Specialty Coffee Roaster
Sumo Coffee Roasters
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Sumo Coffee Roasters is a specialty coffee roaster based in Dublin, Ireland, founded in 2020 by Daniel Horbat and Alexandra.
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About Sumo Coffee Roasters
Sumo Coffee Roasters is a specialty coffee roaster based in Dublin, Ireland, founded in 2020 by Daniel Horbat and Alexandra. Built around transparent sourcing and close relationships with coffee producers, Sumo is known for expressive coffees, rare varieties and experimental fermentation. The roastery works across both filter and espresso, with a strong focus on traceability, cupping and precise, methodical roasting.
Daniel Horbat’s 2019 World Cup Tasters Championship victory is part of the company’s story, but Sumo’s identity is equally shaped by its work with producers and its willingness to explore unusual coffees and processing techniques. From Colombian micro-lots to innovative fermented coffees, Sumo Coffee Roasters brings a distinctly modern, experimental approach to specialty coffee in Ireland.
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Coffee Sourcing & Philosophy
Sumo focuses on transparent sourcing, direct relationships with farmers and paying fair prices for coffee. The roaster works closely with producers and highlights traceability, distinctive varieties and innovative processing methods, while using cupping and methodical roasting to develop complex, expressive coffees.
Sustainability Highlights
Direct relationships with producers, transparent coffee pricing, traceable lots, regenerative farming practices among producer partners, and a sourcing approach focused on long-term quality and value at origin.
Awards & Recognition
Daniel Horbat won the 2019 World Cup Tasters Championship, becoming the first Irish representative to win the title. Sumo Coffee Roasters was founded the following year.
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Sumo Coffee Roasters is a specialty coffee roaster based in Dublin, Ireland, founded in 2020 by Daniel Horbat and Alexandra. Built around transparent sourcing and close relationships with coffee producers, Sumo is known for expressive coffees, rare varieties and experimental fermentation.
Sumo Coffee Roasters is located in Dublin, Ireland. It is part of the specialty coffee community in Dublin, curated and verified by Coffee Insurrection.
Yes, Sumo Coffee Roasters operates an online shop where you can purchase specialty coffee beans and related products. Orders are available for home delivery.
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Sumo Coffee Roasters is a specialty coffee roaster in Dublin, Ireland. Sumo Coffee Roasters, sourcing from Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia, founded in 2020, is curated and verified by the Coffee Insurrection editorial team. Part of the specialty coffee community in Dublin.
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