Why We Chose Proud Mary Coffee

When we opened Lava Java in 2002, Stumptown was our first roaster partner. Over two decades later, they remain a cornerstone of what we serve. But great coffee is about exploration, and when we discovered Proud Mary Coffee, we knew we'd found a kindred spirit.

Proud Mary's approach to sourcing mirrors our own philosophy: relationships matter more than transactions. Their direct trade model means every bag of beans we serve has a story — from the farm to the roaster to your cup.

We're proud to offer both Stumptown and Proud Mary behind our La Marzocco Strada, giving our customers the best of Pacific Northwest roasting.