Wholesale Quantities
Single-origin Fresh Roasted Coffee
100% Columbian – Medium Dark
5LB/10LB | Whole Bean or Ground
Costa Rica | Medium Roast
5LB/10LB | Whole Bean or Ground
Ethiopia | Medium Light
5LB/10LB | Whole Bean or Ground
Chiapas, Mexico | Medium-Dark
5LB/10LB | Whole Bean or Ground
FAQs
How fresh is coffee roasted in Fostoria, Ohio?
Tolento Coffee is roasted daily in small batches in Fostoria, Ohio and shipped or delivered the same day whenever possible. That means your Fostoria Coffee stays fresher and tastes dramatically better than beans roasted weeks or months earlier by out-of-state suppliers.
What is the Best Coffee in Fostoria, Ohio?
The best coffee in Fostoria, Ohio is small-batch roasted right here in Train City USA by Tolento Coffee Roasters. Our specialty-grade, Fair Trade certified beans are roasted fresh daily using data-driven “Coffee Done Right” techniques for maximum flavor — something no other Fostoria coffee shop or supplier can match.
Where can I buy Fostoria Coffee roasted locally?
You can buy authentic Fostoria locally roasted coffee at Tolento Coffee Roasters’ online store. All our whole bean coffee is small-batch roasted in-house at 12860 W TR 114, Building A, Fostoria, Ohio. Order online for free local delivery or visit our countryside roastery by appointment only — Fostoria’s first and only coffee roasting company.
Is Tolento Coffee Roasters the only coffee roaster in Fostoria, Ohio?
Yes! Tolento Coffee Roasters is Fostoria’s first and only coffee roaster. While other local spots like Java’s Enchanted Bean serve drinks or Boss Mode Coffee Co. supplies beans roasted out of state, Tolento is the only business actually roasting specialty-grade coffee fresh in Fostoria, Ohio every single day.
What does “Coffee Done Right” mean at Tolento in Fostoria?
“Coffee Done Right” is our signature approach: coffee farmer sustainability, professional data collection from green bean to final pour, small-batch roasting, and precise flavor profiling. It’s why Tolento delivers the freshest SCA 81+ Coffee you’ll find anywhere in Northwest Ohio.
How is coffee roasted in Fostoria, Ohio at Tolento Coffee Roasters?
Every bag of Tolento Coffee is small-batch roasted in-house at our Fostoria, Ohio facility. We roast to exact SCA 81+ specialty-grade standards using farmer recommendations, ensuring chocolate, caramel, nut, and subtle fruit notes shine through — all while keeping production hands-on and hyper-fresh. We use multiple heat sources for roasting including our signature Wood Fired method, along with air roasting.
What is Tolento Coffee Infused Honey and where is it made?
Tolento Coffee Infused Honey is the world’s most traceable & transparent Fair Trade / Rainforest Alliance certified coffee-infused honey, handcrafted in Fostoria, Ohio. We infuse our own small-batch roasted coffee into local raw honey from Seneca County apiaries for a unique “Coffee Done Right” flavor experience.
Are Tolento coffees Fair Trade certified?
Yes — every bean we roast at Tolento Coffee Roasters in Fostoria, Ohio is Fair Trade, Cafe Femenino or Rainforest Alliance certified. We source directly from ethical farms and co-ops so your Fostoria Coffee not only tastes incredible but also supports farmers and sustainable growing practices.
Can I get fresh roasted Fostoria Coffee delivered locally?
Absolutely! Order fresh-roasted Fostoria Coffee from Tolento Coffee Roasters and enjoy free local delivery in Fostoria, Ohio and surrounding Northwest Ohio areas. We roast daily so your beans arrive at peak freshness — faster and fresher than any other local option.
What kind of beans does Tolento Coffee Roasters use in Fostoria?
Tolento Coffee Roasters uses only premium single-origin and gourmet Mexico Fair Trade certified beans (such as LOCOMOTIVE). Every batch is small-batch roasted in Fostoria, Ohio to bring out the best chocolate, caramel, and nut profiles that make our coffee the best in Fostoria.
Does Tolento Coffee offer local pickup in Fostoria, Ohio?
Yes. Local pickup is available but local delivery may be your quickest option.
Why is small-batch roasting in Fostoria, Ohio better?
Small-batch roasting in Fostoria, Ohio at Tolento lets us control every variable for superior flavor and freshness. Unlike mass-roasted beans sold at other Fostoria coffee spots, our daily micro-roasts deliver the true taste of specialty-grade coffee done right.
Is there a coffee shop or cafe at Tolento in Fostoria?
Tolento Coffee Roasters operates as Fostoria’s premier coffee production facility rather than a traditional walk-in cafe. Our focus is on roasting the best Fostoria Coffee and Coffee Infused Honey for you to enjoy at home or order online with local delivery. A coffee tasting room will be offered for events in the coming months.
Who owns Tolento Coffee Roasters in Fostoria, Ohio?
Tolento Coffee Roasters is proudly owned by Joshua Tolento, a lifelong Fostoria-area beekeeper and professional coffee roaster. His dual expertise in beekeeping and roasting is what makes our local Fostoria Coffee and Coffee Infused Honey truly unique.
How does Tolento use local Ohio honey in their products?
We source pure raw honey from our own backyard for our signature Tolento Coffee Infused Honey. Combined with coffee roasted right here in Fostoria, it’s a true Northwest Ohio collaboration you won’t find anywhere else.
What is specialty-grade coffee from Fostoria roasters?
Specialty-grade coffee from Tolento Coffee Roasters in Fostoria scores 81+ on the SCA scale. We roast only the highest-quality beans to deliver the cleanest, most flavorful cups — setting the new standard for the best coffee in Fostoria, Ohio.
Can I buy Tolento Coffee online from Fostoria?
Yes! Shop the full line of Tolento Coffee Roasters products — whole bean coffee, Coffee Infused Honey, and local raw honey — directly at tolentocoffee.com. We ship nationwide and offer free local Fostoria delivery so everyone can enjoy authentic Fostoria-roasted coffee.
What flavors can I expect from Fostoria Coffee by Tolento?
‘Coffee Done Right’ means not destroying the natural flavors of coffee with excessive additives like sugar & flavors. Our small-batch roasting in Fostoria, Ohio brings out the very best characteristics of our coffees.
Does Tolento Coffee Roasters support the Fostoria community?
Yes! As Fostoria’s first coffee roaster, and local beekeeping business, we’re deeply rooted in the community. We collaborate with neighboring businesses, and educate customers about coffee, honey, and pollinator health — all while roasting the best coffee in Fostoria.
How do I brew the best Fostoria Coffee at home?
The best way to brew coffee is always the way the customer prefers. Every brewing method is different in process and can result in different taste characteristics. Have you ever tried a Reverse Americano?
What exactly makes coffee "specialty grade"?
Specialty grade coffee scores 80 or higher out of 100 on the Specialty Coffee Association scale. It means clean taste, no major defects, and standout flavors—like bright fruit or smooth chocolate—that come from careful growing, picking, and roasting.
How do experts grade coffee beans?
Graders cup the brew blind, checking aroma, acidity, body, and aftertaste. They also inspect raw beans for things like broken pieces or mold—anything over five minor flaws knocks it out of specialty territory.
Here’s a quick look at what clean, defect-free green beans look like:
Master Green Grading: A Coffee Roaster’s Guide
Why do some beans get called "single-origin"?
They come from one farm or region, not mixed blends. That lets you taste the soil, altitude, and weather—like how Ethiopian beans might pop with berry notes while Colombian ones lean nutty.
What’s the toughest part for coffee farmers?
Climate change hits hard—droughts, floods, pests like leaf rust. Many work tiny plots, hand-pick cherries, and earn way less than you’d think, often under poverty lines even after years of labor.
How do farmers actually harvest coffee?
They hand-select ripe red cherries at peak sweetness. Machines can’t climb steep hills, so it’s back-breaking work—sometimes starting at dawn, baskets strapped on, one bush at a time.
Check out this real-world harvest scene:
Coffee Harvest: a Farmer Carrying a Basket of Red Cherries Stock Illustration – Illustration of ripe, mountain: 397146667
What’s "fair trade" really mean in coffee?
It guarantees farmers a minimum price, plus extras like community funds. Not perfect—some say it’s still too low—but it helps against wild market swings.
How much of your $5 latte goes back to the farmer?
Usually under 10 cents. The rest? Roasters, shops, shipping, packaging. That’s why direct-trade models are growing—skipping middlemen for better payouts.
Why do some coffees taste "fruity" or "floral"?
It’s all in processing—washed beans stay clean and bright, natural ones ferment longer for wine-like notes. Altitude helps too: higher means slower ripening, more complexity.
What’s the difference between Arabica and Robusta?
Arabica’s smoother, more flavorful (most specialty stuff). Robusta’s tougher, higher caffeine, cheaper—great for instant or espresso blends, but rarely hits specialty scores.
Why bother with specialty over supermarket stuff?
Because it’s fresher, tastier, and tells a story—from farmer to your mug. Once you try it, regular coffee feels… flat.
What’s the future look like?
More tech—like AI yield predictions—and hybrid plants that fight climate stuff. But real change? Consumers choosing traceable beans over cheap bulk.
Can home roasters get specialty results?
Totally—just start with good green beans and a solid machine. Control heat, time, airflow, and you’ll unlock flavors mass roasters often flatten out.
Why choose Tolento Coffee Roasters over other coffee sold in Fostoria?
If you’re picking coffee in Fostoria, Ohio, why go with Tolento Coffee Roasters when there are other options around? Simple—it’s the only spot actually roasting beans right here in town, fresh every day, while the others rely on outside suppliers or distant roasters. Let’s break it down.
First off, Boss Mode Coffee Co. is a private label brand—women only vibe—but it’s not roasted in Fostoria. From what shows up online, it’s a private-label setup by Roastify LLC in Oregon. That means your bag might sit on trucks for days or weeks before hitting shelves. Flavor fades fast after roasting—think stale notes creeping in. Tolento roasts & ships daily while teaching about flavor loss when coffee sits on a shelf too long. (Often times some businesses will add artificial flavors to the coffee like hazelnut in an effort to offset the loss in flavor. Coffee beans should be ground and consumed no later than 2-weeks after roasting for optimal flavor.)
Then there’s Java’s Enchanted Bean, the downtown cafe that’s super welcoming—great for lattes, baked goods, and hanging out. But they don’t roast either. They buy bulk from Bailiwicks Coffee Company over in Tiffin (Seneca County), grind it fresh for drinks, sure—but those beans were roasted elsewhere, possibly days or weeks back. It’s solid coffee, but it’s not “done right” from scratch like ours. We’re the ones controlling the roast curve, pulling shots of specialty-grade (81+ SCA) Fair Trade beans—Mexico origins like LOCOMOTIVE —that hit peak freshness. Java gets convenience; you get control.