The History of Sirius
In 2002, Steve and April Fritzen opened their first cafe in Central Illinois and soon began roasting their own coffee beans. What started as a way to keep up with local demand soon turned into a journey to discover the best farms, suppliers, and roasting techniques available. After 13 years of roasting for their own cafes, the team developed the dream of using ethically sourced, small-batch coffee to build meaningful relationships, inspire curiosity, and promote sustainability around the world. And so, in 2015, Sirius Coffee Roasters was born.
Sirius was named after the Sirius star, the brightest star in the Canis Major constellation. Much like its namesake, Sirius serves as the guiding light that unites experienced roasters (us), ethical farmers & artists (our friends & partners), and passionate coffee drinkers (you).
Sirius was named after the Sirius star, the brightest star in the Canis Major constellation. Much like its namesake, Sirius serves as the guiding light that unites experienced roasters (us), ethical farmers & artists (our friends & partners), and passionate coffee drinkers (you).
The vision for Sirius Coffee Roasters is grounded in coffee, community, and collaboration.
We shine when others shine, and it takes the brightest stars working together to make a constellation. We believe coffee is a universal language that fuels inspiration and long-lasting connections, which is why Sirius partners directly with family-owned farms, independent artists, and a cohort of creatives—all of whom are equally as passionate about coffee as we are—to bring you the absolute best coffee in a transparent, ethical, sustainable, and beautiful way.
Sirius roasts in small batches, making sure each bag of coffee gets the time and attention it deserves. Every bag of Sirius coffee tells a story of local people around the world practicing their craft with excellence and working together to create something bigger. If you're thirsty for a new way to look at life, business, and coffee, then you're invited to have a taste of the collective synergy, global and local connections, and premium coffee we're brewing at Sirius Coffee Roasters!
Whether you’re new to coffee or run your own coffee shop, we’re so glad you’re here!
Sirius roasts in small batches, making sure each bag of coffee gets the time and attention it deserves. Every bag of Sirius coffee tells a story of local people around the world practicing their craft with excellence and working together to create something bigger. If you're thirsty for a new way to look at life, business, and coffee, then you're invited to have a taste of the collective synergy, global and local connections, and premium coffee we're brewing at Sirius Coffee Roasters!
Whether you’re new to coffee or run your own coffee shop, we’re so glad you’re here!
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