What a great place to purchase fresh roasted coffee and cold brews. Go in and be educated. They…read morehave single roasts as well as blends that give lots of options. Same with the Nitro Cold Brew coffees and teas. There is a nice outdoor patio under a shade tree too.

From the owner: Freshly roasted coffee beans, ready to drink cans of cold brew, and direct access to talking with…read moreour Chief Bean Officer, Jason White. Stop by our Roastery for all things coffee and become steeped in our 30 years of coffee knowledge.

We love Red Bean. Not only is a small business but the staff takes pride in their craft and they…read moreare very friendly. There is a decent amount of seating with a big conference style table, some bar chairs at the window and sofas for a homey feel. The bathrooms are clean and bright. My favorite drink in cold weather is the S'Mores latte that comes with a massive charred marshmallow on top. The chai and boba drinks are consistent as well. They roast their own coffee which is delicious. Grab a beverage and stay a while or peruse cute downtown Jasper.

Red Bean is the coolest. Space, coffee and the barista's are just awesome. I love all the big…read morewindows with the natural lighting with nice comfy seats to relax and enjoy your brew. Also good work space and strong WiFi. The roasted aroma when you first walk in sets the stage for a tasty experience. Freshly ground beans make for a smooth rich tasty cup of java. My barista was so cool, friendly and fun to talk with. I wound up going with the Carmel Macchiato and it was the best. A great place to enjoy a cup or take it to go and stroll the downtown streets of Jasper.

PURIST PERFECTION A rare +++ EDIBLE...WHERE have you been…read moreall my LiFe! On the outer edge of sprawling Atlanta burbs and of course in an unassuming strip-mall is where this gem is. Inside, is a small artisan coffee roaster who sells perfected coffee. The name, Belux represents owners' names, Ben and Lucy. They specialize in small batch ROASTING and PROPERLY BREWED COFFEE. They sell light to medium beans and serve ONLY coffee here...no food nor over sugared coffee disasters. I had a dopio and Ben kindly added a spoonful of foam for me. It was the most fragrant shot I've ever had. I fell in LOVE. Definitely the best coffee I've had in a couple of years! Belux speaks coffee. This is the only purist coffee retailer I'm aware of in Georgia and am so thankful, albeit 45 minutes drive. Also, they are the only one to offer Gesha outside of a special event. Belux is planning to open their second location in Roswell in July :-) MY RATINGS - - - Inhumane - - Disgusted - Don't bother = Missed the Mark + Good ++ Better +++ EDIBLE...WHERE have you been all my LiFe!

Beautiful coffee shop. A little small with a counter to…read moreserve about 6. Very personalized service Don't stop by if you are in a rush, come to sit and enjoy the process and learn a bit about the coffee and the owners. Prices were a bit high but you should know that based on the coffee your choose. It's a place to go for a quiet date or to impress someone. We preferred the Panama Emerald Geisha coffee @$26 a cup.. and shared it. It was fantastic.

If you're serious about your coffee, Alma Coffee is on another level. From the first sip, you can…read moretell this isn't your average cup--it's smooth, rich, and incredibly well-balanced without any bitterness. Every blend feels thoughtfully crafted, and you can really taste the quality and care that goes into sourcing and roasting their beans. What sets Alma apart is not just the flavor, but the intention behind it. Knowing that they directly support coffee farmers adds a deeper appreciation to every cup. It feels good to enjoy something that's both high-quality and ethically sourced. They also offer a great variety of flavors and profiles, so whether you like something bold and strong or light and fruity, there's something for you. Everything feels tailored, fresh, and consistently excellent. Honestly, once you try Alma, it's hard to go back to anything else. It's the kind of coffee that turns your daily routine into something you actually look forward to.

Loving this roaster. They have so much to choose from and it smells like heaven…read more Lots of creative coffees and the "bagged" coffee options are awesome where you can refill your container monthly, weekly, whatever you need. Cute outdoor space and they have local vendors come to highlight those businesses. What a great way to expand the community.

Shiba Coffee is a bit of a peculiar spot to get a drink. There aren't a ton of options out in the…read morearea, and you can very easily miss this spot as your drive by. It's sort of camouflaged in an auto repair shop. Although it's a bit of a rough atmosphere there in general (literally across the street from a scrapyard), they do a good job to still make things feel as cozy as they can with what they've got. The guy who was working there was really warm and welcoming. We ended up getting the iced Vietnamese coffee. Was it the most mind-blowing coffee I've ever had? Maybe not, but it's probably your best bet for a delicious coffee and place to relax in the area.

Don't let the exterior fool you, the inside of this coffee shop is so warm and cozy. I ordered an…read moreiced latte with pistachio and oatmilk. The latte was a 10/10!!! Customer service was dry, but I'm willing to give them another chance because my latte was amazing.

Amazing specialty coffee shop. I tried the espresso and they dialed it in perfectly. Lots of great…read moreflavors and no bitterness. The pastries were amazing. We had the chocolate croissant, blueberry muffin and another pastry with some jam on it. The space is wide open and very nice inside. You can also watch them roasting their coffee which is really fun. I highly recommend this spot if you love espresso, a good cortado or lattes!

East Pole has become one of my favorite coffee shops in Atlanta. Their regular espresso and…read moreAmericano have been solid in my visits, and their decaf espresso blend is awesome! It's consistently strong in chocolate flavor with hints of cherry - superb. I've purchased the beans as well, and they are just as good as in the shop. Service is extremely friendly. They offer a free drink with purchase of beans, and they provide a discount for using your own mug.

Ordered their online 4-pack gift box for a variety of whole bean coffees. Enjoyed the various…read moreoptions particularly the low acid coffee option. I have yet to visit their local store.

VOLCANICA 7/5/24…read more EAST AFRICAN COFFEE STATUS & OUTLOOK Based on the USDA's latest outlook, Africa accounts for 11-12% of the world's total coffee production, including 10.5% of the Robusta crop and 12.5% of the 23/24 Arabica crop. There are 54 countries in Africa, but only about a dozen produce coffee. While Ethiopia accounts for most of it, the high-quality specialty grade Arabica coffee production is limited to 6-7 East African countries, including some very small countries with problematic histories. Located in the equatorial coffee belt, East African coffee benefits from ideal coffee growing conditions, including volcanic soil, high altitude, climate, access to fresh water and tradition. Conscientious processing, disciplined coops and dedicated smallholder farms also play a role. Coffee is a subjective topic and while good coffee can be found throughout the equatorial belt, the acid rich East African coffees are recognized as the world's most distinctive. The traditional varieties and grade from Ethiopia (Yirgacheffe) and Kenya (south-central highlands) are particularly noteworthy and often compared. While some would include 100% authentic Kona (miniscule production, hard to get & subject to fraud), the best Tanzanian and the crazy expensive Geisha (Panama & elsewhere) among the best, the coffee from Kenya and Ethiopia is widely viewed as the world's most consistent, distinctive and recognizable. Regardless of source, it is important to note that countries producing the most distinguished specialty coffee also produce average or worse coffee. In a way, East African coffees are like finalists in a beauty contents, it's hard to pick the winner. The contest is also dynamic, i.e., this year's crop winner could be next year's loser. While the demand for specialty coffee continues to grow, small coffee farmers have been burdened by an exploitive value chain. Living on a few dollars a day, Africa's small coffee farmers have had little incentive to produce the low yielding crop. If impoverished farmers do not get a bigger piece of the value chain's pie, higher prices and a shortage of high-quality coffee seem likely. FINDING REPUTABLE RETAIL ROASTERS When purchasing country of origin coffee, the quality will vary by crop year, terroir, region, sub-region, botanical variety, grade, processing, storage, logistics, roast and freshness. Excluding effective auctions, higher prices may not guarantee a better tasting coffee. Storage and freshness are key because coffee does not age well. Indeed, assuming the flavor has not been compromised by logistics and storage, fresh green coffee has a 6-12-month shelf life while fresh roasted whole bean has a 30-day window. As the importer of these potentially fine coffees, IT IS THE RETAIL ROASTER WHO DETERMINES THE QUALITY AND FRESHNESS OF OUR COFFEE. Finding a reputable retail roaster with good customer service, a good menu of single origin coffee and consistency is a Herculean task. Given the limited shelf life, always looming new crop and roaster inconsistency, the ongoing journey never ends. Organic, free trade, direct trade, sustainable, certified, relationships and consistent buying all make sense, but coffee that shoots the lights out on the cupping table is really what the specialty coffee game is about. While there are exceptions, roaster websites are not generally well developed or organized and many do not disclose all the information required to make an informed purchase, including the origin, roast, ounces per bag, processing, etc. Some lack contact information while others fail to follow up on inquiries. Many also use a poor choice of colors and fonts that make the websites difficult to read. Fortunately, many roasters specializing in East African coffee provide more detail and organized information, including the granular source, varietal, processing, roast and roast date. Blends are being hyped by roasters and while they might be relevant to coffee drinkers, they are not very relevant to coffee lovers that already know what they want. Affordability is another issue because there are high-quality single origin coffees that are affordable and offer real value. Indeed, many blends are priced higher than good single origin coffee. VOLCANICA EAST AFRICAN COFFEE: As Good As It Gets Volcanica is currently offering nine East African single origin coffees, including the Kenya AA (Nyeri Hill Estate), the Ethiopia Yirgacheffe and the Tanzania Peaberry (Nitin Estate, Ngorongoro Crater). All are washed and roasted light or medium light. In addition to being among the highest quality East African coffee on the market today, they offer real value. Indeed, Volcanica's 16 oz pricing is less than what many of their competitors are charging for 12 oz. Volcanica's website is also developed, organized and provides granular details appreciated by coffee lovers. JBC has also done a good job with their website development and disclosure. I have chased

Got a chance to visit this veteran dedicated place and loved it. Here is the summary of our family…read morevisit here for coffee: Ambiance: 5/5 : Great authentic feeling of pride and respect for the veterans. Great place to hang out, have coffee or work. They said and I quote - The dont allow dogs but wont throw you out if you bring one ;) The also sell shirts and other merch here Service: 5/5: The service was a delight and fairly quick Food: 5/5: Here is the summary of what we had: They had great names for the coffee 1) Iced vanilla latte: It was delicious and I wanted to buy another round. PS: I dont drink coffee. 2) Blueberry muffin: it was moist, delicious and really soft and spongy Value for Money 5/5: Great value for money and experience and respect for the veterans. The good: 1) Ambiance 2) Service 3) Iced vanilla latte Not so Good: 1) The parking space could be tight on a busy day Definitely coming back soon since this is very close to my house.

I'm visiting from Los Angeles and really value great coffee and an atmosphere where I can work or…read moresit down with a good book. This place has truly exceeded my expectations. The space itself is inviting and thoughtfully designed, but what stands out even more are the people. The team here is helpful, respectful, and genuinely kind -- they've made my time in town that much better. Neal, in particular, has gone above and beyond during my visits. He always serves my coffee in a beautiful mug with a plate to complement it, a small touch that makes the experience feel intentional and elevated. His attitude is outstanding, and his attention to detail is one of the main reasons I keep coming back. If you're not from the area and looking for a coffee shop with both quality and character, this is absolutely the place to go.

Turns out they do serve drinks at night. And it looks like word of mouth has grown and months later…read morestill popular. I had the Ceremonial Tsuyuhikari Mie Matcha Latte. The first one on the list, 7.50, very tasty and not over sweet. Delicious. I would still pay more for a large. Overall very cool idea for coffee/drinks/brunch and perfect for the modern day hipster. :) Very cool paintings!

Cute spot to grab a quick bite. The menus had season items as well as make your own beverages. I…read morethink food was available I saw someone order a sandwich but I didn't see it in the menu so with missed it or there was another. I was greeted and allowed to take a moment to look over them menu. I got one of their seasonal items . It was a lemonade espresso or something of that nature. I unfortunately don't remember the name but it tasted exactly how it was described. Also got an earl Gray cookie, which was more like a biscuit, it's a nice eyes and a hot a very pleasant taste. They have a section for water so you don't have to go to them and ask for it. It's just readily available. . Love the set up and how they play their items. It's very homey yet Café vibes. Exaggerated nicely in the bathroom really nice as well. It is a one person bathroom so there may be a wait when it's busy. -random note - if you're using Uber or Lyft in the area, maybe it just was the time that I went, but there were hardly any available. I had to wait over an hour to get a ride so just to keep in mind if you're someone who doesn't have a car or plans to get picked up from the area

This offbeat coffeehouse bar serves the best iced mochas in downtown Fayetteville, and to a…read morelearned, diverse crowd. I don't mess with the beer, being a teetotaler. The business can benefit from having more food on sale. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

This was my first time visiting, and I thought it was a really cool coffee shop. Glen provided…read moreamazing customer service and was warm, inviting, and genuinely welcoming. He was also very helpful, taking the time to answer questions and make sure everything was just right. The ambiance was unique and created a great overall vibe. I don't believe they serve food, but I could be mistaken. Either way, I'll definitely be adding this spot to my coffee shop rotation. I plan to return and would highly recommend it.