{"id":9034,"date":"2023-11-03T10:21:37","date_gmt":"2023-11-03T10:21:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infundpros.com\/finance\/6-emerging-cities-for-coffee-lovers-and-their-coolest-coffee-shops\/"},"modified":"2023-11-03T10:21:37","modified_gmt":"2023-11-03T10:21:37","slug":"6-emerging-cities-for-coffee-lovers-and-their-coolest-coffee-shops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infundpros.com\/?p=9034","title":{"rendered":"6 emerging cities for coffee lovers\u2014and their coolest coffee shops"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ah, coffee. It\u2019s just about the only thing that\u2019s good about a Monday morning\u2026or really\u00a0any<\/em>\u00a0morning. We all know that cities like\u00a0Portland,\u00a0Seattle\u00a0and\u00a0San Francisco\u00a0are headliners in our nation\u2019s coffee culture, but there are some other coffee hot spots around the country that might surprise you.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Livability looked at the number of coffee shops in the city, average prices for a cuppa joe, number of roasters in the area and, of course, the overall quality of life (we have to be true to our name, don\u2019t we?) to bring you this list of unexpected cities with awesome coffee scenes.<\/p>\n

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Tampa, Florida<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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A sunny city in\u00a0Florida\u00a0might not be your first thought when you think about coffee, but maybe it should be. This under-the-radar coffee city boasts several coffee roasters, including Blind Tiger and nearby Made Coffee Company (also home to Florida\u2019s first canned cold brew). In a WalletHub survey,\u00a0Tampa\u00a0ranked no. 6 in\u00a0Best Coffee Cities in America. The study looked at the number of coffee drinkers in the city, the cost of a cappuccino and the number of local roasters.<\/p>\n

People are\u00a0flocking to Tampa, and it\u2019s not just for the spectacular coffee. The city currently ranks as one of the highest places in the country for job growth thanks to new businesses opening up shop in the area, while the cost of living still sits below the national average.<\/p>\n

Coolest coffee shop:<\/strong>\u00a0We have to give it to Felicitous. This local roaster is located in Tampa\u2019s Uptown neighborhood, in proximity to the University of South Florida. Not only is the coffee delicious, but Felicitous is also extremely dog-friendly. All four-legged friends are offered a free dog biscuit and water, and the patio is dog-friendly.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Ann Arbor, Mich.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The\u00a0University of Michigan\u2019s\u00a0more than 51,000 caffeine-crazed students have propelled Ann Arbor into the upper echelons of coffee cities. ApartmentGuide put\u00a0Ann Arbor\u00a0on the list of the\u00a0Best Cities for Coffee Lovers in America\u00a0thanks to the city\u2019s impressive ratio of coffee shops per capita and density scores. There\u2019s a coffee shop here for literally everyone\u2019s taste, whether it\u2019s a national chain or a hip shop using locally roasted beans like Black Diesel Coffee. Aspiring roasters and baristas can even immerse themselves in Zingerman\u2019s Coffee Company\u2019s seven different brewing techniques.<\/p>\n

Ann Arbor isn\u2019t just a great place to drink coffee; it\u2019s a great place to live. In fact, it ranked on\u00a0Livability\u2019s 2023 list of Top 100 Best Places to Live list. Residents of Ann Arbor enjoy high-quality education and a creative culture where there\u2019s always something fun going on. The city is also highly walkable, so exploring shops in your neighborhood is accessible.<\/p>\n

Coolest coffee shop:<\/strong>\u00a0Located inside of the historic (and glass-roofed) Nickels Arcade is Comet Coffee, a cozy spot specializing in pour-over coffees.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Reno, Nevada<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Reno\u00a0has made a name for itself recently in America\u2019s coffee scene and landed a spot on\u00a0SmartAsset\u2019s coffee fanatics survey\u00a0thanks to the super-low average cost for a cup of joe. Residents in this desert city can\u2019t seem to get enough of their morning brews, and they have plenty of options thanks to hundreds (yes,\u00a0hundreds)\u00a0<\/em>of coffee shops in the area. The \u201cBiggest Little City in the World\u201d has a coffee scene that\u2019s anything but little and has made way for several notable local brew shops, including Lighthouse Coffee, Bibo Coffee Co. and Old World Coffee Lab.<\/p>\n

Reno\u2019s lively nightlife scene pairs perfectly with its abundance of coffee shops. This fun city also ranked on Livability\u2019s\u00a02023 list of Top 100 Best Places to Live\u00a0thanks to its seemingly endless amenities like concerts, events, casinos and plenty of outdoor activities. Job opportunities are flowing here, too, as more digital and tech companies are calling the city home.<\/p>\n

Coolest coffee shop: <\/strong>Hub Coffee Roasters, with its several locations and roasting facility, paved the way for Reno\u2019s love of local beans. Once a tiny garage shop, this coffee empire now provides its delicious bean varieties to several cafes in town.<\/p>\n

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Sacramento, Calif.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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California\u2019s\u00a0capital city doesn\u2019t get nearly as much attention as S.F. or L.A., but a vibrant coffee scene has been brewing under the radar here for a while now, and the rest of the nation has started to take notice.\u00a0Sprudge\u00a0once named\u00a0Sacramento\u00a0one of five underrated coffee cities in America, and we wholeheartedly agree. A relatively low number of large chains means Sacramento is one of the top metro areas in the nation, with a\u00a0high density of indie coffee shops per capita. Delicious coffee flows here at artisan shops like Insight Coffee Roasters, Old Soul Co. and the New Zealand-influenced Chocolate Fish Coffee.<\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t just a well-caffeinated city; it\u2019s a fun one. Sacramento is home to Coin-Op, which recently underwent a remodel and is one of the\u00a0coolest arcade bars in the country, plus a full calendar of community events to keep residents entertained. And for those who want to live in California but can\u2019t afford the steep price tag, Sacramento is an affordable choice. With easy access to\u00a0San Francisco\u00a0and the beautiful California coast, the location can\u2019t be beat.<\/p>\n

Coolest coffee shop:\u00a0<\/strong>Award-winning\u00a0Temple Coffee\u00a0is our pick for the city\u2019s coolest shop, as its vibe is low-key and modeled after some of the temples owner Sean Kohmescher visited during his travels through Indonesia.<\/p>\n

Also see:<\/strong> The five best \u2014and affordable \u2014places to live in California<\/p>\n

Jersey City, N.J.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

As one of our\u00a02023 Top 100 Best Places to Live, it makes sense that\u00a0Jersey City\u00a0is also carving out a reputation as a great coffee city (those young professionals need caffeine!). Located right across the Hudson from\u00a0New York City, Jersey City ranked no. 22 on\u00a0Wallethub\u2019s list of 100 best coffee cities. Two local favorites are Modcup Coffee Company, which serves up its own single-origin roasted beans and Dames Coffee Espresso Bar, known for its latte art, in-house pastries and garden out back.<\/p>\n

Even though it\u2019s so close to NYC, Jersey City is much more affordable. With a relatively low cost of living, gorgeous parks and no shortage of things to do, Jersey City is a melting pot of cultures. Downtown Jersey City\u2019s charm rivals some New York neighborhoods with its abundance of bars and restaurants.<\/p>\n

Coolest coffee shop:\u00a0<\/strong>The hip Lackawanna Coffee pours delicious specialty drinks like the Black Sesame Latte or the Wildflower Honey Latte.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Plus: <\/strong>Looking to unplug? Here are 12 peaceful towns great for going off the grid.<\/p>\n

Portland, Maine<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The \u201cother\u201d Portland is becoming quite a hot spot for caffeinated beverages. Known for\u00a0its awesome restaurants, a growing need for quality coffee has prompted several indie coffee joints to join the local food scene. And the price is right: the\u00a0average cappuccino\u00a0in\u00a0Portland, Maine, will set you back about $5. Folks are making coffee a little differently here, and The Speckled Ax in the Arts District uses the unique process of wood roasting its organic beans for exceptional flavor profiles. Yordprom Coffee Co. is your go-to place for some really good Vietnamese coffee or Thai ice tea in a cozy environment.<\/p>\n

Foodies take note: Portland boasts one of the highest numbers of restaurants per capita in the nation. Along with its safe neighborhoods, year-round recreation and sweeping ocean views, Portland is a family-friendly city and\u00a0a top place to live.<\/p>\n

Coolest coffee shop:\u00a0<\/strong>Tandem Coffee gets our cool points as one of the first in-house roasters to open up shop in 2012. Since then, they have served up fantastic, no-frills, artisan coffee.<\/p>\n

Read the <\/em>original article on Livability<\/em>.<\/em><\/p>\n

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