Single-origin beans roasted in small batches, each telling the unique story of its homeland. From Ethiopia to Guatemala to Nicaragua.
Every batch is roasted with care and precision, blending craft with data to ensure each cup transports you to the corner of the world from which it originates.
Explore our coffees
Our signature blend - Ethiopian and Nicaraguan beans united in one cup. Juicy blueberry, bright citrus, and a smooth almond finish that captures the spirit of wandering the world.
Try the Vagabond
Single-origin Ethiopian coffee with vibrant blueberry sweetness and bright lemon citrus notes, reminiscent of a fresh-baked pound cake. Natural processed beans from the Wush Wush region.
Best Seller
Rich Guatemalan single-origin from Baja Verapaz with indulgent macadamia nut richness and sweet cookie-like finish. Washed process brings out clean, balanced flavors.
Nicaraguan single-origin from Matagalpa featuring warm brown sugar sweetness, bright cherry acidity, and satisfying nutty undertones. Expertly washed for clarity and balance.
Premium blend combining Ethiopian and Nicaraguan beans. Complex flavor profile with juicy blueberry notes, zesty citrus brightness, and smooth almond finish. Washed and natural processing.
Colombian decaf from Valle de Cauca with warming clove spice, sweet cherry notes, and rich honeycomb sweetness. All the exceptional flavor without the caffeine.
Est. 2018 · Detroit, MI
Nomad Detroit Coffee was born from a simple love - for great coffee and the community it brings together.
Co-founders Sean and Marcel grew up in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, where weekend bike rides to the local Caribou Coffee became a ritual that sparked a lifelong appreciation for a good cup. That shared passion stayed with them as they grew up, and the two went on to collaborate on projects together throughout their twenties.
The journey into roasting started unexpectedly. Sean roasted his first batch of coffee in an oven for a work project and immediately knew he was onto something. He brought Marcel in, and what began with an automated Whirly Pop on a kitchen counter quickly evolved into a consumer roaster - and eventually the commercial fluid air-bed roaster they use today.
Working full-time in the education and IT fields, Sean and Marcel pour their off-hours into Nomad Detroit Coffee. You can find them at the Royal Oak Farmers Market and at private events throughout metro Detroit, always happy to talk coffee and connect with the community that makes it all worthwhile.
"My fiancé and I love Nomad Detroit Coffee and go out of our way to bring it back with us to Chicago when we visit Michigan. The blend is so smooth and balanced. It's clear that the owners care a lot about delivering the perfectly curated roast of coffee and we're happy repeat customers."
"My husband and I have been drinking Nomad Detroit coffee exclusively for almost 2 years. We've tried every flavor and while we love them all, the Guatemalan is our favorite. This is a quality coffee you really can't get anywhere else - you don't even need sugar or milk. Sean and Marcel are awesome people who have clearly mastered the art of sourcing, roasting, and brewing."
"I absolutely love this coffee! It's always my first stop at the farmers market!"
Royal Oak Farmers Market
316 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067
Based out of Hunt Street Station in Detroit
Because we're such a small operation, our coffee is never more than a month old. At our current scale, we roast once a month, so every bag is as fresh as it gets. For the best flavor, we recommend enjoying it within 4–6 weeks of the roast date printed on each bag.
Yes, all of our coffee ships as whole bean. Grinding right before you brew is the single best thing you can do for a great cup. It preserves the aromatics and flavor complexity that make specialty coffee special.
However you like it! Pour over, drip, French press, espresso, AeroPress - our beans work beautifully across all methods. We recommend starting with a 1:16 coffee-to-water ratio and adjusting to taste. Cream, sugar, or black - however you enjoy it is exactly the way we like it.
We don't currently offer subscriptions, but we're working on it! For wholesale inquiries - cafés, restaurants, offices, or events - please reach out at hello@nomaddetroit.coffee or call us at (313) 751-3699. We'd love to chat.