FreshGround Roasting

FreshGround Roasting Helping you “Serve Coffee People Love” Wholesale and retail roasting • Cafe set-up/barista training • Mobile event espresso

We are three things:
1) Great Roasted Coffee with a purpose - everything starts with the bean. Without great beans, you can't have great coffee. Great beans come from relationships with farmers dedicated to quality.
2) Equipment and Supplies - Espresso, drip, pour over ... whatever you are doing to make coffee we can provide you the tools to make it even better.
3) Training and Support - Come t

o our coffee cuppings, sign up for a home barista class or a brewing class. Our mission is not only to provide great equipment and beans, but to teach you how to use them effectively.

In case you missed our newsletter this month - we caught up with our founders, Eric and Krista, to see what life looks l...
03/19/2026

In case you missed our newsletter this month - we caught up with our founders, Eric and Krista, to see what life looks like after handing over the reigns to FreshGround! 🚐☕️

Swipe for a brief summary! Spoiler: it involves an RV, 26 national parks, and a secret book project 🤭

You can follow along with their latest adventures here👉 .down.the.sun Thank you Eric and Krista, safe travels!

They taught us everything we know about the Mug Life, but what have Eric and Krista been up to since they handed over th...
03/03/2026

They taught us everything we know about the Mug Life, but what have Eric and Krista been up to since they handed over the roaster?

We caught up with the founders to talk about their latest adventures and they share their favorite cafes from around the country. The full “Where Are They Now?” drops in our newsletter tomorrow!

Sign up in our stories or our bio then grab a cup of coffee and catch up with Eric and Krista! ☕️✨

Happy National Latte Day! How are you celebrating today? 🥳☕️
02/11/2026

Happy National Latte Day! How are you celebrating today? 🥳☕️

If you caught our last post, you met Josue Otoniel Martinez, the hands behind this month’s featured roast - Honduras Nat...
02/05/2026

If you caught our last post, you met Josue Otoniel Martinez, the hands behind this month’s featured roast - Honduras Natural!

Variety: Ihcafe 90
Process: Natural
Cupping score: 87.7%
Elevation: 1700-1800 masl
Tasting notes: Red Wine, Strawberry Jam, Raisin

Support Josue and his family by shopping Honduras Natural at the link in bio 🙂☕️

We are so grateful to partner with Josue and honored to be able to share his story with you!Experience the harvest for y...
02/03/2026

We are so grateful to partner with Josue and honored to be able to share his story with you!

Experience the harvest for yourself and support Josue and his family at the link in our bio ❤️☕️

Meet the Peru Nugkui Wash, our January Roast of the Month! Sourced from the provinces of Jaen and San Ignacio, Peru, thi...
01/27/2026

Meet the Peru Nugkui Wash, our January Roast of the Month! Sourced from the provinces of Jaen and San Ignacio, Peru, this coffee honors the valuable women of the Pakamuros culture who once lived in this region. It’s a powerful tribute to history, grown today by a collective of over 15 female producers.

Support women in coffee. Drink Peru Nugukui Wash☕️🇵🇪

If you’ve received a bag from us recently, you’ve likely noticed a change! This transition period brought a new look to ...
01/22/2026

If you’ve received a bag from us recently, you’ve likely noticed a change! This transition period brought a new look to our coffee - one we’ve intended to be as timeless, mature, and knowledgeable as the craft itself. ☕️ we would love to know what you think of the new look!🙂

Long time, no see! We’ve been quiet on this platform, but the roasting hasn’t stopped. Stay tuned for updates, fresh bre...
01/14/2026

Long time, no see! We’ve been quiet on this platform, but the roasting hasn’t stopped. Stay tuned for updates, fresh brews, and the stories behind your favorite morning cup ☕️ who’s still with us embracing the “mug life” 🙋

Friends - We definitely appreciate you sticking with us through this transition to our new location in Elgin. We're stil...
03/22/2024

Friends -

We definitely appreciate you sticking with us through this transition to our new location in Elgin. We're still working on a local Geneva pickup location. As soon as we have that information, we'll be sure to update you here.

In the meantime, we do want to make sure you get your coffee! So we're offering free shipping to Geneva, St. Charles and Batavia on any order you place online. Either click the link below or use the discount code "TriCitiesShipping" (without the quotes) when you check out.

If Elgin is an easier pickup for you, feel free to select "Viator Coffee Co" as the pickup location and we'll give you a free small latte when you stop in. All you have to do is mention that offer to the barista when you pick your order up.

Thanks again for serving (and drinking!) coffee people love!

www.FreshGroundRoast.com

It’s Time for a ChangeIt’s been a little over 12 years. October 1 of 2011, FreshGround Roasting roasted our first batch ...
02/18/2024

It’s Time for a Change

It’s been a little over 12 years. October 1 of 2011, FreshGround Roasting roasted our first batch of coffee in a tiny, 300 square foot location in West Chicago.

Since then, we moved to a much larger space in Geneva, did a lot of Farmers Markets, tons of mobile espresso events, made some great friends - so much to be thankful for.

A New Partnership

We’re excited to enter into a new partnership with Viator Coffee Co. in Elgin. This does mean we’ll be moving out of our location in Geneva at the end of February.

What does this mean for all the great coffee you NEED?

☕️ We’ll still be roasting all of the same great coffees - just doing it in a different location

☕️ We’re working out details, but you will be able to order online and pick up your order as usual in the hallway at our Geneva location. More details to come on that.
☕️ If you’re closer to Elgin, you’ll be able to pick up your coffee at Viator Coffee.
☕️ All shipped orders will remain the same.
☕️ Yes - we’ll still have our famous Black Ice Brew cold brew available as well.

So, really, other than a new location and a new partnership with some amazing coffee people, not much has changed!

Krista and I have loved being here in Geneva. We raised 4 kids here, ran a business here and love everything about this town. Here’s to growth and more great coffee in the future!

- Eric and Krista

The ultimate 3 pack
11/30/2023

The ultimate 3 pack

Peach and Blackberry Infused Colombian coffees from Sense Coffee.
11/30/2023

Peach and Blackberry Infused Colombian coffees from Sense Coffee.

Address

51 South Grove Avenue
Elgin, IL
60120

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 7am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+16304574458

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