Sick of your neighborhood coffee chain? As this selection of unique coffee shops from around the world shows, there's more you can do to add pep to your coffee than adding a new syrup or crazy milk alternative. While some of these innovations could be enjoyed in just about any city, others are so niche tha you'd need a substantially sized city to draw a crowd.
Among the unique coffee shops, you'll find in the list: a vampire cafe, a DIY sewing cafe, push-button pop-up coffee shops, a light therapy cafe in Sweden that helps ward off depression and exhaustion in the long winters, traffic jam cafes, a cardboard cafe, coffee shops where you can rent a kitten, coffee shops for dogs and a pay-what-you-want coffee shop.
52 Unique Coffee Shops
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Bikini Baristas
Cafe Di Vang 2 in Vietnam Serves Coffee With a Side of Skin
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Shipping Container Cafes
Montreal Muvbox Restaurant Serves Lobster & Pizza
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Hooters-Style Coffee
The Grand View Topless Coffee Shop Opens in Maine
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Opulent Eating
Luxury Fashion Brand Opens Gucci Cafe in Tokyo
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Japanese Maid Cafe
Anime Fetish Restaurant in Toronto
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Coffee Shop Offices
Urban Station Will Provide an Ultra Comfortable Working Environment
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Eclectic Coffee Shop Redesigns
Cielito Querido Cafe Branding Embraces Idiosyncrasy
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Perforated Java Joints
The LOFF Meltino Bar & Lounge Uses Coffee as Its Conceptual Inspiration
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Pop-Up Portable Coffee Shops
The Nescafe Nomadic Cafe Center Gives You Your Caffeine Kick Anywhere
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Canine Coffee
Doggy Java Cafe
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Topsy Turvy Cafes
The D'espresso Coffee Shop Looks Like a Library Flipped on its Side
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Playscape Cafes
New York City's Moomah is an Art & Food Oasis for Kids
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Child-Centric Eateries
Kids Cafe Piccolo, Seoul Designed Specifically for Children
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Glass Courtyard Cafes
Dan Graham's Cafe Bravo in Berlin Mixes Past & Present
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Redesigned Corporate Cafes
'Coffee and Tea' is Starbucks' Latest Attempt at Not Looking Lame
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Optical Illusion Interiors
Logomo Cafe Features a Mind-Bending Design by Tobias Rehberger
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Child's Play Restaurants
The 'Tokyo Baby Cafe' is a Perfect Place for the Little Ones
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Mystery Meal Cafes
Japan's Ogori Cafe is a Surprise Every Time
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Plywood Furnished Eateries
Hjghers Kith Cafe Focuses on Simpler Things Such as Company
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DIY Sewing Cafes
The Sweat Shop in Paris Features Per Hour Sewing Stations
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Luxurious Coffee Pubs
Posh Cafe Provides You With a Glamorous Afternoon Tea Experience
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Hidden Coffee Shops
Hong Kong's Indy Coffee Houses Take Cover With Big Chains Moving In
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Coffee Shop Kitten Rentals
Tokyo's Cat Cafe Calico
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Undead Eateries
The Vampire Cafe is a Twihard's Dream Come True (UPDATE)
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Wooden Crate Cafes
Muzeum Sztuki Cafe Adds Comfort to Your Daily Cafe Trips
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Whimsical Pinktastic Interiors
Cafe Foam is a Romantic Oasis Designed by Note Design Studio
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Coffeehouses on Wheels
Daniel Milchtein's Stunning 'Mobile Coffee Shop' Will Stop Traffic
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Crafty Cafes
Bangkok's Big Knit Cafe Lets You Knit a Sweater on Your Coffee Break
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Bliss-Inducing Cafes
'Van Gogh is Bipolar' Restaurant Serves Up Happy Hormones
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Delectable Chocolate Cafes
'Cadbury Cocoa Houses' are Brewing in the UK
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Hanging Book Lights
McNally Jackson Books Has Reader-Friendly Light Fixtures
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Bright Therapeutic Cafes
The Iglo Light Cafe Provides a Healthy Haven During Dark Times
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Digitally Exclusive Coffee Shops
The Starbucks Digital Network Enhances Customer Service
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Virtual Charity Cafes
The Christchurch Cafe is an Ingenious Way to Aid Earthquake Victims
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Tattoo Tea Parlors
Get a Tat and Eat a Slice of Cake at Horror Picture Tea in Paris
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Pop Culture-Inspired Cafes
The Wormhole Coffee Shop Goes ‘Back to the Future' in Style
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Laundromat Cafes
'Wash & Coffee' Offers a Chic Chore Experience
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Micro Theater Coffee Houses
The Mini Ecru Cafe Creates Actors Out of Its Patrons
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Presidential Cafes
The Patriotic Obama Deli Opens its Doors in Brooklyn, NY
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Clothes-Cleaning Cafes
Copenhagen's Laundromat Cafe Lets You Do Laundry While Sipping Lattes
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Chalkboard Cafes
Felix Lobelius Creates Handwritten 'Kaffe' Coffee Shop Design
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Celebrity Vegan Cafes
Heather Mills to Open Animal Free Bistro
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Sloping Rooftop Cafes
Cafe la Miell is One Slippery Coffee Spot
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Traffic Jam Cafes
‘Cahoona Coffee' Is Germany's First Coffee Drive-Through
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Pet Store Cafes
The Felis Ristorante and Cat Lounge Lets You Drink Tea and Cuddle Pets
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Microsoft Eateries
Windows Cafe Opens in Paris in Anticipation of New Operating System
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Hip Cape Town Hangouts
Afro Cool at Afro Coffee
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Crowdsourced Coffee Prices
Java Street Cafe Lets Customers Pay What They Think is Fair
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Cardboard Cafes
B3 Designers at London Design Festival
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The Seva Cafe
No Bill Here - Pay Only What You Wish
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Beach Cafe Made of Iron Sheets
Graffiti-Proof East Beach Cafe
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Amazing Treehouse Cafes
The Naha Harbor Diner Is Perched Atop A Giant Imitation Banyan Tree
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Bean-Shaped Coffee Makers
The Conceptual Bean Coffee Machine by Juliana Juleva is Charming
Portable Espresso Coffee Brewers
The BrewPin Coffee Machine Uses the Moka Pot Brewing Method
Luxury Fashion-Branded Hospitality Projects
Coach Debuts Restaurant & Coffee Shop in Indonesia
Supercar-Inspired Coffee Machines
Porsche and La Marzocco Design a Special Linea Micra Machine
Biodegradable 3D-Printed Pop-Up Cafes
The Nescafé Dolce Gusto Neo Store is Eco-Focused
Red Light Therapy Cafes
Paris' 48 Collagen Café Pairs Infused Lattes & LED Red Light Therapy
Italian Cafe-Inspired Canned Coffees
The Lavazza Iced Ready To Drink Comes in Four Varieties
Dating App Coffeeshops
Bumble Partners with GoodNews for Le Café Bumble in Paris
Chef-Approved Cafe Menus
The Dunkin' Chef Nick Menu Has Four Iced Coffee Creations
Premium QSR Instant Coffees
McCafé At-Home Coffee Launches New K-Cup Options and Instant Coffee
Tranquil Design Coffee Makers
The 'Zenbrew' Coffee Maker by Suckhand Saren is Peaceful
Uplifting Canned Coffees
Happy Coffee's Ready-to-Drink Beverages Target Younger Coffee Lovers
Gym-Themed Croissant Experiences
NUDAKE Haus Nowhere Shanghai is an Experimental Art Cafe
Mental Health Coffee Blends
The Coffee Foundation Supports Mental Health Awareness
3-in-1 Coffee Makers
The SharkNinja Ninja Luxe Café Makes Espresso, Drip Coffee & Cold Brew
Spring-Ready Coffee Launches
Starbucks Ushers in Spring with New and Returning Seasonal Coffee
AI-Generated Coffee Blends
Artificial Intelligence Created Kaffa Roastery's AI-CONIC Blend
Efficient Multi-Functional Coffee Makers
Mr. Coffee Debuts a Four-in-One Coffee Machine
Modern Coffee Packaging Designs
Copper Cow Coffee Recently Debuted a New Look for Its Coffees
Sophisticated Espresso Units
KitchenAid Debuts Its New Espresso Collection Featuring Four Machines
Compact Coffee Tubes
No Normal Coffee's Dark Roast is Ready for Outdoor Adventures
Autonomous Coffee Stations
Costa Coffee is Introducing an Autonomous Store System for Coffee Prep
Confessional Cafe Pop-Ups
KitchenAid Caffeine Confessions Celebrates Being Your Own Barista
Protein Beverage Pop-Ups
Premier Protein will Host a Proffee Pop-Up at Toronto's Union Station
Ready-To-Drink Vietnamese Coffees
Nguyen Coffee Supply Expands Its Rtd Beverage to Jewel-Osco
Nautical-Themed Cartoon Cafes
The SpongeBob Squarepants Cafe Features a Whimsical Menu
Espresso Martini Festivals
The Mr Black Espresso Martini Festival Shares One-Off Serves
Retro 70s-Style Cafe Designs
YSG Adds a Vintage Touch to the Superfreak Cafe in Sydney
Vanilla Swirled Iced Coffees
Starbucks Canada has a new Caramel Vanilla Swirl Iced Coffee
Elevated Coffee Toppers
Coffee mate Debuts New Cold Foams and Ad Announcement
Immersive Coffee Pop-Ups
Ninja will Host the Ninja Luxe Café 'House of Vibes' Event in NYC
Modern Coffee Packaging Designs
Happy™ Products Offers a Range of Coffee to Elevate Mornings
Seasonal Spring Coffee Menus
PJ's Coffee's Latest Menu is Full of Brulee and Vanilla Flavors
Galactic Cafe Experiences
The Star Wars-Themed Cafe in Tokyo Takes Fans to an Outer Galaxy
Summer-Inspired Coffee Machines
Nespresso & PANTONE Drop an Unforgettable Mediterranean Summer
Consumer-Driven Cafe Menus
The New Costa Coffee Menu Has Hot Milkshakes and More
Festive Beverage Menus
Second Cup's New Holiday Menu Features Limited Time Offerings
Expanded Autumn Coffee Offerings
Starbucks Diversifies Fall Flavors for At-Home and On-the-Go
Seasonal Coffee Shop Menus
Tim Hortons Debuts a Fall Menu with Early Access for Digital Customers
Iced Cafe Brand Coffees
These New Starbucks at Home Iced Coffee Products are Convenient
Iced Coffee Challenges
Coffee mate's Iced Coffee DARE Has Fans Loudly Declare Their Love
Pumpkin-Inspired Caffeine Drinks
7-Eleven Debuts It's New Pumpkin Spice Beverages
Summer Brewed Iced Coffees
Van Houtte Brewed Over Ice Coffee Lineup is Highly Flavorful
Cartoon-Inspired Coffee Accessories
Hello Kitty is Celebrating 50 Years with Grind Coffee
Cafe-Inspired Instant Coffees
Nescafé Gold Blend Instant Coffee Now Comes in Two New Flavors
Coffee-Powered Soap Bars
MARLOWE. Boasts the Brand New No. 109 Coffee Soap Bar
Layered Cake-Inspired Coffees
The Starbucks Japan Opera Frappuccino Comes in Two Options
Actor-Approved Coffee Companies
happy coffee Comes in Three Roasts in Several Formats
Cocktail-Inspired Energy Drinks
Better Buzz Coffee Roasters Unveiled the Buzz Energy Drinks
Decadent Coffee-Dessert Drinks
Starbucks Offers New Chocolate and Strawberry Beverages
Soda-Infused Coffee Drinks
Dun Bothers' Dunn Dirty’s are Now a Permanent Menu Addition
Exceptionally Cultivated Coffees
Nespresso N20 is the Result of 20 Years of Research
Dog-Friendly Instant Coffees
Barkista is a Line of Caffeine-Free, Antioxidant Drinks for Dogs
Italian Cafe Culture-Inspired Cocktails
These New NIO Cocktails Come in Four Varieties
Immersive Coffee Boutiques
Nespresso Canada Has Launched a New Boutique in Montreal
Artificial Textural Cafe Interiors
Niceworkshop Designed the Interiors for HaHouse Cafe
Espresso Martini Bars
NYC's Rose Room is Dedicated to a Beloved Coffee Cocktail
Green China-Based Coffee Chains
Tim Hortons Debuts its First Sustainable Store Concept in Shenzhen
On-the-Go Coffee Bars
The Nespresso Bar Will Be Located at the Liverpool Street Station in London
QSR Coffee-Based Fragrant Candles
Homesick x Dunkin’ Donuts Offer Espresso-Infused Products
Rebellious Coffee Brands
Rare Breed Coffee Experiments with Bold Flavor Combinations
Rechargeable In-Car Coffee Makers
Cafe Mobil's Portable Coffee Maker Perfectly Fits a Cupholder
Freshly Brewed Floral Lattes
Coco Floral Tea Lattes Embody Sweet Scenting Flowers
Co-Branded Character Beverages
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf and tokidoki Created Exclusive Drinks
Classic Dessert-Flavored Coffees
Nescafé Dessert Edition Coffees Now Come in Two New Options
Collaborative Digital Coffee Campaigns
illy Launches its Digital Content Series 'Coffee Break'
Specialty Instant Coffees
The Good Ritual's Instant Coffee is Enhanced with Calming L-Theanine
Popcorn-Flavored Lattes
Emmi Caffe Latte Popcorn Shares a Taste of the Cinema on the Go
Natural Coffee Diffusers
The 'Flavadd' Enables Flavor Diffusion Without Syrups or Sugars
Multi-Bean Coffee Blends
This Fairtrade Organic Five Country Blend Features 5 Types of Beans
Espresso-Style Iced Coffees
Café Bustelo's Iced Coffee Drinks are Ready to Enjoy from the Fridge
Bean-Free Coffee Alternatives
Voyage Foods Launched Bean-Free Coffee for Foodservice Clients
Singer-Inspired Pop-Up Cafes
Cash App & Sabrina Carpenter Opened a Short N' Sweet Cafe in NYC
Coffee-Wine Bar Hybrids
'Equal Parts' Opens Down the Road From its Sister Restaurant
Coffee Shop Espresso Martinis
The Ray's Runs on Dunkin' Pop-Up Featured Dunkin' Espresso Martinis
Bookstore Wine Shops
New York's Bibliotheque Offers Rare Books and Great Wine
Home Brewing Coffee Launches
McCafé Launched Its At-Home Coffee for National Coffee Day
Chickpea-Based Ground Coffees
NorthernWonder's 'Coffee Free Coffee' is a Sustainable Alternative
Dog-Friendly Cafe Experiences
Snow Pawttage Invites Guests to Interact with 8 Samoyeds
Premium Espresso Martini Cans
CAFÉ SOLO's Espresso Martini Features Multi-Award-Winning Liqueur
Specialty Coffee Advent Calendars
The Cometeer Coffee Advent Calendar Shares Flash-Frozen Capsules
Energizing Espresso Bars
Espresso Bites Can Be Enjoyed as a Solid Snack or Made into a Beverage
Sitcom-Inspired Coffeehouses
The Central Perk Coffee Co. is Opening in Boston
Festive Convenience Store Coffees
The 7-Eleven Holiday Coffees are Here for 2023
Refined QSR Cold Brews
McDonald's McCafé Cold Brew Coffee Comes in Five Flavors
Coffee-Centric Contemporary Studios
The Blue Bottle Studio Marks the Cafe's First Residency
Modern Tennis-Inspired Cafes
Common Grounds Coffee Roaster Boasts an Open Concept and Tennis Court
Coffee Shop Video Calls
Coffee Video Calls Brings the Ambiance of a Cafe to Virtual Calls
Customizable Dirty Soda Shops
Swig Customizes Sodas with Cream, Flavored Syrups & More
Colorful Box-Like Coffee Machines
One Object Unveils the FOOD Coffee Machine Series Concept
50s-Style Espresso Blends
First Espresso by Blue Bottle Coffee Pays Homage to 1950s Coffee Culture
Tattoo-Committed Coffee Incentives
Punk Bunny Coffee and 7-Eleven Dream Up a Coffee Deal
Blended Smoothie-Like Coffees
These Jamba Blended Coffees Come in Two Options
Expansive Autumnal Coffee Ranges
This New Coffee Collection from The Fresh Market is Fall-Ready
Elevated Corporate Coffee Offerings
Partners Coffee Launches Coffee for the Office Program
Multi-Vendor Food Marketplaces
Chef's Hall Offers Multiple High Quality Restaurants Under One Roof
80s Animated Film Cafes
Koriko Cafe Presents a Unique Kiki's Delivery Service Experience
Haunting Cold Brew Coffees
Grim Reaper Coffee Company's RTD Cold Brew Will "Wake the Soul"
Waste-Reducing Beanless Coffees
Prefer Makes Bean-Free Coffee from Food Waste Like Soy and Bread
Motivational Takeaway Cups
Tim Hortons Created Five Limited-Edition National Coffee Day Cups
Elevated Coffee Machine Capsules
KitchenAid's Espresso Collection Boasts Premium Quality
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Honey-Sweetened Cold Brews
Beekeeper Coffee's Canned Coffees are Enhanced with a Touch of Honey
Halloween-Inspired Pumpkin Coffees
Chamberlain Coffee Relaunches Sneaky Bat Pumpkin Spice Blend
Collaborative Coffee Expansions
Costa Coffee Partners with Y7 Yoga Studio
Coffee Tasting Journals
Coffee Note Lets You Discover Local Coffee Shops and Learn About Beans
Global Tea Collections
The Coffee Bean Has Rolled Out Its World of Tea Collection
Hot Milkshake Bars
Costa Coffee's Hot Milkshake Unbelieva-Bar is an Immersive London Pop-Up
Plant-Based Multi-Serve Lattes
Elmhurst 1925's Lattes are Made with Minimal Ingredients
Pumpkin Spice Coffee Alternatives
Sip Herbals' Faux Joe Comes in a Craveable Fall Flavor
Nutty Croissant Coffees
The Nespresso Festive Odyssey Collection Shares Comforting Flavors
Lavender-Flavored Cafe Drinks
The Caribou Coffee Lavender Drinks Come in Five Varieties
Buttery Cold Cafe Drinks
PJ's Coffee Southern Butter Pecan Drinks Come in Two Options
Playful Coffee Packaging
Sunday Coffee Project's Packaging is Inspired by Cereal Boxes
Ethically Sourced Decaf Blends
James Coffee Co. Unveils a New Natural and Sustainable Decaf Line
Artisan Autumnal Coffee Drinks
These New CosMc’s Drinks Come in Six Varieties
Frothy Canned Cold Brews
La Colombe Serves "the World's Frothiest Draft Lattes" in Cans
Permanent Cafe Food Trucks
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Has a New Permanent Food Truck at the LA Zoo
Seasonal Pumpkin Chai Lattes
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Has a New Pumpkin Chai Cream Iced Latte
Super-Energizing Canned Coffees
Super Coffee XXTRA Delivers a 200mg Jolt of Caffeine
Engaging Branded Pop-Up Kitchens
SOWN Celebrated the Launch of Its Oat Cold Foaming Cream
Convenient Cold Coffee Products
These New Arctic Coffee Products Respond to Consumer Demand
Nostalgic Autumnal Coffee Menus
Scooter’s Coffee is Introducing Menu Items for Fall
Full-Bodied Chocolate-Inspired Coffee Blends
Lavazza and Paris Baguette Announce a New Blend
Culinary Convenience Store Coffees
The 7-Eleven OG To Go Coffee Menu Has Hot, Cold and Iced Drinks
Icy Autumnal Cafe Drinks
The Human Bean Fall Menu Offers a Glimpse of Autumnal Offerings
Barista-Quality Canned Coffees
These Lost Sheep Coffee Iced Drinks Come in Two Options
Coffee Spice Blends
The Spice House x Intelligentsia Coffee Launch Two New Products
Coffee Documenting Notes Apps
Coffee Notes Helps Consumers Explore and Record Their Favorite Shops
Festive Artisan Coffee Menus
The Caribou Coffee Holiday Menu Has New and Returning Favorites
Juxtaposing Finnish Design-Themed Cafes
Yatofu Taps Local Craftspeople to Design the El Fant Café
Seasonal Convenience Store Coffees
These 7-Eleven Seasonal Menu Items Embrace Cold Weather Flavors
Unified Enterprise Coffee Programs
The GrindPro Coffee Program Offers Barista-Quality Roasts
Producer-Focused Coffee Packaging
Onyx Coffee Lab's Retail Coffee Packaging Enhances Connection
Flash-Chilled Coffees
Denim Coffee's Flash-Chilled Coffee Boasts Better Acidity & Extractions
Mardi Gras-Themed Cold Brews
Pj’s Coffee Has a New King Cake Cold Brew Shaken Espresso for 2024
Convenience Store Coffee Promotions
The Circle K Free Coffee Week Promotion Takes Place This Month
Regional Autumn Cafe Menus
PJ’s Coffee Autumn Menu is Inspired by New Orleans Cuisine
Plant-Based Coffee Campaigns
Minor Figures Launches the 'Dairy Disloyalty' Awareness Campaign
Artisanal Ready-to-Drink Cold Brews
Bones Coffee Cold Brew Lattes Come in Five Flavors