About Us
Nestled in the heart of Vienna, Schmähbohne was born from a passion for coffee that echoes the city's legendary coffee house culture. We source the finest single-origin beans from ethical farms in Latin America and Africa, roasting them in small batches to unlock nuanced flavors that tell a story in every cup. Our roasters, inspired by Vienna's Schmäh – that delightful wit and warmth – create distinctive blends that dance between tradition and innovation. With a team of 20 dedicated artisans, from green coffee buyers like Lena Leitner and Zeynep Kaya to head roasters Lukas Gruber and Matthias Huber, we obsess over every temperature profile. Whether for specialty cafes, pro baristas, or home enthusiasts, our coffees are roasted to highlight bright acidity, chocolate notes, or fruity elegance, always with sustainability at heart. Our seasonal offerings infuse Viennese humor and heritage, turning each sip into a moment of joy and discovery. Visit our roastery to experience the magic firsthand.
Our Mission
We roast authentic, sustainable coffees that capture Vienna's coffee house soul, delivering exceptional flavors to cafes, baristas, and enthusiasts worldwide.
Our Team
Our 20 passionate team members, from roast profilers like Lena Gruber and Bassam Khoury to head roasters Lukas Gruber and Matthias Huber, bring expertise and Viennese warmth to every bean.
Lena Gruber
Roast Profiler
Zsófia Kovács
QC Cupper
Lena Leitner
Green Coffee Buyer
Zeynep Kaya
Green Coffee Buyer
Lukas Gruber
Head Roaster
Sophie Hofer
QC Cupper
Andreas Huber
Green Coffee Buyer
Matthias Huber
Head Roaster
Julia Steiner
Delivery Coordinator
Lena Fischer
Production Assistant
Lukas Huber
QC Cupper
Lena Huber
Production Assistant
Anna Huber
Green Coffee Buyer
Bassam Khoury
Roast Profiler
Sophie Huber
QC Cupper
Matthias Steiner
Marketing Specialist
Adnan Hadzic
Packaging Operator
Sophie Leitner
Roast Profiler
Sophie Gruber
Delivery Coordinator
Lukas Hofmann
Barista Trainer