Thinking About White Labeling? Why It Could Be the Right Fit

At Unbound Brews, we believe coffee tells a story: one rooted in origin, shaped by roasting, and shared through community. We’re a specialty coffee roaster based in LA, and while we love our own lineup of single origins and blends, we also know that not every coffee business is looking for a traditional wholesale model. For some businesses, working with us through contract manufacturing just might be the perfect way to find your roast.

If you’re running a coffee stand at a farmers market, operating a small café, or launching your own brand and looking for the right roasting partner, we’re here to help. Maybe you’re not ready to invest in roasting equipment or a full production setup—but you’ve got an idea for what your coffee should taste like. That’s where we come in.

What is Contract Manufacturing? Also known as Toll Roasting or White Labeling?

All of these words have a similar meaning—we’re helping your business grow. Toll roasting means we roast your coffee, your way. Whether it’s your coffee that isn’t roasted yet (green coffee) or ours, you get full control over the profile, and we bring it to life with care and precision. White labeling is a simple way to carry high-quality roasted coffee under your own brand. You get a consistent, dialed-in product, no roasting experience needed. It’s ideal for those who want to sell specialty coffee with their own label, while letting us handle the roasting process. 

A coffee business can often work with a contract manufacturer to bring their vision to life through assistance and expertise in sourcing and roasting – that’s where we come in.

Why It Works

For folks at the farmers market or building a local following, the logistics of roasting, sourcing, and packaging can be a challenge. Working with a roasting partner lets you focus on what you do best—connecting with your customers & telling your story. And because we source from trusted importers, we can help guide your selections or roast the coffees you’re already using.

We’ve helped local shops and mobile cafes find their flavor identity through our toll roasting & cupping program, and we’re always looking to work with thoughtful partners who care about quality and consistency.

Let’s Talk Coffee

If you’re sourcing coffee for your shop, market booth, or growing brand and think toll roasting or white labeling might be right for you, we’d love to connect. Every collaboration starts with a conversation—about what you’re looking for, what kind of flavor profiles speak to you, and how we can help bring that to life in the cup.

Reach out to us here, we’d be happy to talk more about your goals and how Unbound Brews can help you get there!