Schuil Coffee Acquires Leelanau Coffee Roasting

Grand Rapids-based coffee company expands Michigan footprint with purchase of Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Schuil Coffee Co., a Grand Rapids-based coffee roaster and distributor, has acquired Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. in a deal guided by the Mergers & Acquisitions team at Varnum LLP. Schuil plans to retain the Leelanau brand and employees while making minor updates to packaging and the website to support the company's continued growth.

Why it matters

The acquisition allows Schuil Coffee to expand its Michigan presence and product offerings, building on its existing Sparrows and Joven coffee brands. It also demonstrates the continued consolidation in the specialty coffee industry as larger players seek to grow their regional footprints.

The details

Varnum LLP advised Schuil Coffee Co. on all aspects of the deal, which closed at the end of 2025. The firm's role encompassed strategic negotiation support, due diligence, and the preparation of the definitive transaction documentation. Schuil plans to retain the Leelanau brand and its employees, making only minor updates to packaging and the website while supporting the company's continued growth.

  • The acquisition closed at the end of 2025.

The players

Schuil Coffee Co.

A Grand Rapids-based coffee roaster and distributor that also operates the Sparrows and Joven coffee brands.

Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co.

A coffee roasting company based in Leelanau, Michigan that Schuil Coffee Co. has acquired.

Tim Volkema

The owner of Schuil Coffee Co. who plans to retain the Leelanau brand and its employees.

Varnum LLP

A law firm that advised Schuil Coffee Co. on the acquisition of Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co.

Pete Roth

A partner at Varnum LLP who led the deal team advising Schuil Coffee Co.

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What they’re saying

“The Varnum team was a great partner throughout this acquisition. Their expertise and support made the process seamless and kept everything moving smoothly.”

— Tim Volkema, Owner, Schuil Coffee Co. (varnumlaw.com)

The takeaway

This acquisition allows Schuil Coffee to expand its regional presence and product offerings in Michigan, building on its existing specialty coffee brands. It also demonstrates the ongoing consolidation in the specialty coffee industry as larger players seek to grow their footprints.