Equator Coffees
Wholesale
At Equator, we roast coffee to order for partners of all sizes—from major food service operators to boutique dining establishments and hospitality venues. Our journey began by supplying coffee to fine dining restaurants, bakeries, cafes, and hotels, and we’ve proudly maintained those close relationships for over 20 years.
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Why Partner with Equator?
We partner with each client to understand their unique coffee needs, develop a tailored execution plan, and provide ongoing support to ensure every guest’s experience reflects the highest quality in every cup.
While accolades like National Small Business of the Year (2016), Certified B Corp (2011), Roast's Macro Roaster of the Year (2010), and many more speak to our caliber, Equator's high touch support and engagement with customers is the true cornerstone of our partnerships.
Whether you’re a small bakery serving freshly brewed coffee, a high-volume cafe crafting beautiful lattes, or a hotel dedicated to offering an unforgettable experience, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Our wholesale program is built on three core pillars:
+ Exceptional Coffee
- Roasted to Order: Our coffee is sourced with intention and roasted fresh at our Northern California facility to ensure peak flavor and quality.
- Industry-Leading Expertise: With over three decades of experience, we uphold the highest food safety and quality standards—our facility is CCOF Organic Certified and ASI cGMP food safety compliant.
- Built on Long-Term Relationships: We’ve been traveling to the farmer’s gate since 1997, sourcing coffee through direct, lasting partnerships. Today, we work with over 50 producers and co-ops across 20 countries—nearly half of whom we’ve partnered with for 5 years or more.
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Sustainable & Ethical Supply Chains:
- First Fair Trade Certified coffee roaster in California (1999)
- First B Corp Certified coffee roaster in California (2011)
- Pioneers of Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC®) coffee (2022, brought to market the first annual harvest of ROC® coffee ever commercially available)
- Roasting on energy-efficient Loring Roasters, reducing our carbon footprint without compromising quality
Learn more about our commitment to social and environmental responsibility in our latest annual Impact Report
+ Comprehensive Support
- Training & Education: Hands-on barista training, brewing techniques, and ongoing quality assurance to give your team the skills and knowledge they need to serve consistently excellent coffee.
- Equipment Consultation: Tailored equipment solutions, installation, and maintenance support to match your business needs.
- Menu Development: Customizable coffee programs designed to align with your brand and elevate your guest experience. Our team helps fine-tune every aspect of your menu—ensuring that every cup served meets the highest standards.
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Brand Assets: For businesses that want to showcase their commitment to quality coffee, our Proudly Serving Equator Coffees program offers a variety of collateral including:
- Branded signage and in-store displays
- Equator-branded merchandise
- Access to marketing materials to tell your coffee story
+ Scalable Solutions
- Multi-Location & High-Volume Capabilities: Whether you operate a single cafe or a regional chain, we have the capacity and expertise to scale with you.
- Strategic Partnerships: We collaborate with industry leaders in hospitality, retail, and corporate settings to create standout coffee experiences.
Who We Serve
From boutique cafes to national brands, our partners span diverse industries. Here’s how we help them elevate their coffee offerings:
Who We Serve
Restaurants, Bakeries & Cafes
In addition to our partnerships with fine dining restaurants like The French Laundry and Bouchon Bakery, we proudly serve local San Francisco favorites like Rustic Bakery, Johnny Doughnuts, and La Boulangerie—helping them dial in their menus, train their baristas, and source the perfect coffee for their guests.
Who We Serve
Grocery & Retail
In addition to growing with national natural retailers like Whole Foods Market and Sprouts, we help Erewhon, Nugget Markets, and other specialty retailers develop coffee bar and packaged, branded and private-label coffee programs that resonate with their customers.
Who We Serve
Colleges & Universities
We partner with colleges and universities such as USC, Northeastern University, and Boston University to develop high-quality, on-trend coffee programs that cater to students, faculty, and campus visitors. From branded cafe experiences to high volume catering, we help ensure every cup meets the demands of a fast-paced, high-volume environment—enhancing the overall campus experience and supporting community connection.
Who We Serve
Business & Industry
We work closely with corporate campuses and third-party foodservice providers to bring thoughtful, flexible office coffee solutions to workplaces including Google, Amazon, and Microsoft. From convenient portion pack offerings to training and employee engagement programs, we provide the tools, knowledge, and support that teams need to deliver exceptional coffee while building a sense of community and care in the workplace.
Who We Serve
Airports & High-Traffic Retail
From premium airport marketplaces to high-traffic retail environments, we ensure that travelers and busy customers have access to exceptional coffee on the go. We work closely with partners at San Francisco International Airport, Oakland International Airport, and Boston Logan Airport to implement fast, high-quality coffee service, including barista training, efficient workflow design, and packaged coffee for retail.
Who We Serve
Hospitality: Hotels & Resorts
We help hotels and resorts elevate their coffee offerings to match the high expectations of their guests. Whether in a full-service restaurant, an in-room coffee program, banquet catering, or a market-style cafe, our expertise ensures seamless integration into various hospitality settings. Our partners range from large properties such as Hyatt SOMA, InterContinental San Francisco, and W Hotels, to boutique and luxury establishments like The Ranch at Laguna Beach, Meadowood Napa Valley, and Four Seasons Jackson Hole, all of whom trust us to deliver exceptional quality and memorable guest experiences.
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