Our Timeline So Far…

2022

We began roasting and delivering coffee from Atlanta, GA, operating exclusively online. That year, we acquired our future Barronett, WI, coffeehouse site—a historic general store—and partnered with UW–Madison students on a study to shape our northwest Wisconsin launch strategy.

2023

We worked with local artisans to restore and build a distinctive fourth-wave coffeehouse and roastery in Barronett. Designed as a renewable-energy powered “third place,” it was created to serve as a welcoming gathering spot for the community.

2024

We earned Certified B Corporation status, becoming Wisconsin’s 24th and underscoring our social responsibility commitment. Soon after, we opened the doors to our first Barronett coffeehouse and roastery, offering patrons a haven to connect, relax, and recharge.

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Meet Gabe Damiani

Gabe Damiani is an entrepreneur and visionary committed to a better tomorrow, with over two decades immersed in coffeehouses worldwide. As a Licensed Q Grader, CVA Certified Cupper, and SCA Roasting Professional, his expertise extends beyond building a business—it’s about crafting a blueprint for positive impact on humanity and the planet. Through Bear Lake Coffee, Gabe has created more than a coffeehouse and roastery; he has built a beacon of hope that demonstrates how even from the most remote corners of the world, meaningful change can be made.

Blog posts

Bear Lake Coffee Co. Adds Another Licensed Q-Grader (aka Coffee Jedi)

Last week, Bear Lake Coffee Co.’s Director of Coffee, Caleb Walker, became a Licensed Q-Grader—an elite coffee credential earned through 20 rigorous exams. He called it “Coffee Jedi School,” and after passing every trial, he’s officially our Coffee Jedi.

El Salvador’s 2025 Harvest with Carlos Pola

Just back from Juayúa, El Salvador! We cupped 20+ coffees, selected 5 standout microlots, and recorded Bean to Cup Ep. 2 with Carlos Pola. Arriving this summer!

What’s the Story Behind the Coffee You’re Drinking Today?

Celebrating 25 years of marriage in Portugal—stunning views, amazing food, and a coffee moment that reminded me why every cup should tell a story.
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