Mariposa Coffee Company

Overview

Mariposa Coffee Company is a small family-owned roaster based near Yosemite National Park, specializing in hand-crafted coffee from Arabica beans sourced globally. It operates a retail store, online shop, and wholesale distribution, using a proprietary roasting process. The company targets local and tourist markets with regular, decaf, and related merchandise like mugs.

History

Founded in fall 1991 by Gerry Caputo and his wife after relocating from the Bay Area to Mariposa, California. They assembled a makeshift roaster and developed a unique roasting method over time, initially targeting Yosemite National Park's coffee needs. Remains a family-run operation involving multiple generations, with sales through a physical store on Highway 49 and online.

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Manufacturing

Roasting occurs in-house at their facility in Mariposa, California, using a patent-pending process on selected Arabica beans from international growers. The operation utilizes custom-assembled equipment.

Notable Products

• Frankenroaster Blend - Coffee roasted on the company's original makeshift roaster, central to their early development.
• Yosemite Arabica Roast - Blend inspired by supplying Yosemite National Park, made from premium global beans.
• Hand-Crafted Decaf - Decaffeinated option using the proprietary smooth roasting method.
• Mariposa Mugs - Branded merchandise sold alongside coffee products.

Reputation

Perceived positively by local customers and tourists for its family-operated authenticity and unique roasting process, with high ratings on review sites like Tripadvisor (4.9/5). Enthusiasts note the smooth, rich flavor profile. Limited national recognition due to small scale, with no notable criticisms in available reviews.