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The first thing you’ll notice is the smell—there’s nothing quite like walking into a room where an eco-friendly roaster is cranking away on fresh coffee beans. It’s loud, warm, and usually stacked with bags of green coffee.

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Sharing   coffee   with you, how we roast it, and   why we do it   is something we love to do! That is why we will occasionally open our doors to the community, customers, and all coffee lovers for a coffee roaster tour   experience .

During the coffee roasting tour you’ll get to see the step-by-step process of roasting coffee. Plus, you will get to spend time with our team and will have the chance to get answers to questions about coffee sourcing and production. While you visit our coffee roaster in Florida, you will also get a behind-the-scenes view of all the other things we do here – from our   barista training   lab, to wholesaling   coffee house products , to   coffee equipment services .

Finally, once you’ve completed the tour of our   certified organic   coffee roasting facility we’ll have coffee together. We’ll brew   pour-overs   and serve you 2-3 of our   freshest coffee lots . As you drink and enjoy, we will guide you through the tasting and share details about   where the coffees come from   and what makes them unique.

Let us answer your questions about sourcing coffee, how we roast it, and why we serve it. You can find our  roastery and coffee lab   located in the up-and-coming South Walton Commerce Park. Find details for the next coffee roaster tour and confirm you’re going on  Facebook .

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We Went Through More Than 5 Pounds of Beans Testing At-Home Coffee Roasters

Our top picks were from Fresh Roast, Popper, and Javastarr.

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The Winners, at a Glance

What we learned, the criteria: what to look for in a home coffee roaster, the best home coffee roasters, the competition, why we’re the experts, straight to the point.

Our favorite home coffee roaster is the Fresh Roast SR540 Automatic Coffee Roaster , which roasts great coffee and has easy-to-adjust settings and an automatic cooling cycle. The JAVASTARR Electric Coffee Roasting Machine is more budget-friendly, with horizontal fans that heat coffee evenly.

In my decade as a coffee educator, I regularly gave tours of the roasting floor so folks could see coffee turn from green to yellow to brown. Each machine was about as big as a car, could roast 200 pounds of coffee in 10 minutes, and had specialized probes that tracked the ambient temperature inside the drum and the surface temperature of the coffee. The roaster could then monitor the roasting progress and make minute adjustments to the flame. I was convinced that coffee roasting was best left to the pros. 

However, for this review, I mustered up the courage to try roasting at home. For guidance, I reached out to Chris Kornman, the roaster I used to give tours with and now Director of Education at The Crown: Royal Coffee Lab & Tasting Room . But even with all his professional experience, he wanted to introduce me to a customer of his, Dave Borton. An avid home roaster for 18 years, Borton assured me that anyone could roast coffee at home and started off with some sage words: “Be patient. Use this as an opportunity to have fun, to learn, to expand your experience in food.” He also told me to make sure I had a fire extinguisher handy, just in case. Armed with those two tips (and plenty more technical advice), I selected eight home coffee roasting machines and set out to find which ones roasted the best coffee and were the easiest to use and clean. 

The Best Home Coffee Roaster

Fresh roast sr540 coffee roaster.

This air roaster was easy to set up, had customizable settings for fan speed, heat, and time, and roasted great coffee. Its settings were easy to tweak for better-tasting brews, and its catcher kept counters clean from papery silverskin chaff, while its glass roasting chamber was easy to clean. 

The Best Budget Home Coffee Roaster

Popper coffee roaster.

Sweet Maria's

Modeled after classic popcorn makers, Popper has settings for time and temperature so you can make easy adjustments based on your flavor preferences. I also really liked its automatic cooling cycle, which meant you didn’t have to babysit your coffee. 

Another Good Home Coffee Roaster

Javastarr electric coffee roasters machine.

If you’re looking for a straightforward air roaster, the JAVASTARR only has three buttons: medium, dark, and cool down. It roasted coffee well, and I liked that the fans rotated the coffee from the sides rather than from underneath.

• Roast Tests: I roasted two batches of coffee with each machine—one following the manufacturer’s instructions and the second with slight tweaks based on time, temperature, and color to improve the flavor profile. I also took note of different settings, how easy they were to adjust, and how long each machine took to roast a full batch. 
• Taste Tests: I tasted each roast side-by-side to compare flavor quality between each batch and between each roaster. I evaluated each coffee for tasting notes, sweetness, balance, acidity, and aftertaste. I also took notes on how the adjustment to the second roast with each machine showed in the coffee’s flavor profile compared to the first. 
• Usability and Cleanup Tests: I evaluated how simple each roaster was to set up, how easy it was to load in green coffee, and how straightforward each was to operate. I also looked at the different settings on each roaster and how clear they were to adjust, as well as how easy each roaster was to clean. 

Why Roast Your Own Coffee?

With so many great coffee companies out there, roasting your own at home might feel unnecessary. At the same time, home roasting lets you pick from a much wider selection of green coffee options (through sellers like Sweet Maria’s or Royal Coffee ) than any one coffee company can ever offer roasted. You can also dial in the roast profile that matches your exact flavor preferences. And while buying green coffee is around half the cost of buying roasted coffee, roasting your own takes a dedicated amount of time and effort. That is to say, it’s a better hobby for an aficionado than it is a cost-cutting measure—but if you’re ready to take the dive, it lets you fully customize your morning coffee experience. 

The Basics of Roasting Coffee

When we brew coffee, we’re using the roasted seed of the coffee cherry, which grows best at high elevations around the equator. The flavor of a particular coffee comes from a variety of factors on the farm, how the seed was processed from the cherry and dried, and how the roasting process develops sweetness and complexity. Green coffee is full of starch and, as you apply heat, that starch breaks down into sugars that then begin to caramelize. “You’ll want to listen for the first crack,” Kornman says. “That’s when the last bit of moisture finally evaporates and the coffee pops open, kind of like popcorn .” The first crack, he explains, signifies the moment coffee begins to rapidly caramelize. Keep roasting, and coffee will experience a second crack when the caramelizing sugars begin to burn (which is where you get dark roasts). While professional roasters have access to high-end temperature probes and roast tracking software, Kornman’s best advice was to listen for the first crack and aim for about two more minutes of roasting. After that, the best way to tweak your settings would be to taste the coffee and then change the roast time or temperature to try to hit the flavor profile you’re looking for. 

The Two Main Types of Roasters

There are two main types of roasters for home and professional settings: air and drum roasters. Air roasters, like the Fresh Roast , Popper , and JAVASTARR , use a high-powered heating element and fan just like air poppers for popcorn; they roast coffee purely through convection. Drum roasters, on the other hand, feature a horizontal rotating drum with a direct heat source applied to the outside. The Dyvee Coffee Roaster was the only drum roaster I tested, as most drum roasters for home are quite expensive. Most coffee roasting companies use large drum roasters and the roasting process comes from direct conductive heat from the drum itself as well as convective heat from the coffee being tossed into the air by the rotating drum. 

Roasting Good Coffee Takes Practice 

It took over 15 roasts before Borton was happy with his results. “Coffee roasting is both art and science. Learning never ends with coffee and that makes it fun,” Borton says. “You are going to drill through the same coffee, roasting it time and time again, to learn your roaster and begin to learn coffee.”

Tasting (and Tinkering) Were Key to Better Results

Both Kornman and Borton were clear on one thing: The only way to understand your roast profiles is to taste your results every time you make an adjustment and note how it affected the flavor. Along with cupping my roasts (a standardized way of tasting coffee), I also brewed pour-overs of my top coffees to see how the results changed between brew methods. Though I never ended up with perfect results, it was clear that the Fresh Roast and Popper machines were the easiest to adjust, and I also saw the biggest improvement in flavor between the first and second roast on each. Even though I had decent results from using the Presto Poplite Air Popper , its lack of settings made it easy to rule out. I was surprised at how drinkable the coffee from the Nuvo Eco Ceramic Handy Coffee Bean Roaster was, but having to manually rotate the coffee over an open flame meant there was a lack of repeatability in the process (plus my arms were tired).

Air Roasters Were More Practical (and Tidier)

Not only did the best-tasting results come from air roasters, they were also faster, generated less smoke, roasted more evenly, and were easier to set up and clean—all I had to do was wipe them out with a damp cloth, and they all had filters that caught chaff and kept my counters clean. While most of my air roasts only took around seven minutes, the Dyvee took over 25 minutes to complete a batch, and the Nuvo Eco required 12 to 15 minutes of hand-tossing the coffee to make sure it didn’t burn. I wasn’t even able to finish roasting batches with the JIAWUNSHUNN Electric Coffee Roaster and Great Northern Stainless Steel Stovetop Popcorn Maker . Both scorched the coffee due to direct heat and poor coffee circulation and generated so much smoke that I had to cut the roasting process short. 

Don’t Forget Proper Ventilation

Roasting coffee will always generate some amount of smoke, so be sure that you have proper ventilation set up over your roaster. This could be an overhead vent hood, open windows with a fan blowing, or even roasting in a garage with the door open. I thankfully never set off a fire alarm during my testing, but if you’re going to roast at home, be sure to follow all safety precautions. 

The best home coffee roasters are easy to set up, have multiple settings to control the roast profile, and are also easy to clean. They are also able to roast coffee evenly and quickly and improve the flavor of the coffee when adjustments are made.

What we liked: The Fresh Roast SR540 comes in three parts: a base that houses the fan and heating element (along with the control panel), a glass roasting chamber, and a lid that has a mesh basket designed to catch any chaff that flakes off of the coffee during roasting. It has three control options: fan speed, power, and time, which gave me the most control over the roast cycle than any other machine I tested. The suggested settings produced a coffee that was sweet, with some caramel and milk chocolate notes, and that had a clean finish. For the second roast, I increased the fan speed, lowered the power setting, and prolonged the roast. That cup showed more brightness and flavor clarity, with light fruit notes to balance out the body and sweetness that still came through similar to the first roast. I also really liked that at any time during the roasting process you could kill the roast and start a cooldown cycle by pressing the Run/Cool button—that way if a coffee is getting darker than you’d like it to, you can catch it before the roast starts to scorch. Otherwise, the cooling cycle will start automatically when the timer runs down. The detachable glass roasting chamber was also really easy to clean, too—just wipe with a damp cloth or wash with warm soapy water if the coffee oils start to build up. 

What we didn’t like: The fan is narrower than other air roasters I tested, so during the early part of the roasting cycle when the coffee was heavier, it didn’t rotate thoroughly and some coffee roasted unevenly. However, once the coffee hit the first crack and started browning, all the coffee seemed to catch up, and there were no traces of unevenly roasted coffee in the taste tests.

• Materials: Plastic, glass
• Weight: 5.64 pounds
• Dimensions: 14.1 x 8.5 x 8.4 inches
• Capacity: 114 grams
• Settings: Fan speed, power, time
• Care instructions: Wipe clean with a damp cloth

What we liked: Popper was designed after classic air popcorn poppers, only with a touch more control. It has two fan speeds (though they recommend you only use high), a continuous dial for the heat level, and a programmable timer. Instead of a chute, Popper has a cage to catch the chaff (though a fair amount still snuck through). But the thing I really loved about it was the automatic cooling cycle. When I started a batch with Popper, I added the coffee, set the heat dial, and then set a time—but no matter what time I set, the last three minutes were a built-in cooling cycle. That meant I didn’t have to babysit the roaster towards the end of the cycle or worry about the coffee scorching. The recommended settings from the manufacturer roasted a coffee that was sweet, and had some red apple and milk chocolate flavors, but tasted toasty in the finish. For the second roast, I shortened the overall roast time and increased the heat slightly, which brought out more fruit qualities and a distinct sweetness (though there was still a hint of smokiness). The roast chamber was easy to wipe out with a cloth (once it cooled) and, overall, I think it offers great roasting capabilities at a reasonable price.

What we didn’t like: I wished that the roaster had more fan speed settings, especially since the low setting isn’t recommended for use while roasting since it’s not powerful enough to fully rotate the coffee. The chaff catcher also let a fair amount of chaff through, and I had to wipe down my counters afterward. 

• Materials: Plastic  
• Weight: 4.2 pounds
• Dimensions: 7.5 x 7.5 x 15.5 inches
• Capacity: 90 grams
• Settings: Fan speed, heat, time

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What we liked: With only three buttons, the JAVASTARR was a straightforward air roaster. I liked that the roasting chamber fans were horizontal so that the coffee spun in a circle instead of being rotated up and around by a vertical fan. The medium and dark settings seemed to change the temperature slightly while roasting. When the first batch roasted on a medium setting tasted a little sour and underdeveloped, I tried the dark setting. I monitored the roast time and color, and the second batch had some fruitier flavors balanced with chocolate and caramel notes but was still a little bitter and dry on the finish. If you’re curious about roasting coffee at home and want a very simple machine to try it out, the JAVASTARR is a good option, as the only variable you’ll need to track is the time of the roast. 

What we didn’t like: There’s no countdown timer so you’ll have to watch each batch carefully during roasting. I also wish it was a little more powerful so it could roast batches in a shorter timeframe, which would give the user slightly more control over the flavor development. 

• Materials: Plastic
• Weight: 3.3 pounds
• Dimensions: 6.89 x 8.27 x 9.25 inches
• Capacity: 100 grams
• Settings: Medium or dark  
• Dyvee Coffee Roaster : Setting a rotating electric glass drum over a gas burner felt precarious. Ultimately it was too big to efficiently roast a batch of coffee without a high-powered, standalone burner, with batches taking over 20 minutes and the resulting coffee tasting flat. 
• Nuvo Eco Ceramic Handy Coffee Bean Roaster : This roaster required the user to rotate the coffee over an open flame by hand, which was tiring for its 12- to 15-minute roast cycles. The coffee from this roaster was tipped, meaning the edges of the beans were scorched and added bitterness. 
• JIAWUNSHUNN Electric Coffee Roaster : A cross between a crock pot and stirrer arm popcorn maker, this machine roasted extremely uneven coffee that tasted like vinegar and smoke.
• Great Northern Stainless Steel Stovetop Popcorn Maker : Though stovetop popcorn makers can be used to roast coffee, the stirring arm passes over the coffee instead of evenly rotating it. It also created a lot of smoke compared to air roasters. 
• Presto Poplite Air Popper : Without any control over the settings, coffee roasted unevenly in this air popper, though the end results were passable in taste tests. It also had a fan that was so powerful, it blew unroasted coffee out of the chute onto the counter. 

Is it cheaper to roast coffee at home?

Roasting your own coffee at home can be cheaper, but it also requires a lot of time, care, and effort to get the results you want. Heavy coffee drinkers might appreciate buying green coffee in bulk for a fraction of the cost of roasted coffee but fine-tuning a roast profile to match the quality of your favorite coffee roasting company can take a long time to perfect. We think it’s best for enthusiasts rather than people looking for a cost-saving measure. 

How easy is it to roast your own coffee?

Roasting coffee at home can be easy—our two favorite home roasters use a set-it-and-forget-it timer with customizable fan speeds and heat settings. We had relatively good results with the manufacturer-suggested settings out of the box, though tweaking roast profiles to bring out the flavors you’re looking for can take some time and experimentation to perfect. 

What is the best way to roast coffee at home?

While there are a variety of different coffee roaster styles that we tested, the most consistent and easiest to tweak were air roasters. These machines use a high-powered fan and heater to roast coffee, and our top three picks had settings to adjust fan speed, heat, and time, allowing you to easily tweak roast profiles to bring out different flavors. They also tend to be less expensive than drum roasters, which feature a heat source (like a gas burner) applied to a rotating drum and require more practice and coffee roasting knowledge to get good results. 

How long does roasted coffee stay fresh?

Whole bean coffee is freshest for about two weeks after its first roasted.

• Jesse Raub was Serious Eats' commerce writer and spent over 15 years working in the specialty coffee industry. He was our in-house coffee expert and regularly tested coffee gear for this site, including reviews of espresso machines and drip coffee makers .
• He tested eight roasting machines and went through more than five pounds of green coffee over 30 batches of roasting. 
• For this review, Jesse interviewed Chris Kornman, the Director of Education at The Crown: Royal Coffee Lab & Tasting Room , as well as Dave Borton, an avid home roaster with over 18 years of experience.

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The Best Coffee Roaster in Every State

From Alabama to Wyoming, these coffee roasters are ushering a new era of perfectly crafted beans and brews.

As the contributor of many of Food & Wine's comprehensive Best Of lists, designed to highlight and celebrate all aspects of American food and drink culture, David spent much of a typical year traveling on assignment. Besides having lived in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Seattle and San Francisco, he visited each of the 50 states many times over, often for extended periods of time, revisiting at least half most years.

Ask for a list of the best coffee in the country, not very long ago, and you'd have had it within minutes. As recently as a decade ago, there simply wasn't that much competition—not at the top, anyway. Even as late as 2018, the first year Food & Wine took a comprehensive look at American coffee culture, things were a lot more straightforward. Today, that list is mostly useful as a reminder of how much has changed since .

Even just one year—and countless cups of coffee!—later, something quite important had already become clear— the list, which was at the time attempting to capture the best of everything , not only roasting, but also the best shops as well, would have to be divided in two. For one, being great at both sides of the business isn't as common as you might think. For another, there was simply too much to talk about, too many good people being left out of the conversation.

And so, at the tail end of 2019, Food & Wine published the Best Coffee Shops in America , the first half of the next phase of the project; in early 2020, this was to be followed up with a list of the best coffee roasters. That didn't happen, of course—suddenly, even the best and brightest in the industry were struggling to cope with the loss of most of their wholesale accounts, or shop closures, or whatever curveballs the pandemic could throw. Everything else would have to wait.

Two years later, the landscape once again has changed, and rather dramatically; even with all the challenges everyone has been facing, the news is hopeful. Had the list come out in March 2020, one thing's for sure—it wouldn't have been nearly as exciting. Keeping track of the talented people who took the flying leap and started roasting during the pandemic has almost become a full time job; to be honest, it'll take at least another year to try everything. Count on this, in the meantime—any states still lagging behind, probably won't be for very much longer.

Note: Most of the roasters on this list rotate their offerings regularly—our recommendations were available as of March 2022, but may not be in the future.

Domestique Coffee

A love for Haiti and a desire to be a force for good within the country's struggling coffee trade got brothers Nathan and Michael Pocus into the game; these days, they source from all over.

What to try: Haiti Single Origin, 10 oz. $8.99

Genesis Coffee Lab

Thanks to a close relationship with a washing station in Ethiopia's Sidama region formed over time, roaster Jeffery Chon has been able to trade more directly than most.

What to try : Tamiru Tadesse Natural, 4 oz. $26.50

Pair Cupworks

Bay Area transplant Kimhak Em roasts some of the most interesting coffees in the Southwest right now, served from behind a tiny counter inside a bar in Mesa. Absolutely one to watch.

What to try: Wash-Processed Thailand (Chiang Rai), 8 oz. $16

Onyx Coffee Lab

From obscure Mexican anaerobic processed micro-lots to gold standard everyday blends, this early third-waver remains a strong, independent advocate for great coffee and its growers.

What to try: Mexico La Ilusion Coe #4, 10 oz. $75, Southern Weather, 10 oz. $16

Cat & Cloud

The latest, greatest roaster out of coffee-positive Santa Cruz brings to the table an infectious passion for the entire, crop-to-cup business. Top to bottom, a model to follow.

What to try : Costa Rica Finca Edgar Honey, 10 oz. $16

Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters

Everyone drinks coffee in Denver, or could do, if they wanted to, there's certainly no shortage—connoisseurs know this highly skilled, socially conscious roaster to be the very best.

What to try: Ecuador Loja Altos de Marfil, 12 oz. $19

Connecticut

Ilse coffee.

This Fairfield County up-and-comer is quickly gaining a national reputation for their delicate approach to the top-notch product they've been sourcing.

What to try: Colombia Pastor Ordonez, 12 oz. $22

Brandywine Coffee Roasters

Highly experienced, woman-led operation known throughout the business not just for their whimsical branding, but exceptional quality as well.

What to try: Colombia Miller Bustos Anaerobic Natural, 12 oz. $23

Resident Coffee

Since 2020, Gabe Chavez and Noe Lopez have been shaking things up in a state already brimming with potential, turning out coffees that have people talking all across the country.

What to try: Ethiopia Haru Yirg-Z, 12 oz., $18.50

Portrait Coffee

This exciting recent entrant on Atlanta's rapidly evolving scene has quickly gained a reputation for sourcing some excellent African coffees.

What to try: Congo Wawa Kanzururu, 12 oz. $18

Big Island Coffee Roasters

A supportive, nurturing approach toward smallholders in less-appreciated growing regions around the state gives this experienced operation a considerable edge in a crowded field.

What to try: 100% Kona Peaberry, 10 oz. $35

Neckar Coffee

Psych-major-turned-roaster Grant Shealy was a farmers market fixture around Boise for years before making it official; sample the goods at one of the state's finest shops.

What to try: Organic Ethiopia Guji Natural, 12 oz. $22

Metric Coffee

Already ahead of the majority of the pack, this Chicago standout has emerged from the pandemic with a refreshed approach to sourcing and transparency.

What to try: Ethiopia Worka Chelbessa Washed Anaerobic, 8 oz. $23

Tinker Coffee Co.

After nearly a decade of being the state's most forward-looking roaster, this enthusiastic Indianapolis operation still feels young and vibrant—look for some fine single origins.

What to try: Ethiopia Sidama Bekele Kachara Hamasho Natural, 12 oz. $20

Windmill Coffee

Iowa native Robb Pearson spent years helping to build one of Southern California's top coffee companies; these days, he's buyer/roaster for this notable startup in Ames.

What to try: Nicaragua Finca Idealista, 223g $21.50

PT's Coffee

Back in 1993, before at least a few of the roasters on this list were born, Jeff Taylor and Fred Polzin were out in Wichita pioneering the notion of direct trade. Every bit as relevant today.

What to try: Ethiopia Mrs. Gemedech Natural, 12 oz. $22

Quills Coffee

In some cities, 2007 is practically ancient history, but Louisville and coffee go way back, far enough that this 15 year-old roaster still sometimes feels like the new kid on the block. Look to the single-origin offerings.

What to try : Colombia La Primavera Pink Bourbon, 12 oz. $22

Exile Coffee Roasters

Byron Gomez spent years training up at the French Quarter's best espresso bar before braving the roasting game in a highly competitive town; the watch-and-wait approach is paying off.

What to try: Brazil Cerrado Mineiro Antonio Carmo, 12 oz. $19

Tandem Coffee Roasters

One of the most successful spinoffs from coffee's big early-aughts moment, this Portland institution was one of the first to bring West Coast cool all the way east—with great success.

What to try: Ethiopia West Arsi Bulga, 12 oz. $20.50

Ceremony Coffee Roasters

Before many American coffee drinkers started thinking about alternatives to the normal dark roast, this pioneering Annapolis outfit was leaning into the lighter approach.

What to try: Rwanda Humure Natural, 12 oz. $20

Massachusetts

Little wolf coffee.

Not quite so high profile as the state's previous contributions to the national culture, but no less important, this micro-outfit (operating from a converted gas station in Ipswich) is one of a few American roasters currently competing with the best of Europe and Asia.

What to try: Ethiopia La Predera Gesha, 8 oz. $24

Madcap Coffee

Many of the big names from the '00s are now either shadows of their former selves, or nearly disappeared inside larger corporations; the pride of Grand Rapids remains as independent—and passionate—as ever.

What to try: El Salvador Elefante, 10 oz. $25

Dogwood Coffee

More than a decade on, this Minneapolis biggie still feels fresh; owner Dan Anderson's partnership with designer Houston White on a new cafe and roasters was the talk of the Twin Cities coffee community in 2021.

What to try: Snow Emergency (Ethiopia Suke Quto Washed + Natural), 12 oz. $18

Mississippi

Bean fruit coffee.

There have been so many changes to the regional coffee culture since Paul Bonds started roasting over a decade ago; this remains one of the South's essential micro-roasters.

What to try: Colombia Finca La Virginia, 12 oz. $17.50

Monarch Coffee

A serious coffee town since at least the 1990s, Kansas City is spoiled for choice; this forward-looking roaster (and proprietor of the city's best shops) makes it easy to play favorites.

What to try: Ethiopia Dumerso Spontaneous Fermentation, 12 oz. $24

Revel Coffee

A hard-working, head-down roaster with a reputation far beyond Billings for sourcing ability and quality—a reminder that it's fine to keep a low profile and let the coffee speak for itself.

What to try: Ethiopia Wush Wush, 12 oz. $33

Archetype Coffee

Grammy-winning record producer Jason Burkum spent years honing his roasting skills; he's the man behind the machine at one of the sharpest operations on the Great Plains.

What to try: Costa Rica Tirra Natural, 12 oz. $22

Luminous Coffee

Would you have guessed that one of the most interesting micro-roasters in the country right now works out of a strip mall—on a customized pink Loring!—in suburban Las Vegas?

What to try: Anything from their regularly scheduled drops (sign up required).

New Hampshire

La mulita coffee.

Colombian expat Max Pruna had to move all the way to New England to get excited about coffees from his home country; talk about a man making up for lost time.

What to try: Andres Ramirez Honey Anaerobic, 12 oz. $16

Royal Mile Coffee Roasters

Stylistically diverse but never dull, it's a poorly kept secret that some of Philly's best coffee comes from this slightly scrappy South Jersey roaster, now at it for nearly a decade.

What to try: Vice Jawn Black, $14.99

Slow Burn Coffee

Whether this Albuquerque upstart was named to describe the evolution of the regional coffee culture or not, the description is apt. Some promising work being done here.

What to try: Ethiopia Guji Buku Natural, 12 oz. $24

There's the premier practitioner of the Nordic style in the United States, and then there's everybody else in New York. (And if you ask some people, the country.) Come here when you're ready to get serious.

What to try: Colombia El Pino Maria Lunid Ascensio, 250g $23.25

North Carolina

Black & white coffee.

Competition circuit kings Kyle Ramage and Lem Butler pivoted to opening their own business, shaking up Southern coffee culture and gaining no small amount of national attention.

What to try: The Future, 12 oz. $19

North Dakoda

Young blood coffee.

Backed by years of experience in San Francisco, it wasn't entirely surprising to see the best shop in Fargo move—and rather quickly—into roasting some memorable, lighter-touch coffees.

What to try : Rotating selection, currently available in store only.

Flatlands Coffee

From small (and smart) college town coffee shop to the most daring roaster in the state, focused on the the challenging, lighter Nordic style—in just six years. Rest of Ohio, take note.

Why to try: Brazil Serra Negra Natural, 10 oz. $14.95

Clarity Coffee Co.

During the pandemic, Oklahoma City's best coffee shop started roasting under its own name—fortunately, owner Steve Willingham already had years of experience under his belt.

What to try: Ethiopia Bookkisa Natural, 12 oz. $21

Noble Coffee

Portland may have been the Seattle of the aughts and teens, but now appears nearly as complacent as its predecessor. This oft-awarded operation from the other end of the state is the same age as some of the biggest names from that era, but manages to still feel as exciting as it did a decade ago.

What to try : Kenyan Muiri Estate Peaberry, 12 oz. $23

Pennsylvania

Passenger coffee.

When shortlisting American roasters at the top of their craft, it wouldn't (or shouldn't) take long to get to this knowledgeable, capable crew, also running two of the Northeast's best cafes.

What to try: Education Lot La Tortuga Galapagos Islands, 10 oz. $36.50

Rhode Island

Bolt coffee co..

What began as the coolest coffee shop in Providence has grown in less than a decade to become one of New England's best—and most transparent, and most inclusive—roasters.

What to try: Ethiopia Gora Kone Natural, 10 oz. $22

South Carolina

Methodical coffee.

Very few Southern roasters shine brighter than this aptly-named, well-deserving Greenville favorite, which delivers a wide range of offerings to an exacting, progressive standard.

What to try: Pink Lady (Ethiopia, Dur Feres and Dumerso), 12 oz., $19

South Dakota

Coffea roasterie.

Before many states on this list had coffee worth talking about, this Sioux Falls favorite was not only traveling to the source, but doing great work with whatever they were shipping home, too.

What to try: DR Congo Mapendo Women, 12 oz. $21

Crema Coffee

More than a few have come for the title, but for now, this sustainably-minded, highly knowledgeable, well-established Nashville outfit remains the most serious contender in the state.

What to try: Yemen Azrar Haraz, 12 oz. $32

Three Keys Coffee

Thisexuberant but disciplined entrant has lately been turning Houston's fledgling scene on its head, a reminder that the hierarchy of Texas' sprawling coffee culture is not yet a settled matter.

What to try: Embracing Boldness (Ethiopia Guji Natural), $20

Publik Coffee Roasters

A little bit punk rock and and a lot into sustainability, this should be the first stop for any serious coffee drinker in Salt Lake.

What to try: Rwanda Ibisi Mountain, 12 oz. $18

Vivid Coffee

No wallflowers in the lineup here—roaster/owner Ian Bailey demonstrates a talent for sourcing coffees that stand out as some of New England's finest.

What to try: Nahun Fernandez Honduras Honey Parainema, 8 oz. $13

Blanchard's Coffee Roasting Co.

For years, David Blanchard mostly kept his head down and roasted coffee—a strategy that has more than paid off, quality-wise; home of the famous coffee vending machines.

What to try: Colombia Gutierrez Family Gesha, 10 oz. $26.30

Camber Coffee

In a state brimming with retro charm, this Bellingham standout has beenquite happy to bound ahead of the pack, roasting some of the most essential coffees in the Northwest right now.

What to try: Artist Series selections, rotating throughout the year (currently Ethiopia Hamesho Natural) 8 oz. $20

Washington, DC

Lost sock roasters.

After paying dues on the local farmers market circuit, this youthful operation settled into permanent digs over the pandemic; the days of looking to the 'burbs for DC's best coffee are over.

What to try: Finca Las Perlitas, Colombia, 10 oz. $17

West Virginia

Quantum bean coffee.

WVU grad Samuel Bonasso ventured all the way to California before deciding to come home to roost (and roast). A highlight of the small but growing scene, centered around Morgantown.

What to try: Ethiopia Sidama Ardi Natural Process, 1 lb. $19

Ruby Coffee Roasters

Something of a pilgrimage site from day one, thanks to Jared Linzmeier's industry experience and connections, this small-town gem enjoys a well-deserved reputation far beyond state lines.

What to try: Colombia Los Guacharos Reserve, 12 oz. $21

Overview Coffee

Professional snowboarder Alex Yoder focuses on farms practicing regenerative agriculture, as part of his goal to make this Jackson outfit as sustainable as a coffee roaster can get.

What to try: Earthrise, 250g $16

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The new Parks Coffee Cafe & Roastery is a great way to start your day. Come by for a fresh cup of coffee nearby or get it delivered to your door.

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Parks Coffee Roastery & Cafe is open for dine in, take out, curbside ordering, Uber Eats delivery, and mobile order and pay with the Parks Coffee app. There's plenty of room to social distance and sip our coffee while staying six feet apart from other guests. Our barista team sanitizes the cafe frequently, and also has increased hand washing. We hope you'll stop by for freshly roasted coffee, handcrafted beverages, or our friendly baristas!

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Our Roastery Tour and Tasting consists of a tour of our roasting facility with an up close look at coffee roasting and packaging. Guests will learn about all things coffee: from coffee growing locations to how it ends up to the cup in front of you. The tour concludes with a tasting of 3 of our single-origin coffees paired with baked treats from La Casita Bakeshop!

Tours are Thursday afternoon, Friday afternoons, and Saturday mornings. At this time, tour group size is no more than 10 people and tickets are $15 per person, with each guest receiving a 25% discount on any merchandise that can be purchased after the tour. This includes coffee beans, coffee brewing equipment, apparel, drinkware and more!

Select Saturday afternoons we offer At Home Brewing Classes. Tickets are $12 for either a French Press Brewing lesson or a Pour Over Brewing lesson. Guests will receive a mini tour, learn all there is to know about making great coffee at home, and enjoy a pairing of a La Casita Bakeshop treat with the coffee they brew in class. Guests will also get a 25% discount on all merchandise sold in the cafe.

Lastly, on select Saturday afternoons make sure you grab a Private Roasting Tour and Tasting. In addition to the full tour and tasting, guests will end their tour with roasting their own bag of coffee to take home. Tickets are $30 per person and reservations can be made on our Tickleap page. Please note that the Ticketleap reservation "ticket" is free to ensure that your roasting tour is private. Tickets are $30 per person payment can be made upon entry.

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About mcmenamins coffee roasters, we’ve been roasting coffee beans in a humble house in northeast portland since 2001. mcmenamins coffee roasters is dedicated to roasting the highest-quality  coffea arabica  species, resulting in coffees of elegant, complex flavors., sourcing beans from small farms.

We source our coffee beans from small farms in the world’s best growing regions. From the careful cultivation by our farmer partners to skilled roasting by our production team, each step is artfully executed.

We look for coffee growers who use best practices, like crop rotation and no-spray/organic methods and are considered fair trade, equitable and sustainable. We also prioritize economic and social benefits to farmers, like buying from a women’s co-op or India biodynamic beans. To that end, we partner with small farms or co-ops supporting family farms whenever possible.

High Quality, Small Batches

As a member of the Specialty Coffee Association of America, McMenamins Coffee Roasters selects high quality beans that meet the organization’s standards. Roasting in single, small batches allows us to give our full attention to the bean and provide our customers with the best quality product. We roast beans in a state-of-the-art Probat gas drum roaster, which allows us to develop each coffee to its fullest potential.

As McMenamins has grown, so has our coffee program. We now roast more than 70,000 pounds of coffee every year, yet have kept our commitment to handcrafting. By roasting each batch to order and delivering to our locations weekly, McMenamins Coffee Roasters is committed to giving our customers freshest coffee.

Where to Find McMenamins Coffees

Our house roasted coffees are served at McMenamins locations and are available for purchase at hotel gift shops, bottle shops, pubs and online shop . For regular delivery to your door, check out our coffee subscriptions . Look for the hand-stamped date of roasting on the back of every bag – the mark our roasters use to signify that these beans meet our rigorous standards, all in the name of a fresh cup to enjoy.

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All of our beans are given special attention by roasting each variety seperately before blending. For a top-quality brew, keep your coffee in a cool, dry cupboard away from heat, moisture and sunlight

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LIMITED EDITION Roasters Reserve Guatemala Rio Azul This limited-time coffee is from the Huehuetenango region of Guatemala. Notes of lime and green grape accent its bright flavor, followed by a toasted nut and chocolate finish. Available by the cup at Hal's Café or whole beans to go at hotel gift shops, select pubs and through coffee subscriptions .   LIMITED EDITION Roasters Reserve Sumatra Mandheling This limited-time coffee is a traditional Sumatran wet-hulled bean from the Ache province. Wet-hulled coffees are known for their deep, rich flavor, and this Roasters Reserve is sweet with mild acidity. Available as whole beans to go at hotel gift shops and select pubs. GUATEMALA Huehuetenango La Providencia (Palhu) Country of origin: Guatemala This coffee is very bright. Nice almond aroma, the coffee has notes of lime and plum. It also has a nice toasted nut and a rich chocolate finish. This coffee has a very balanced flavor. This coffee will be available all summer and is our featured cold brew coffee. We also have added it to our retail offerings. It will be featured as retail at the Gift Shops, Pubs, and through our Coffee Subscription.It will also be served at Hal's Cafe. EL SALVADOR BOURBON LAS ISABELLAS Country of origin: El Salvador Las Isabellas farm is located in the southwestern corner of the country and sits at an altitude of 5,200 ft. The high elevation and the natural canopy of the surrounding forest contribute to the superior quality of the coffee. Diurnal temperatures at high altitudes produce wide variations of sugar that translate to greater flavor. The flavor profile: fragrant with a full body and bold chocolate. The finish is nutty with chocolate notes and hints of orange. McMenamins bought this estate coffee directly from the farm. This purchase continues our commitment to quality as well as fair trade practices. Las Isabellas is offered as a stand-alone origin, and is included in our House and Morning blends. ETHIOPIAN NATURAL Country of Origin: Ethiopia Our Ethiopian natural is a dry-processed coffee. Coffee cherries are harvested and laid out on patios to dry with the fruit left on the seed. The result is a coffee rich in fruit and complexity. Most coffees grown in the province of Sidamo are known for their bright acidity and citrus-like quality. Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee, and the agricultural methods practiced in producing coffee from this region have been employed for several centuries. In order to draw out the fruit and brightness, we roast this at a city* roast. Ethiopian coffees make up one third of our Morning blend, and are offered throughout the company as stand-alone single origins. ROYAL SELECT WATER PROCESSED DECAF (COLOMBIA) We pride ourselves at McMenamins for maintaining high standards when it comes to decaf coffee. The process of decaffeination can be harsh and sometimes toxic. Most cheap decaf coffees are chemically altered with the use of ethyl acetate. McMenamins Coffee Roasters always purchases water-processed decaf, which is full-bodied and flavorful. In short, water-processed decaf coffee is soaked in tanks, and the caffeine is gradually extracted through the use of high-temperature water. Coffee flavor solids and caffeine pass through a carbon filter. The caffeine is then separated from the solids, and discarded. Roast: Full city plus

Limited & seasonal offerings

We source beans from family-owned farms and family farm co-ops whenever possible, and we purchase seasonally in order to offer fresh-crop beans at their peak of flavor, showcasing their region of origin. Some of these coffees are very limited. We roast them fresh, and they’re only around until our supply runs out. Get them while you can! KENYA : Kenyan coffees are grown at high altitudes – up to 2,300 meters – giving them the complex flavors that they are known for. The coffee is rich and aromatic, balanced by stone fruit and citrus notes and a heavy bodied finish. McMenamins Kenyan coffee is grown by small farms.   COLOMBIA : Colombia is one of the most well known coffee growing regions in the world. Colombia has two mountain ranges that provide a wide array of coffee profiles and also allows two harvest seasons a year. This coffee is rich and balanced with pleasant citrus and chocolate notes.

*  City to full city : Refers to the degree that the coffee has been roasted   from lighter to darker

Small Farm Growers

The beans we roast at McMenamins are selected from small-farm growers producing plants of the highest caliber.  Every May and June after harvest time, dozens of Central American, South American and African coffee samples land at our doorstep. Each sample is roasted, and then "cupped," a centuries-old ritual in which roasters sit together, slurping numerous cups of brewed coffees with silver spoons in order to best evaluate aromas and the flavors. From hundreds of farms, only a handful of the very best beans are then chosen. These select coffees are roasted from light to dark until we find the perfect roast with the complex flavor profile we desire in a handcrafted McMenamins coffee. From the farmer who processes the beans after harvest to the roaster who brings out their best flavors to the server who prepares your cup or pot of coffee, the process is a long and honored one.

New: Seasonal Barrel-Aged Coffee

Using barrels fresh from our own distillery and winery, we age coffee beans for three months so that they absorb the barrel flavors, then we roast them, bag them, and send them to our gift shops.  

Our Current Barrel offerings:

• Billy Rye Whiskey Barrel-Aged Indian Biodynamic: We chose this interesting coffee from India that is grown using biodynamic farming practices to pair with our Billy Rye Whiskey barrel due to its bright citrus and cranberry notes. This coffee is a nice match for the Billy Rye Whiskey.  • Hogshead Whiskey Barrel-Aged El Salvador Las Isabellas Bourbon: Our farm-direct El Salvador was chosen to pair with the Hogshead Whiskey barrel, a perfect match: Citrus and chocolate notes in the coffee pair nicely with the Hogshead Whiskey.  12-ounce bag, $12 * Seasonals available quarterly at our larger retail locations (Edgefield, Kennedy School, Bottle Shop, Anderson School) & select smaller gift shops.

Brewing at Home

What's the next-best thing to having an actual barista make your coffee? Brewing it at home! Here are a few tips when brewing a cup of McMenamins house roasted coffee: Storage It is essential to keep coffee away from light, heat, odors and moisture. Store in a dry, dark place and use within two weeks. Grind Fresh Coffee should be handled like a perishable culinary item. Grind and brew your freshly roasted beans within 7 to 10 days of purchase. After that, the beans are susceptible to oxidation and will quickly go stale and start to sweat.  Brew Fresh Coffee is best brewed with 200°F water. After brewing it will be at about 185°F. A pre-warmed urn can hold that temperature for 45 minutes. After 90 minutes, coffee may still steam, but the temperature will have dropped significantly and the coffee may not taste as fresh.

McMenamins Coffee Roasters: A Bottomless Cup of Passion, Aroma & Tradition Originally published in October 2007  

Recently at McMenamins Coffee Roastery in Northeast Portland, Martyn Leaper was talking about one of the benefits of his job. "After being here all day, you go somewhere else and it stays with you." He was talking about the comforting, pungent aroma of coffee beans roasting at 400-plus-degree temperatures in the unassuming building's Probat roaster. The wonderful scent envelopes him during his day-long shift, then follows him wherever he goes after work.   Similarly, McMenamins' original master roaster, Dahna Maskell, had a wonderful, embracing personality that stayed with you even when she was worlds away. Around her, the most mundane parts of life could become new adventures just from the enthusiastic delight she infused into them. Dahna's passing in October 2007 has left a sadness in the lives and hearts of her vast circle of friends and family, but her embrace will long be felt from all that she gave us.   Dahna brought her roasting business into McMenamins' fold in 2001. She schooled us in coffee and coffee service with a fascination and passion for the subject that in turn had us genuinely captivated.   She was a great teacher and passed her knowledge along to McMenamins' next master roaster, Jen Apodaca. Jen talks of Dahna's encyclopedic mind for coffee - not just roasting techniques but the character and quality of beans, their color, smell, shape and consistency, their place of origin, farming practices and much more. "There's just so much to know," Jen exclaims. Dahna had acquired numerous books about coffee over time and she shared this library with Jen. During her first year working for Dahna in 2005, Jen spent hours poring over these tomes. Then she brought them out for the next roasters, Martyn and assistant Cheryl Golden.   Dahna didn't have the luxury of time when she first got into craft coffee roasting. In the mid-1990s, she, her husband Joe and two kids relocated to Portland from Santa Cruz, California, and they scoured the city for viable opportunities to get a business going - any business. They came across Capt. Bean's roastery in Southeast Portland. Neither Dahna nor Joe had any experience in the field, but the owner was anxious to sell. The deal was sealed, and after a two-month crash course in the finer points of roasting, Dahna was roasting on her own for the first time ever.   For a consummate tea drinker (until then), Dahna took to her new vocation remarkably well. It became her new passion - she worked and studied hard, becoming one of the region's first female master roasters.   After a year or so, she relocated her roastery to its present site in Northeast Portland and gave it the name Café Splendid, which she soon rechristened Café Amour. Along the way she won several awards for the excellent quality of her coffee products. So, clearly McMenamins gained a lot when she agreed to join us.   Dahna also gave us a handmade traditional whirling dervish costume, which has everything to do with coffee's long, rich heritage and is a spirited reminder of the fun she brought to life. The costume, with its colorful embroidery, special buttons and charms, is a descendant of those first worn by the Sufi order of Shadhili mystics who inaugurated the art of coffee brewing in the 13th century. These Muslim mystics used the potent brew to sustain all-night spinning ceremonies intended to get closer to God by altering their consciousness through ecstatic gyration. They were dubbed whirling dervishes by westerners who witnessed the ceremonies. As the Muslim religion was spread by these wandering Shadhilis, so too was the popularity of coffee. Before long, the steaming beverage shed its religious associations and became a common drink in secular households around the globe.   Dahna delighted in wearing this wonderful relic at social outings. And it's no stretch to say that like the Shandhilis of yore, she spread the love of and sophisticated palate for good coffee throughout the McMenamins Kingdom. And that's a tradition that continues.   The next time you sip a mug of McMenamins coffee, pause and savor the aroma that embraces you. There's more there than just a cup of Joe.

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5 Bay Area Coffee Roasters You Need to Know (If You Don't Already)

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The San Francisco Bay Area is known for a lot of things—avocado toast, skyrocketing rental rates, and that oh-so-specific sourdough bread. But there’s something a little more caffeinated that doesn’t always make the list—unique specialty coffee. While brands like Blue Bottle or Philz may pop immediately into your mind when it comes to coffee, there are an overwhelming number of independent coffee roasters that call the Bay their home.

These roasters bring their own unique background, history, and skillset to the beans they serve, making each brew a little different from the next. Whether you’re a light-roast aficionado, a morning grump looking for a little joy, or you’re simply trying to find your new favorite cafe to work for the day, this guide has a hand-crafted selection for everyone.

Ritual Coffee Roasters

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“I think San Francisco is one of the best cities in the entire world for coffee—if not the best,” says Eileen Rinaldi, founder and owner of Ritual Coffee Roasters in San Francisco.

Rinaldi takes a lot of pride in creating a physical product in a city now known largely for its technology production. “I think there’s something about the ecology of the Bay Area,” says Rinaldi. “It’s part of our ethos to push the boundaries further and see how we can do things better...We’re just never satisfied with the coffee. We love it, but we always want to do better.”

Ritual joins a long line of San Francisco coffee roasters—including famous brands like Folgers and Hills Bros.—and product manufacturers that aren’t always associated with the city’s booming industries. “I’m excited about this scene of San Francisco coffee roasters that is connected to a scene of manufacturing in San Francisco” says Rinaldi, “And I think that’s critical to us maintaining a diverse economy here.”

Rinaldi says that Ritual specializes in lighter roasts, a process that is delicate and difficult to produce in large quantities. Where some would compare roasting coffee to steaks on a grill, Rinaldi prefers to use baking a cake in her analogy.

“If you throw steaks on a grill, it’s great if the inside is pretty much still raw,” says Rinaldi. “But when you bake a cake and the inside isn’t cooked, it’s inedible. [With] light roasting, you want to get the center of the bean fully cooked essentially without scorching the outside.”

“What makes that especially challenging for roasters is different beans have different densities, different moisture contents,” continues Rinaldi. It’s only a few seconds that separates not-quite-roasted coffee that doesn’t brew properly from a roast with a lot of flavor.

Ritual has cafes all across San Francisco, and one in Napa, where you can grab a cup for yourself—the location in Hayes Valley is just about perfect if you’re looking for some window shopping. If you’d rather craft your brew at home, you can check out their handy brew guides that will walk you through just about every way to make coffee you can think of—and a couple you might not have known before.

Highwire Coffee Roasters

5655 College Ave Oakland, CA 94618

With four locations all across the Bay Area, and many more cafes serving their beans, you’ve most likely seen Highwire’s striking packaging while in search of your morning cup—simple brown bags with bold black typeface and intricate images reminiscent of woodblock prints that were created in Highwire’s early days by a barista and graphic designer named Katie Miller. With names like “The Core” and “Conscientious Objector,” the whole presentation is hard to ignore—much like the ethos behind the company itself.

Robert Myers, one of the co-founders of Highwire, got his start in coffee in the Bay Area while working at Peet’s. He saw coffee’s ability to build community and was inspired to start his own roaster—one that makes space for people to help one another.

“Most of the people I’ve ever met who work in coffee are just good people. They’re interesting people,” says Myers, “When I became a coffee roaster I didn’t want to be in competition.I didn’t see that it needed to be competition.” His admiration for the people in the coffee business has impacted his business ethos in a deep way. In fact, over the last few years, Highwire has helped several small roasters get their start by teaching them how to roast (if they need it) and renting them space within their own roastery.

“One of the biggest barriers to entry for people who want to realize their dream in coffee is how prohibitive buying a coffee roaster has always been,” says Myers. “We could open up our space [at Highwire] to other business people and really be part of people realizing their dream. And that to me is a much nicer space than who’s doing better in sales or who has more followers on social media.”

Myers says it’s gratifying to see roasters graduate to their own space and continue to contribute to the diverse voices within the Bay Area coffee scene.

Bicycle Coffee

364 2nd St Oakland, CA 94607

Bicycle Coffee has the type of over-the-top scrappy origin story that makes it distinctly Bay Area—including roasting their first batch in a popcorn maker and getting it into the hands of top-floor FiDi execs via a little phone-call trickery. Now, Bicycle is an international enterprise with locations in the Bay, Los Angeles, and Tokyo.

The roastery takes its name from their delivery method. All orders are delivered via bicycle, with the bags of coffee stacked into small trailers specially designed for the task.

“We have trailers we designed and built ourselves,” says Brad Butler, co-founder. “They hold hundreds of pounds [of coffee] and there’s nothing else like them on the market.”

Initially, bicycles were the most cost-effective form of delivery they had. But they later discovered that it was also a great way to beat traffic and avoid parking fees in San Francisco’s downtown area. Butler also feels that by moving through their local communities via bicycle, it helps keep them connected with their customers in a more personal way.

“You have a competitive advantage if you do everything you can to do good and create community with your business,” says Butler. And after doing business in the Bay Area for nearly ten years, he says that’s been key to staying power in a place changing as rapidly as their home-base in Oakland.

“You see old-timey places going away,” says Butler. “You see new places popping up and [then] going away...you feel the squeeze, and recognize that the only way [you’ll] win is by building long-term relationships. "Butler explains that those relationships expand to everyone who walks through the door of each Bicycle location—either via a simple conversation while the coffee is brewed or through offering free cups of coffee every Friday.

1528 Webster St Oakland, CA 94612

The newest roaster on this list, Slojoy has only been in Oakland for four years, but in that time they’ve graduated from a small space in the back of a local market to their very own walk-up window on Webster street.

Christopher Stites, founder, says that his path to coffee was quick and borderline spontaneous. “We came back from a visit in Maui to a coffee farm and fell in love with the process,” says Stites. He started roasting in his kitchen, sending bags to friends and family, then rapidly graduated to their current location.

Slojoy’s signature slogan is “spread joy,” which comes from the founder’s desire to deliver something joyful in coffee and community faith building. Stites is both a coffee roaster and a pastor, helping lead services at The Movement church in East Oakland.

“Joy is different from happiness where it’s slow, but it’s lasting,” says Stites of the roastery’s name.

Part of the “joy” in “Slojoy” is that each batch of coffee is small—usually around 50 to 60 pounds a week—and is roasted just about every 6 or 7 days. In addition to a dedication to freshness, each cup of Slojoy coffee served at the window comes with a little something special to put a perk in your step.

“We just want to encourage folks,” says Stites. “We write a handwritten note for every cup that goes out. We have a built-in ‘pay-it-forward’ option where we’ve seen over $600 go through of people buying other people coffee.”

Timeless Coffee

4252 Piedmont Ave Oakland, CA 94611

Finally, for the vegan coffee lover who doesn’t want to second-guess their pastry choices, there’s Timeless .

Founder RJ Leimpeter was working in San Francisco at Sightglass when he decided he wanted to bring a specialized cafe to his own neighborhood in Oakland.

“I grew up in the East Bay,” says Leimpeter. “I really wanted to be part of my neighborhood.” He also really wanted to create a shop with all-vegan offerings.

“We make everything in house and our entire kitchen is vegan,” says Leimpeter. But despite his life-long coffee career, he needed some help in the baked-goods department.

“Violett Slocum was a major part of the reason why I started the business,” says Leimpeter. “She’s so talented at baking, and I got her to join on with me to do all the kitchen stuff. All the food stuff is her.” The pastry options at Timeless range from donuts and other single-serve items to entire cakes which you can custom order for your next special occasion.

Leimpeter also wanted to keep things as local as possible. “One of the key things that we do is the importers we use are based in Oakland,” says Leimpeter, citing Coffee Shrub and Red Fox Coffee Merchants as a few of the importers he works with. “Their practices of importing beans are top-notch.”

Timeless now has two locations—one in the Piedmont and one in Berkeley on College Ave—and a coffee subscription service where you can get their fresh-roasted beans delivered to your front door.

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WHAT IS A COFFEE CUPPING?

Cupping is the industry term used to describe a professional coffee-tasting. Using this method, coffee is evaluated all around the world. We use this tool many times a week to select our coffees, train the palates of our staff, and determine the flavor notes that we put on our bags.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING A COFFEE CUPPING?

During our public cuppings, our roasting team will have several coffees on the table, ranging from our core blends to our latest single origins. After a bit of an explainer, they will pour water into the cupping bowls to begin the brewing process, and then instruct you step by step on how to cup coffee like a pro.

You will be guided through things like:

• evaluating the aroma of the brewing coffee
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Each attendee will be given a personal spoon and cupping bowl to use for the cupping.

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Your guide to Asheville’s coffee scene

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Rowan Coffee’s “Winter Solstice” latte.

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For richer or pour over , Asheville’s coffee shops are what keep us going in the morning. Asheville may be known as Beer City, but we’ve also got an impressive coffee scene brewing.

Take inspiration from our guide, which features local roasters, tours, and other specialty coffee experiences. If you’re having trouble deciding on a spot, these 25+ establishments are sure to get your mind percolating .

Gallivant Coffee is a warm, cozy spot for coffee and other vegan goodies.

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Specialty drinks

Gallivant , 126 Elkwood Ave., #102, Woodfin | Stop by this plant-based cafe for oat milk lattes, bagels, and housemade vegan cream cheese.

Bridge & Tunnel Coffee , various locations | Track down the truck for unbelievable nitro cold brews that come in seasonal flavors like blueberry basil and stout truffle, with the option of having your drink served over flaked ice or with whipped cream and a cookie.

Grind AVL, 346 Depot St. | This is a go-to spot for dalgonas and super creative latte flavors (think: toasted marshmallow).

Summit Coffee Co. , various locations | Choose from a variety of creative cups on its rotating seasonal menu — although you can never go wrong with a no-nonsense cup of drip.

The Times Bar & Coffee Shop , 56 Patton Ave. | Indulge in a variety of seasonal picks or opt for a boozy coffee, like the Kindred Spirits, with pumpkin, rosemary, brown sugar, baking spices, espresso, milk, and rum.

Trade and Lore , 37 Wall St. | Flavor your espresso-based drink of choice with a uniquely flavored house-made syrup like pistachio and rosewater or butterbeer.

The Bridge & Tunnel Coffee truck is a nitro cold brew machine.

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Espresso yourself

Odd’s Cafe , 800 Haywood Rd., Ste. A-110 | Grab a seat, and let the extensive menu of coffee, tea, and seasonal options fuel your workday.

Pollen Coffee + Flower Shop , 45 S. French Broad Ave., Ste. 150 | Brighten your day with a colorful bouquet and an espresso tonic at this aesthetically pleasing cafe.

Retro Coffee , 2619 Sweeten Creek Rd. | Hit up this community coffee shop for delicious pastries, good vibes, and a rotating seasonal menu.

Rowan Coffee , 66 Broadway St. | From expertly crafted pourovers to espresso-based mocktails, there’s something for every palate.

The Daily Grind , 100 District Dr., Unit 216 | This new addition to Biltmore Village is owned by Asheville natives, serving up coffee classics and specialty drinks using Dynamite Roasting Co. beans.

The Da Vinci is a perfect pistachio-flavored cold brew.

Battlecat Coffee Bar , 373 Haywood Rd. | Get your caffeine fix, then head to the back of the shop to order a breakfast bagel or panini from Tiger Bay Cafe .

Bebettes: A New Orleans Coffeehouse , 1 Page Ave., #111 | The only thing sweeter than a latte is a latte paired with pillowy, made-to-order beignets — or better yet, a sandwich with beignet buns.

Double D’s Coffee & Desserts , 41 Biltmore Ave. | Satisfy your sweet tooth with an affogato or opt for a classic brewed coffee to go alongside one of its decadent treats.

Home Ground Coffee Bar & Deli , 219 Amboy Rd. | Step up to the counter to order a bowl, sandwich, or breakfast burrito before taking a seat in the casual dining area or at an outdoor table.

Liberty House Coffee and Café , 221 S. Liberty St. | This 1920s cottage-turned-cafe is a neighborhood favorite for simple + delicious breakfast and lunch fare.

Ultra Coffeebar , 242 Clingman Ave. | Bagels, sandwiches, and wraps are on the menu, with plenty of options for plant-based folks — the Joey is City Editor Grace’s favorite.

Vortex Doughnuts , 32 Banks Ave., Ste. 106 | A latte or cold brew is a perfect pairing with one of the shop’s creative doughnut flavors.

On-the-go joe

Bad Manners Coffee | Stay up to date on social media to get your caffeine fix at pop-ups and events before the brick-and-mortar location opens at 697 Haywood Rd., Ste. G — you can also catch them at Provisions Mercantile - West Asheville.

Chaunie’s Coffee , 22 Stoner Rd. | Pay the coffee truck a visit for a classic cold brew or seasonal bev — you can also book them to roll up to your next private event.

Dripolator , various locations | Swing through the drive-thru at the Candler location or pop by the new South Asheville cafe for a cup of java with freshly roasted beans.

Earthling Coffee + Espresso , various locations | Stop by the food court at the Asheville Mall for an out-of-this-world coffee to fuel your shopping trip.

Hi-Five Coffee , various locations | Stop by one of three locations for a brew made with Counter Culture Coffee — or ask for the barista’s choice if you’re feeling spontaneous.

Sage and Spice Market , 1056 Patton Ave. | Grab a hot or iced espresso-based beverage while browsing the market’s offerings of cheeses, olives, candles, and other locally made goods.

Some of the selection at Cooperative Coffee.

Roasts to boast

Cooperative Coffee | This West Asheville roaster sources green coffee beans that finish with a sweet, bright, and clean flavor profile. Sample a cup for yourself at Odd’s, Haywood Common, or Liberty House Cafe.

Penny Cup Coffee Co. | This small-batch roaster and coffee shop has four local cafes and also sells its beans wholesale. It offers single-origin roasts, as well as custom blends + espresso beans.

High Noon Coffee Roasters | Find this women-owned business off Charlotte Street in North Asheville. It places special importance on ethically sourced beans, such as the Sumatra Ketiara batch from a women-run cooperative in Indonesia.

Mountain City Coffee Roasters | This roastery shares a space with High Noon in North Asheville and prides itself on offering affordable, single-origin coffees from Colombia, Ethiopia, Sumatra, and Honduras.

Dynamite Roasting Co. | Located just outside Asheville in Black Mountain, this organic fair-trade coffee shop + roaster is a local favorite. It sells beans by the bag and also offers wholesale.

Asheville Coffee Roasters | Many locals swear by this Woodfin roaster, which has offered fresh beans for 15+ years. Its signature product is a French roast named the “Pitbull on Crack.”

Round Earth Roasters | Find beans from Brazil, Colombia, Panama, Peru, and six other countries at this quaint spot near Biltmore Village. We’ve also heard great things about the Colombia Decaf blend.

Dynamite Roasting also makes a mean iced coffee.

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Tours and tastings

Coffee Curious Workshops | Learn more about the wide world of tasting notes, roasters, and how to make the perfect pourover at this educational workshop with Toni Oreck.

Asheville Coffee Tours | Join barista Jarika Johnson on a walking tour featuring six local coffee shops that highlight micro-roasters, independent cafes, and historic Asheville landmarks.

Be the barista

Shop our favorite coffee essentials to turn your house into our city’s next great coffee destination.

• It all starts with the beans — for the best coffee (and tea), skip the big brands and shop this collection of coffee from local roasters . For a whole bean coffee, try Methodical Coffee’s Pink Lady , while these Loveland Coffee K-Cups are a great Keurig option.
• For a French Press that lasts, avoid breakable glass options and opt for stainless steel — this Secura French Press is highly rated and comes in multiple colors.
• Bloom pourovers like a pro with elegant gooseneck design of the COSORI Electric Gooseneck Kettle .
• These double walled glass espresso cups or these handmade ceramic espresso cups will set your home cafe apart.
• Hide coffee stains under espresso makers with this absorbent drying mat that sucks up coffee drops like magic.
• For the sleekest coffee accessories imaginable, shop the Fellow collection for coffee bean grinders, kettles, and carafes.
• Ready to go all in? The Breville Barista Espresso Machine is a best-selling espresso machine that makes coffee shop-worthy lattes, cappuccinos, and espresso at home.

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When you think of where the best coffee comes from, which places come to mind? Brazil? Costa Rica? Seattle? I’m willing to bet that you guessed anywhere but Colorado, right? If you don’t think of the Centennial State when you think of excellent coffee, you have obviously never heard of this amazing Colorado roaster, which not only makes the best beans, but offers guests a chance to see just how they are made:

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Located in Denver’s Larimer Square lies the quaint and delicious Novo Coffee, who roasts their beans in vintage Vittoria machines and is “always striving for constant improvement in search of a delicious cup.” Served at numerous restaurants and cafes throughout the state, Novo Coffee is a unique Colorado company not only in the way they make their delicious coffees, but also in the way they connect with the community. Take, for instance, their tours and tastings (or, as they call refer to it, “cuppings”), which take place every Friday at noon and features a tour of the facility PLUS a “tasting and discussion on origin, brewing, and flavor profiles led by our head roaster, Erich.” The hour long tour and tasting session costs $15 a person and comes complete with not only flavorful samples, but also your own bag of coffee to take home!

Novo Coffee is located at 3008 Larimer Street and is open Monday through Friday from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information on Novo’s different varieties of coffee, tours, and more, please visit their website .

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Coffee Tour and Tasting in Florence

Florence coffee tour and tasting with fof.

Join our coffee tour and tasting in Florence and discover the famous Italian coffee culture and the art of espresso . A coffee tour and tasting in Florence is a fantastic way to explore the city’s coffee traditions and indulge in some delightful caffeinated experiences .

On the special coffee tour that FOF offers, you will be guided to the best coffee shops and roasteries in Florence . We will learn everything about high-quality coffee beans, skilled baristas, and authentic Italian espresso culture .

Why Joining the Coffee Tasting Tour in Florence?

A coffee tour and tasting in Florence can be a  delightful experience for any coffee enthusiasts  and food lovers. On our unique Florentine coffee tour , we will explore historic cafes that have been serving coffee for centuries . These historic establishments have a unique atmosphere and a sense of tradition, where you will experience the charm of Florence’s coffee heritage .

Particularly, experienced Florentine baristas will teach us about coffee preparation process from beans to coffee powder, brewing techniques, and the art of creating the perfect espresso. These passionate baristas are happy to share their knowledge and expertise with us.

What does the Gelato Tour in Florence Include?

Our coffee tours and tasting in Florence are a  cultural experience  as they offer a very exciting outlook on  Italian lifestyle and espresso traditions .

A coffee tasting in Florence with  Foods of Florence  includes:

• An experienced  tour leader/food expert  who will escort you throughout the tour. He/She will  take you to the planned stops, act as a translator, and a problem solver ;
• Three hours of exclusive coffee experience,  with the chance to taste different coffee types such as espresso, cappuccino, macchiato and more freshly brewed from expert baristas;
• Pastries and other local delicacies to pair with your coffee;
• Exclusive access to historic cafes and experienced baristas

Perks of the Coffee Tour and Tasting in Florence

Booking the coffee experience in Florence is a unique opportunity to try different coffee styles : while espresso is the classic Italian coffee, Florence offers a variety of coffee styles to explore. We will test together a traditional espresso, cappuccino, macchiato, or a decadent caffè mocha.

Additionally, we will pair coffee with local treats, enjoying delicious pastries and desserts , such as like cantuccini (biscotti), panforte (a traditional Florentine cake), and more. The combination of flavors can enhance your overall coffee experience .

How Much Does it Cost to Book a Coffee Tasting in Florence with FOF?

FOF  offers engaging coffee tours in Florence. Above all, our coffee tastings provide a  unique experience in Florence at a  reasonable price .

The price per person for the  coffee tour and tasting is 190,00 € per person  and it includes a  qualified tour leader for three hours  who will teach you everything about Florentine coffee, visiting gorgeous historic cafes and meeting the most famous baristas in the city.

Six specialty coffees with pastries/desserts  are also included in the price.

Contact  Foods of Florence  about Your Food Tour or Culinary Experience in Florence

Contact   FOF  in Florence for further  information about our food tours and culinary experiences .

We would be happy to answer all of your questions regarding our  services in Florence .

You can also  call our office in Florence directly at +39 3383823126.

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Your invitation to explore St Petersburg, Florida’s Craft Coffee Community

What is a Coffee Tour?

Your tour will typically cover 3 coffee shops (different shops on different tours.) All tours are driving tours – meaning we will meet at shop number 1 and drive ourselves to each subsequent shop. The tour is timed to wrap up just in time for lunch (which is optional, of course.)

At each shop you will sample a couple of coffee/espresso/tea offerings (changing regularly.) You may have a chance to sample a special coffee or try your hand at cupping just like a roaster does.

Each tour is a little bit different and a ton of fun, so join us for our next tour, click here and sign up for one today!

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Learn about how where coffee comes from and how each region and it’s climate and topography affect the flavor of your favorite brew. You may also learn about how coffee (the world’s second greatest commodity) influences culture and economics from Vietnam to Rwanda and all the way to St. Petersburg, FL!

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What are the different types of coffee roasts? What does Dark vs Light mean? We will cover some of the top brewing techniques such as chemex, french press, pour over, cold brew methods, and more… Each tour is different and may contain traditional or new roasting and brewing styles.

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The craft coffee industry is always evolving, and now taking off in St Petersburg, each tour is exciting and different. Your tour will include cupping, or tasting coffee and may include and an espresso cocktail, or a coffee and food pairing. Join us and experience coffee in a new way in a fun and social setting.

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“ This is a new spot that's a good alternative to Estelle and definitely a good alternative to Starbucks, all in DOCO . ” in 9 reviews

“ The Blueberry vanilla latte was like a Blueberry muffin, so yummy. ” in 2 reviews

“ The flavor of the matcha is fantastic, although the texture is a bit chalky. ” in 2 reviews

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With a so many coffee spots around town, there's never a shortage of where to go for a cup of the liquid boost. While visiting DOCO, I decided to give this spot a try and glad that I did. From the moment you step in, the aroma of freshly ground beans envelops you, setting the stage for a delightful experience. On this visit I decided to get a caramel macchiato. While observing the process, each cup is meticulously crafted by skilled baristas who take pride in their art. The menu boasts a variety of options, including single-origin brews and specialty blends, ensuring there's something for every taste preference. The menu also includes a few delicious food options as well as pastries from the glass enclosure. I also got the breakfast sandwich. Made from freshly prepared ingredients, it was a nice compliment to my coffee. The items are reasonably priced and the service is fast and efficient. One of the coffee spots in Sacramento that's worth visiting!

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This is a new spot that's a good alternative to Estelle and definitely a good alternative to Starbucks, all in DOCO. Been here since December 2023. It's a chain I guess but less of a conglomeration than Starbucks. This is an expensive shopping center to lease after all. They have a nice looking menu and plenty of pastries that look again a lot better than your Starbucks stuff. Some French themed so Estelle has some competition. Prices are expected for DOCO since the huge arena is right there and they have to afford rent somehow. Pastries look like they sell out quickly. Cute inside and not crowded. All of the seating is cute to be honest it's not just tables. The decor is well done. View of outside at the bar seating at the window. The cinnamon crumb muffin is pretty good, very sweet. It tastes hopefully homemade but I'm not sure, probably made by the company to be honest. Still better than Starbucks granted. Warmed up it's better but I got it toward noon so a little not fresh but whatever. All their pastries look good really. Kitchen for real food is open from 9-3. Seasonal coffee specials which I didn't try. Black coffee is kinda bitter if you like that and just about as much as Starbucks. I know I keep saying Starbucks Starbucks but as long as it's down the walkway I'd rather direct anyone here if it pops up in the search engine.

Cinnamon crumb muffin and iced coffee with the view

Best location by far! Service is prompt and quick. There's a beautiful display of unique pastries - almost too beautiful to eat. Shared the peach cobbler - yum!! Ethiopia drip - yum. Never fails. Beautiful and clean space. Really impressed with how they decorated the space. Location is in doco

Walked in on a Monday morning into this elegant coffee shop with very hipster vibes. The barista that helped me out was very nice and made my drink super fast! I ordered a cappuccino and it even comes with 10/10 latte art! This is an awesome coffee spot in DOCO!

Was early for the King's game and dropped in for a coffee and banana cake. Medium blend drip coffee hit the spot and the banana cake was a thick slice and moist. Hit the spot!

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(Reviewed before but at the wrong location, moving review here) I was trying to go to the Kings team store only to find out the hours posted on Yelp were incorrect. I didn't want to waste my trip to DOCO so I came here to get some coffee. Indoors look nice and there are a ton of tables and seats. I like the picture of pangea in the back. Baristas are friendly and they create really interesting coffee art. I think my mocha had a dragon looking drawing on it. However the large sized coffee seems a little on the small side and I didn't taste the chocolate for the mocha. Food and drinks are a little on the expensive side maybe because it's next to the arena.

World Traveler Coffee Roaster has expanded and this might be my new favorite location at DOCO. The staff is so kind and welcoming here. I really admire the business model they have. I enjoyed their gingerbread latte, breakfast croissant and breakfast sandwich. I also loved the hazelnut eclair. Just remember that the kitchen starts to shut down around 2:30pm. This is a great spot to socialize and or to work. Coffee shop will def get busy when Golden 1 Center is open for events.

Best matcha I've ever had in my life. Not too sweet, right amount of bitterness, and super delicious milk and texture. Came out to 5.80 with oat milk (extra for nondairy) + tip. The interior is so cozy and cute for a date or study spot. I went Saturday afternoon and it wasn't even crowded either. Honestly I think this is a hidden gem (even though it's literally in the middle of doco??) so I will def be coming back for the matcha and ambiance!! Service was also really kind too :)

Came in the 2nd-3rd week of their grand opening - was not expecting much. But, woah the honey lavender oatmilk latte was amazing! Apparently, this spot does their honey lavender differently, avoiding the overwhelming perfume vibe. Just the way I like it. And oh, behold the seahorse latte art - a masterpiece!

Great coffee and awesome service, cozy little cafe to hang out with friends and family. In the heart of downtown and close to everything.

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The Pros And Cons Of Daily Caffeine Intake

Whether it’s brewing a cup of coffee at home, ordering a specialty $6 latte from a local coffee shop or cracking open a Red Bull on the way to the gym, the consensus is clear: The prevalence of the caffeinated beverage industry continues to grow. According to the National Coffee Association’s Coffee Impact Report , the coffee industry employed 2.2 million people and generated more than $100 billion in wages in 2022.

Caffeine — most commonly found in and associated with coffee, black and green teas, energy drinks and some dietary supplements — is ingested with the goals of increasing energy levels and boosting alertness along with motivation. However, regularly ingesting high amounts of caffeine has the potential to develop into a dependence and can induce feelings of anxiety as well as insomnia while also exacerbating some mental illness symptoms.

Dr. Sherecce Fields , a clinical psychologist and professor in the  Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences  at Texas A&M University, says it’s important to remember that caffeine is classified as a stimulant drug and should be ingested in moderation and with caution.

“Caffeine is in a similar class as drugs like cocaine and methamphetamine and behaves in a way that increases activity in dopamine neurons,” Fields said. “All of the things that are related to how it improves things like cognition and memory are related to its stimulant effects.”

According to the  National Library of Medicine , stimulant drugs function by increasing the activity of the central nervous system. Specifically, they activate neural pathways connecting the brain and the body, contributing to feelings of euphoria and focus and creating a cognitive edge.

At the correct dosages, caffeine can provide benefits to athletes and students by respectively increasing muscle speed and improving levels of focus.

“Caffeine is very popular with athletes because it can increase things like muscle speed, muscle efficiency and can reduce fatigue as it stimulates the peripheral nervous system to get up and get out,” Fields said. “A lot of individuals with undiagnosed attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) will also use caffeine to help them focus because it acts in a similar way to some ADHD medications.”

Despite these benefits, caffeine is a substance that should be ingested and monitored carefully, and should never exceed the daily amount of 400 milligrams, as recommended by the  Food and Drug Administration .

“For individuals who consume quite a bit of caffeine, when they stop, they usually have increased anxiety or a depressed mood,” Fields said. “For someone who is suffering from a mood disorder like major depressive disorder or a generalized anxiety disorder, it can certainly exacerbate those feelings.”

Fields notes it becomes especially dangerous for individuals with underlying health issues like high blood pressure and inadequate heart health, as highly caffeinated beverages consumed without a level of caution can cause health complications.

These instances can even make their way into a courtroom, as in the case of Panera Bread’s three lawsuits surrounding their highly caffeinated “ charged lemonades .” These drinks contain more caffeine than a 12-ounce Red Bull and 16-ounce Monster energy drink combined. After consuming multiple refills of the drinks, two individuals died, while a third faced permanent health complications. Each had underlying health problems that made them sensitive to caffeine.

The multifaceted question of whether Panera Bread should be held liable for the deaths of these individuals is not easily answered. Fields emphasizes the importance of being a good consumer of information and the ethicality of accurate advertising.

“As a consumer, I try to encourage my students and my own son to be good consumers of information,” Fields said. “In Panera’s instance, it is important to understand that 390 milligrams of caffeine is pushing the limit, and if you have more than that, it can be quite dangerous, especially if you have hypertension or some other cardiovascular disease.”

Being aware of personal limits and a drink’s caffeine level are two simple but effective ways to reap the benefits of caffeinated drinks while avoiding the feelings of jitteriness and anxiety that often accompany them.

“Somebody drinking two to three cups of coffee a day exceeds the recommended maximum amount, which can have detrimental effects on your fight-or-flight system, your heart and your digestion,” Fields said. “At low doses, caffeine can improve behavior and focus, so the most important thing to consider is finding balance and having the correct dosage for your specific needs.”

The bottom line is that caffeine reactions differ significantly from person to person and can provide both health benefits and detriments, depending on the amount. So before ordering that third cup of coffee, remember that more doesn’t always mean better.

Media contact: Shana K. Hutchins, [email protected], 979-862-1237

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9 Places to See the Summer Olympics Without Setting Foot in Paris

You may have trouble finding accommodations or tickets to events in Paris, but other destinations around France are hosting sports like soccer, sailing, basketball and surfing.

By Sophie Stuber

For sports fans, Paris will be the center of the universe this summer — and with 15 million Olympic and Paralympic visitors expected, it will feel like it, with crowds and high prices. But Paris isn’t the only Olympic site in France: Nine destinations outside the metro region are also hosting events, giving travelers a way to catch some action without getting caught up in the crush.

In places like Bordeaux, Marseille and even Tahiti, you can watch top athletes compete in soccer, basketball, sailing and surfing. (Tickets have been added in batches, so if the ones you want aren’t available, keep checking the ticketing site, tickets.Paris2024.org . If all else fails, the official resale platform opens on May 15 .)

And when you’re not watching sports, you can take advantage of museums, parks, design centers, and fresh food and wine options. In Nantes, you can even ride a mechanical elephant.

Here are some ideas for planning your own alternative Olympic trip.

Basketball: July 27 to Aug. 4; tickets from 50 euros ($54).

Handball: Aug. 6 to 11, tickets from €45.

Start with a stroll around Vieux-Lille and a coffee in the Grande Place, taking in the colorful facades of this city near the Belgian border. Head over to the St.-Sauveur area to see the Art Deco belfry and exhibitions at Gare St.-Sauveur , a former train station. On Sundays, at the rambling Wazemmes market , about 400 vendors offer produce, fish, plants, fabrics, textiles and leather goods. Head out to Parc du Héron , east of the city, to see the LaM museum (€7), with works by the likes of Pablo Picasso, Amedeo Modigliani and Joan Miró. Lille is better known for beer than for wine, and the Brasserie Gobrecht offers brewery tours every Saturday (reservations recommended).

Where to stay: Hotel de la Paix (€354 per night); Hotel Carlton (€406).

Soccer: July 24 to Aug. 2; tickets from €24.

Capital of a region best known for its wine, this small southwestern city sells local wine-walk maps at its tourist office. Stop by the Marché des Capucins , a local indoor market that also houses Bistro Poulette , a slightly chaotic and very delicious spot serving moules-frites, or mussels with fries. In the afternoon, check out the Bassins des Lumières (€15), the largest digital art center in the world, and the Cité du Vin (€21), which offers wine-tasting experiences. To wind down in a quiet wine bar, try Yarra , or for a cocktail, Symbiose . If you have time for side trips, spend a day in St.-Emilion, about 27 miles away, where you can sample great wines. Or check out the nearly 340-foot-high Dune du Pilat , the tallest sand dune in Europe — about 37 miles southwest of Bordeaux, near the beach town of Arcachon.

To stay: Les Chambres de Marie (€170); La Maison Galiène (€259); Yndo Hotel (€355); Le Palais Gallien Hôtel & Spa (€419).

Soccer: July 24 to Aug. 8; tickets from €24.

The street signs in Nantes are in both Breton and French, reflecting the city’s historical ties to Brittany. Start at Talensac Market for picnic supplies, especially radishes, local cheeses and strawberries. Pick up local delicacies like Gâteau Nantais (almond poundcake) and Far Breton (flan with Armanac-soaked prunes). Take your picnic lunch to the courtyard of the Château des Ducs de Bretagne , a medieval castle and museum (courtyard is free; museum is €9). On the Île de Nantes, a former shipyard has been transformed into a wild mechanical theme park. The Machines de l’Île mixes Jules Verne’s stories with Leonardo da Vinci’s designs in the form of a ridable mechanical elephant and sea creatures (€9.50 for the elephant ride or gallery visit). The Mémorial de l’Abolition de l’Esclavage (free) covers Nantes’s history as the most active slave-trading port in 18th-century France. The artists behind the glass-and-concrete memorial, Krzysztof Wodiczko and Julian Bonder , aimed to create “a metaphorical and emotional reminder of the primarily historical, but also very current, struggle for the abolition of slavery.”

To stay: Hotel Voltaire Opéra (€103); Hotel de la Cité (€120).

Châteauroux

Shooting: July 27 to Aug. 5; tickets from €24.

The small city not far from the Loire Valley is named for Château Raoul , the 10th-century castle that’s now part of a local official’s private residence. The best view of the château is from the Gütersloh Bridge. Follow the “coulée verte” — or green corridor — along the banks of the Indre River, stopping by Parc de Belle-Isle , which has a lake for swimming, with kayaks and stand-up paddle boards to rent, as well as a beach, playgrounds and camping. The Franciscan Cordeliers Convent (free), which dates to the 13th century, today offers contemporary art exhibits and miles of gardens, and the Bertrand Museum (free), a former 18th-century townhouse, showcases diverse collections in each of its 26 rooms, including the plaster original of the Camille Claudel sculpture “Sakuntala.”

To stay: Au Lys Blanc (€138); Les Rives du Château (€210 for a two-bedroom apartment).

Lyon and St.-Étienne

Soccer: Lyon, July 24 to Aug. 9; tickets from €24. St.-Étienne, July 24 to 31; tickets from €24.

It will be easy to catch soccer matches in either Lyon or St.-Étienne, only an hour apart by train or car in east-central France. In Lyon, often called the gastronomic capital of France, visit the majestic Notre-Dame de Fourvière Basilica , then savor an ice cream at La Fabrique Givrée . Explore the city’s network of covered passageways, called traboules — originally for workers to transport textiles and later used during World War II by the French Resistance for clandestine meetings. Then climb up to the Pentes de la Croix-Rousse neighborhood, with its tiny streets, shops and views of Lyon below. On a clear day, you can even see Mont Blanc. The Lugdunum museum (€7) and the nearby Roman theater (€4) take visitors back to 43 B.C., when Lyon was known as Lugdunum, and La Maison des Canuts (€9.50), covers the city’s history as a capital of silk.

Between Lyon and St.-Étienne, Pilat Regional Natural Park offers more than 900 miles of rocky terrain for hiking and biking, culminating at the summit of 4,700-foot Crêt de la Perdrix , with views of the Alps and Massif Central range.

St.-Étienne, about 40 miles southwest of Lyon, is transforming its historical industrial identity into one of design and innovation. At the heart is the Cité du Design (€4.50), the former site of a weapons factory, which has served as a center for art and research since 2010. The complex, now a key economic force in the city, is open to the public year-round and hosts art and design exhibitions.

To stay in Lyon: Fourvière Hotel (€189); Hôtel du Théâtre (€323).

To stay in St.-Étienne: Le Parc 42 (€113); Le Golf Sauna (€269).

Sailing (including windsurfing, kitesurfing and more): July 28 to Aug. 8; tickets from €24.

Soccer: July 24 to Aug. 6; tickets from €24.

This Mediterranean port city mixes urban grit and natural beauty. Start by visiting Le Panier, the village-like oldest part of the city. Try navettes , a traditional orange flower biscuit, and sample some sardines or panisses , traditional chickpea fries, on a sunny terrace. Detour through the touristy but pleasant Old Port on the way to Mucem (€11), the first major museum dedicated to Mediterranean civilization and cultures. Have a pick-me-up at Deep Coffee Roasters , a specialty roaster tucked away between touristy shops. At sunset, climb up to Cours Julien , a hip neighborhood with beautiful views for your apéro. Don’t miss the Cité Radieuse , a UNESCO-listed apartment complex that shows off the architect Le Corbusier’s Modernist mastery (you can stay at the hotel in it). And just southeast of the city, the Calanques , a series of small, narrow coves , offer miles of oceanside trails and rocky scrambles along turquoise water.

To stay: Hotel Le Corbusier (€229); Maison Juste (€300).

Soccer: July 24 to 31; tickets from €24.

Summer is peak season in Nice, the queen city of the French Riviera, where the mountains meet the Mediterranean. Run, bike or in-line skate along the Promenade des Anglais , a four-mile seaside path. Then climb up to the Colline du Château , a rocky hill east of the promenade with views of Nice and even as far as the Alps. For a longer walk, follow the trails from Coco Beach to the Cap de Nice along the coves. Then head to Cours Saleya , a pedestrian section of the Old Town, with flower stands, antiques and local food like the socca , a chickpea pancake. The Musée de Préhistoire Terra Amata (€5), constructed on top of an excavation site, reveals what Nice was like up to 400,000 years ago. Or just enjoy one of Nice’s pebbled beaches in a lounge chair.

To stay: Hôtel Rossetti (€186); Yelo Mozart (€238).

Teahupo’o, Tahiti

Surfing: July 27 to 31 ( events could shift through Aug. 4, depending on surf conditions); fan zones free.

For surfing’s second Olympics since its debut in Tokyo, the competition takes place far from mainland France in Tahiti, part of French Polynesia. Since the wave is offshore, there will be two ticket-free fan zones — Taharu’u Beach and Paofai Gardens — to watch the events on large screens. A third fan zone at PK0 beach in Teahupo’o will have free tickets but limited access. Tahiti offers white sands and turquoise lagoons in addition to near-perfect waves. For snorkeling, try the lagoon near Maui Beach , five miles from Teahupo’o. For black volcanic sands, head to Taharu’u Beach, about 20 miles northwest of Teahupo’o. About 45 miles from Teahupo’o, Papeete, the capital of French Polynesia, with a population of about 26,000, offers a variety of local delicacies like poisson cru: raw fish with lime juice and coconut milk, served with rice. Sample local fare, including steak frites and skewered veal heart, from food trucks, called roulettes, at Place Vai’ete, on the waterfront, near the Papeete Market.

To stay: Kia Ora Lodge (€265, seven miles from Teahupo’o); Punatea Village (€73, six miles from Teahupo’o).

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An earlier version of a picture with this article was published in error. The image showed the French town of Cassis, not Marseille, where several Olympic events will take place this summer. It has been replaced.

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