Dope Coffee Blog

Get ready to elevate your spring sips with Dope Coffee's refreshing rollout of ready-to-drink cold brews, loved by the vibrant people of Georgia. Whether you're craving the boldness of cold brew coffee or the floral sweetness of hibiscus tea, we've got something to tantalize your taste buds and keep you energized for all your outdoor adventures. Our East African cold brew and Venus hibiscus tea, tried and loved at Essence Fest, are now available for you to enjoy anytime, anywhere. Plus, experience the bold flavors of East Africa with our cold brew Tanzania Peaberry dark roast or indulge in the...

Calling all coffee enthusiasts! Join us at the Farmers Markets from March 27th to December 2024 for an unforgettable journey with Dope Coffee Company. Sample our East African and Central American specialty coffees, tantalize your taste buds with our ready-to-drink cold brews like the Tanzania Peaberry and Venus Hibiscus tea, and explore our range of coffee novelties and merchandise. Elevate your style with our hoodies, hats, and flasks, and stay connected with the latest updates and giveaways. Experience the Dope Coffee difference and make every cup a little more dope!

Let's embark on a flavorful journey - tracing the roots of coffee from Africa to its global diaspora, and highlighting the remarkable contributions of Black-owned coffee businesses in America. This narrative isn't just about a beverage; it's about culture, resilience, and the rich tapestry of African heritage.   The African Roots of Coffee: Coffee, now a global phenomenon, has its origins in the ancient coffee forests of the Ethiopian plateau. Legend has it that a goat herder named Kaldi first discovered these magical beans. The drink soon spread from Ethiopia to Egypt and Yemen, and by the 15th century, it...

Atlanta, Georgia - January 2024 It may come as a surprise that not all coffee is roasted the same. Majority of coffee is still drum roasted, and roasted to an overall darker profile. For speciality coffee, air roasting has caught the eye of a new wave of coffee roasters that see coffee more as a culinary treat instead of something just to drink to wake up. Let's explore the effects of air roasting on yielding a more tastier bean. Air roasted coffee beans offer several benefits, from reducing the carbon footprint of the coffee industry to producing a consistently smooth and flavorful...