About the Brand
About
Coffee is a seasonal fruit and we source it directly from origin in freshly harvested lots. We practice small production methods that allow us to scrutinize and perfect our processes. Attaining a perfect roast is an intuition, a smell, a sound, a slight change in color— it’s about careful attention to detail that comes through in every cup.Our company takes its name from the 'sightglass,' the viewing window on our vintage PROBAT coffee roaster that exposes the complex and delicate process of roasting coffee. We believe that knowing the story behind your coffee—where it was grown, how it was processed, and who handled it along the way—is a powerful link from the cup to the wider world.Ultimately, we aim to deliver the highest quality achievable in all aspects of our business, whether that be sourcing the most beautiful and wondrous coffees attainable or employing the most mindful and quality-focused practices possible.Sourcing green coffee is at the heart of what we do at Sightglass. It is meticulous and essential work. Processing methods, varieties, growing altitudes, climate, soil and farm conditions are a few of the many factors that shape and determine a coffee’s overall quality. Being present at origin allows us to see these factors first hand and ultimately, helps us determine the best expression of each coffee we work with.
Founding Story
Sightglass began as an aspiration to source, produce, and share distinctive, quality-focused coffees. In 2009, we began with a small, rickety service-cart in San Francisco’s SoMa district. Equipped with a few Chemex pots and a leaky vintage 2-group espresso machine, we served coffee to the neighborhood just behind a roll-up garage door housed in a sturdy 1914 built warehouse. People came to visit us, and remarkably, even came back to taste more. Two years and many coffees later, the entirety of this warehouse would become our production roastery, a dynamic & unconventional coffee bar, a community gathering space, and our company headquarters.
Press Coverage
GRIT DAILY
Jun 2, 2026
Father’s Day Gifts He’ll Actually Use Long After June
JOY FILLED EATS
May 8, 2026
The Best Mother’s Day Gifts Ever
Unique Mother’s Day Gifts for Every Mom! Find the perfect gift to show your appreciation. Looking for the perfect gift? Explore our collection of gifts and find something she’ll cherish forever.
GRIT DAILY
Dec 1, 2025
The Big Holiday Gift Guide, Thoughtful Finds for Everyone on Your List
The best holiday gifts are the ones that quietly make someone’s everyday life better. They show up in small routines, from morning coffee and weeknight dinners to cozy evenings at home. This guide brings together a range of ideas for cooks, hosts, parents, pet lovers, and design fans, with an emphasis on pieces that are well-made, useful, and a little bit special. We will start in the kitchen, where so many holiday memories begin
MEDIUM
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2025 Ultimate Gift Guide: Premium & Practical Presents for Dads
Celebrate the incredible fathers in your life with these expertly curated gifts that perfectly blend luxury, functionality, and thoughtfulness. From grooming innovations to cutting-edge tech solutions, we’ve hand-selected items that will impress dads of all interests and lifestyles.
VACATIONER
Jun 3, 2025
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OTHER
Feb 6, 2025
A travel writer-inspired Valentine’s Day gift guide
As a travel writer I get to see a lot of the world, and I need to be prepared for just about anything. This means I need to have the proper clothing. I must pack the correct items. And sometimes I just want a souvenir. This list is a combination of all these influences, and I share this with the hope you will find something your loved one cannot live without.
Locations
Headquarters
270 Seventh Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, San Francisco
Sightglass Coffee Headquarters
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