George Howell Coffee

George Howell Coffee Specialty coffee roaster since 1975, located in Acton Massachusetts with cafes in Downtown Crossing, Boston Public Market, Back Bay, and Newtonville, MA.
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While out West, George stopped by to visit longtime friend Helen Russell, co-founder of Equator Coffees. George and Hele...
08/29/2026

While out West, George stopped by to visit longtime friend Helen Russell, co-founder of Equator Coffees.

George and Helen have each spent decades helping push coffee forward by championing quality, building lasting relationships with producers, and showing just how much care can go into a single cup.

Nothing like catching up with an old friend over coffee!

Back for the first time in over 6 years☕️☕️☕️ On Saturday, September 19th in Boston, Join George and Jenny Howell for an...
08/20/2026

Back for the first time in over 6 years☕️☕️☕️

On Saturday, September 19th in Boston, Join George and Jenny Howell for an immersive seminar and guided tasting exploring coffee’s long journey from seed to cup.

Through a series of tastings and a presentation, George and Jenny will break down the fundamentals of coffee quality and give you the opportunity to experience the differences for yourself.

Along the way, they will share stories and lessons from decades spent working with producers, sourcing extraordinary coffees, and pushing the public toward a greater understanding of quality.

Whether you’re just beginning to explore specialty coffee or already know your favorite origins and varieties, Coffee 101 is designed to give you a new framework for tasting, understanding, and appreciating what’s in your cup.

The event is 10am-4pm. It will be held at 400 Newbury St in the space adjacent our Back Bay cafe.

Link in bio for tickets🎟️

A new lot & harvest from El Meson is now available🇨🇴Our relationship with El Meson is about far more than exceptional co...
08/15/2026

A new lot & harvest from El Meson is now available🇨🇴

Our relationship with El Meson is about far more than exceptional coffee. We have tremendous respect for the people behind it - Sandy and Pillo - and the work they do to not only produce extraordinary Pink Bourbon, but to invest in the people who make coffee production possible.

El Meson supports The Picker’s Project, a nonprofit organization with a threefold goal of ending worker exploitation in coffee, solving farmers’ labor issues, and improving quality. This program helps provide fair wages, legal protections, healthcare, and training.

That feels especially important right now❤️‍🩹 This week, a devastating earthquake struck Colombia, leaving hundreds dead, thousands injured, and communities across the region facing an enormous recovery. Beyond the unimaginable human toll, it has damaged roads and infrastructure, disrupted ports and transportation, and brought much of the country’s coffee export system to a standstill.

Coffee doesn’t exist separately from the people and places that produce it. Behind every bean is an entire network of livelihoods who depend on it.

As we welcome this new harvest, we’re reminded why long-term relationships in coffee matter. Supporting producers like El Meson means valuing their coffee, their work, and the communities behind every harvest, not only when times are good, but when their country is facing extraordinary hardship.

We’re incredibly proud to share this new coffee, available now online and Tuesday at our cafes.

Last call for our Whipped Lemon Latte🍋You’ve loved this special collab with Kate Bergman | Bucket List Boston so don’t m...
08/11/2026

Last call for our Whipped Lemon Latte🍋

You’ve loved this special collab with Kate Bergman | Bucket List Boston so don’t miss your final chance to enjoy it💛

Available through the weekend at all locations:
📍Newbury St Lyrik
📍Downtown Crossing Godfrey Hotel Boston
📍BPM Boston Public Market | eat, drink, shop
📍Newtonville

Order in store or ahead via Toast, link in bio.

1 year in Back Bay. Roasting for more than 50🫡
08/10/2026

1 year in Back Bay. Roasting for more than 50🫡

Extended!!! Come grab a Kate Bergman | Bucket List Boston Whipped Lemon Latte while its here🍋 lemon meringue pie-inspire...
08/06/2026

Extended!!! Come grab a Kate Bergman | Bucket List Boston Whipped Lemon Latte while its here🍋 lemon meringue pie-inspired with a lemon curd base, espresso, lemon whip, and topped with graham cracker crumbles🥧

Available at all locations through mid August. Order ahead via Toast.

Coffee doesn’t just happen, it’s the result of an incredible team dedicated to bringing every cup to life. Today, we’re ...
08/05/2026

Coffee doesn’t just happen, it’s the result of an incredible team dedicated to bringing every cup to life. Today, we’re celebrating two well-earned career milestones🎉

Please join us in congratulating our new Director of Roasting, Ryan Kumpf, and Operations Manager, Kyle Miller!

Ryan has been with us for more than five years. Starting on our production team, he quickly found his calling in roasting, where his talent, curiosity, and dedication have made him an invaluable part of our company. Under his thoughtful leadership, his team continues to learn and grow every day. Beyond exceptional roasting, Ryan is one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. If he’s not smiling, he’s probably sleeping. His can-do attitude, quick wit, and sense of humor make even the busiest days feel light-hearted.

Kyle joined us about a year ago and made an immediate impact with his calm leadership, positive attitude, and willingness to tackle any challenge. His background in teaching naturally translates into supporting and developing those around him, while his love of music keeps things fun, because if there’s one thing we love almost as much as a great cup of coffee, it’s a great band.

Congratulations, Ryan and Kyle! We’re grateful to have you both helping lead our future ☕️

We love a pour over, especially in a rainy Monday☔️ Our cafes have rotating selections including Limited Roasts and sing...
08/03/2026

We love a pour over, especially in a rainy Monday☔️ Our cafes have rotating selections including Limited Roasts and single estates.

Not sure which one to try? Let our team help guide you🤎

Meet our new Fellow Boston Mug! Find little George-isms tucked into some of the city’s most iconic spots 🎩☕️🏙️Available ...
07/31/2026

Meet our new Fellow Boston Mug! Find little George-isms tucked into some of the city’s most iconic spots 🎩☕️🏙️

Available in 5 colors: Sand Dune, Smoke Green, Grey, White, and Peritwinkle. Grab one online or at our cafes!

Kerehaklu [kay-ray-huck-loo] Estate is this week’s Limited Roast. It’s a special lot out of India that combines traditio...
07/19/2026

Kerehaklu [kay-ray-huck-loo] Estate is this week’s Limited Roast. It’s a special lot out of India that combines traditional processing methods with scientific practices.

Father/son producers Ajoy & Pranoy Thipaiah oversee all aspects of the farm, with Ajoy focusing his attention on the agricultural side while Pranoy leads everything post-harvest.

Swipe to read about this unique lot! And, shop it on our website while supplies last.

Address

312 School Street
Acton, MA
01720

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+19786359033

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