Roaster · Chicago
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2 locationsRoasting since 1995
The Chicago roaster that helped launch third-wave coffee nationally. Black Cat is its best-selling signature.
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The Chicago roaster that helped launch third-wave coffee nationally. Black Cat is its best-selling signature.
The bean to tryBlack Cat Classic Espresso
From the Chicago bean guide: The Old Reliables.
Their beans
From their shop · prices checked Nov 13, 2026
Guatemala José Fernando López$24.00
Celebration Blend$29.00
Colombia Cauca Castillo Single Origin Espresso$22.00
Otoño Blend$30.00
Guatemala Milder Velásquez$24.00
Ethiopia Ayla Bombe Single Origin Espressoripe stone fruit and fresh lime zest$24.00
Sugar Glider Espresso$27.00
Ethiopia Kirite Washed$25.00
Ethiopia Abana Estate Sulladjah$25.00
Kenya Kiangoi AA$25.00Own Intelligentsia? Claim your page to add photos and your story.