Coffee of the Month

I am crazy about naturally processed coffees, so I obviously loved Counter Culture’s The Natural. I first tried this coffee at the Counter Culture Training Center in Boston and got hooked.  Unfortunately, this was a limited release coffee so it will not be on shelves any time soon, but this post is my encouragement to you…

Cold Brew Review – Barista Parlor

Now that Barista Parlor is serving their own coffee, I decided in honor of National Cold Brew day yesterday it was time to try their take on this drink. As usual, Barista Parlor did not disappoint. This was another cold brew that did not compromise flavor or quality. This cold brew was not fruity or…

Cold Brew Review – Revelator Coffee Company

I was really feeling the heat in Nashville yesterday and decided to walk over to Revelator located in Hillsboro Village for some cold brew coffee. I hadn’t tried it in a while, but to my pleasure Revelator’s cold brew was refreshing and full of flavor. The best part of this coffee is its naturally sweet and floral…

Cold Brew Review – Slingshot Coffee

Slingshot’s ready-to-drink cold brew coffee tasted a lot like a coffee stout, to my surprise, at first. As I kept drinking I realized most of the flavor comes from the aftertaste which is slightly woodsy and smokey. The flavor is not super strong, but it is slightly bitter and takes some getting used to. Overall,…

Timberyard- London, UK

Walking into the Seven Dials location of Timberyard, the coffee shop felt small and crowded, yet when I looked around the place was actually large and size, but was just filled with people.  In addition, there was space downstairs dedicated for work meetings or studying. The first thing that caught my eye at Timberyard was…

Shoreditch Grind – London, UK

Located right by Old Street Station, Shoreditch Grind is a grungy coffee spot that epitomizes the neighborhood of Shoreditch in London. The grungy, artsy coffee shop blasts rock music while people sip on espresso and relax with friends. The space is pretty large, with seating inside and outside, and resembles a concert venue. The service…

Flat Black Coffee Company – Boston, MA

This Australian inspired coffee chain has five locations located in Boston and roasting facilities in Dorchester. When I first walked into Flat Black Coffee the bright colors created a warm atmosphere on a freezing winter day in New England. The baristas were really friendly and explained the history of the company to us. The owners fell…

Eighth and Roast – Nashville, TN

The second you walk into Eighth and Roast you already begin to mellow out. The brick walls, soft indie music, and dark lighting create a restful vibe for sitting with some friends and sipping on coffee. Known for their V6o pour overs and espresso drinks, Eighth and Roast is located away from the hectic parts…

3 Little Figs – Somerville, MA

3 Little Figs is a tiny cafe that constantly has a big crowd. This coffee shop is quaint and elegant, perfect for meeting up with friends. I went on a weekday morning and  lines were consistently out the door. Despite the amount of people, customers did not turn away to leave. I could sense how…

Steadfast Coffee – Nashville, TN

Steadfast is a pretty large coffee shop located in the Germantown neighborhood of Nashville. The aesthetics of the shop are wonderful with outdoor seating that has lights and a picturesque view. The inside of the coffee shop is bordered with booths with the center being the bar with the baristas at work. Steadfast has a different…

Gracenote Coffee Roasters – Boston, MA

This tiny coffee bar nestled right in the financial district of Boston is a nice escape from the busy city. They roast their beans in Allston and have them delivered to this location as well as other cafes serving their coffee. Most of their options are to go, so I ordered a cortado which I…

Tostaduría Bisetti – Lima, Peru

Nestled in the beautiful bohemian neighborhood of Barranco, Tostaduria Bisetti is a café for people who really know coffee. The café is quite large consisting of different types of seating such as couches, tables, and bar space and a coffee lab in the back for roasting and coffee education. Jazz music plays throughout the cafe…