Denver coffee roasters are grappling with the impact of tariffs that threaten their profit margins. Companies like Queen City Collective Coffee and Dazbog Coffee are navigating a challenging environment marked by rising costs and uncertainty about future pricing. Queen City, founded in 2016, has expanded rapidly by building strong relationships with coffee producers globally. However, the unpredictability of tariffs is complicating their ability to make long-term contracts. Dazbog, a well-established player in the market, is also feeling the pressure, having already raised prices due to high coffee commodity costs.
• Queen City plans to implement a 10% line item in cafes to reflect tariff costs.
• Dazbog's founder hopes for a short-term resolution to the tariff situation.
• Both companies emphasize transparency with customers regarding price changes.
• The coffee industry is already low-margin, making these tariffs particularly challenging.
These challenges highlight the need for small businesses to adapt and communicate openly with their customers. As tariffs fluctuate, the coffee community must unite to manage costs responsibly and maintain customer trust.
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