Our Story
More Than Coffee. A Story of Gratitude, Resilience, and Purpose.
Every cup has a story. Ours began with a second chance at life.
Our Beginning
In 2010, our lives changed forever.
After Fred was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia, we faced one of the most difficult battles of our lives. Thanks to an unrelated donor bone marrow transplant and the support of family, friends, caregivers, and medical professionals, he was given a second chance.
That experience changed our perspective on life. It taught us the importance of gratitude, perseverance, and finding purpose in every day.
Years later, those values became the foundation of Sonoran Roast Coffee And Tea.
Inspired By The Southwest
The American Southwest is a place unlike any other.
Its rugged beauty, vibrant sunsets, resilient landscapes, and independent spirit inspire everything we do. From our branding to our products, we strive to capture the warmth and authenticity of the region we proudly call home.
Our goal is simple: deliver premium coffee and tea while sharing the spirit of the Southwest with every customer.
Our Coffee & Tea Philosophy
We believe quality matters.
- Premium coffee selections
- Handcrafted teas
- Curated sample packs
- Fresh, flavorful products
- A customer experience built on care and purpose
Whether you're enjoying a bold morning coffee, an afternoon tea, or exploring one of our sample packs, we want every cup to be memorable.
Brewing Hope With Every Cup
What makes Sonoran Roast Coffee And Tea different isn't just what we sell. It's why we do it.
Because of our leukemia journey, giving back will always be part of our mission. A portion of our proceeds helps support leukemia and blood cancer awareness efforts, honoring patients, survivors, caregivers, families, and bone marrow donors.
Every order helps us continue sharing awareness, gratitude, and hope with others facing similar challenges.
Our Promise
When you shop with Sonoran Roast Coffee And Tea, you're supporting a small business built on integrity, quality, community, and purpose.
We treat customers the way we want to be treated. We care about what goes into your cup. And we believe great coffee and tea can bring people together in meaningful ways.
Thank You
Whether you're placing your first order or returning for your favorite blend, thank you for being part of our journey.
Your support means more than a transaction. It helps us continue sharing great coffee, handcrafted tea, and a message of hope.
From our family to yours,
Fred and Francesca Schmitthammer
Founders
Sonoran Roast Coffee And Tea