Alaska Coffee Roasting Company — Fairbanks’ Craft Coffee Pioneer

Alaska Coffee Roasting Company (ACRC) has stood as Fairbanks’ flagship specialty roaster since 1994, combining global coffee savoir-faire with true Alaskan community spirit. Founded by Michael Gesser, whose decades spent living and traveling in coffee-growing regions inform every roast, ACRC champions estate-varietal beans, small-batch precision, and an atmosphere that feels like home in the Last Frontier.

Discover ACRC on Roasters Map

Learn more and explore their current offerings here: Alaska Coffee Roasting Company on Roasters Map. Their profile highlights everything from their signature estate varietal roasts to on-site bakery items and specialty drinks served throughout the week.

Globally Informed, Locally Roasted

ACRC pairs global expertise with local craftsmanship. Gesser’s background living in Kenya and visits to coffee farms worldwide inform the roaster’s sourcing and quality standards . Using an air-fluidized bean-bed roaster, every batch is tastetested and roasted to highlight origin-specific flavor without the oily sheen of drum roasting . Once roasted, beans are quickly cooled and “suspended” to preserve peak freshness.

Seasonally Diverse, Flavor-First Roasts

From their award-winning Ethiopian Yirgacheffe (scoring 94 points) to region-spanning varietals—like Costa Rican, Colombian Supremo, Guatemalan, and Papua New Guinea—ACRC rotates single-origin and estate-varietal offerings year-round . Fans enjoy predictable clarity, floral complexity, and bright acidity in lighter roasts, while medium- to dark-roast lovers can indulge in rich cocoa and caramel tones balanced for drip, French press, and espresso brewing methods.

Warm Fairbanks Café & Community Experience

More than just a roastery, ACRC’s Fairbanks café (drive-thru and indoor seating) delivers year-round comfort and camaraderie. Sit-down patrons savor pastries, handmade pizzas from a wood-fired oven, local art displays, and occasional live music or board games . Open daily and especially welcoming to students and remote workers, it’s become a gathering point for locals and visitors alike .

Why ACRC Matters to U.S. Coffee Drinkers

For American coffee enthusiasts who demand flavor nuance, traceability, and fresh-roasted quality, ACRC delivers every cup with intention. Their globally informed sourcing, advanced roast methodology, and artisan baking elevate them beyond typical cafés. Whether you're exploring single-origin nuances or seeking a reliable daily brew, Alaska Coffee Roasting Company offers an authentic coffee experience grounded in community, craft, and conscientious flavor.