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Hello Hello Coffee Addicts,
I think itโs time for an official post for the 1 year (6/15 so a little late). Iโm excited to share some numbers and things weโve accomplished.
Before we get started, I want to thank all of you who have participated in the weekly polls, contests in the past, or have even just dmโed me for a recommendation. It means a lot and it pushes me to keep on going everyday. I appreciate you all so much!๐๐ผ
Okay cheesiness aside, itโs time for some numbers!๐ข
โขAs of today weโve visited 92 coffee shops. Out of those 92, we recommend 39.๐๐ผ
โขOur smallest poll had 170 views with 34 votes & our biggest poll had 312 views with 90 votes.๐
โขWe reached and exceeded our goal of 1,000 followers. ๐
โขOur average amount of impressions per month is roughly 22,000.๐
โขWe had our first group trip ever to Chicago & weโve booked another for Seattle this September. ๐ซ
โขI love meeting new people and am proud to say with confidence Iโve met some amazing baristas, owners, and other coffee drinkers during this period.โ๏ธ
Iโm thankful for all of the support youโve given on this journey & am excited for whatโs to come.๐๐ผ
Photo Credits: @songjohansen ๐ธ
Special Thanks To: @songjohansen @grace.mcdonald @matt__frat @laurenpahl_ ๐๐ผ
With Gratitude,
-Dil
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Good Morning Coffee Addicts,
Today weโre at the Cafe Astoria on Grand in St. Paul.
This place has never failed to please. The employees are so warm and friendly every time I enter, the ambiance Astoria brings is unique, and all of the paintings and plants just gives it a real cozy feel.
Iโm glad Astoria is open again. Theyโre here everyday with dine in and patio seating from 7AM-3PM. Bring a mask!
Todayโs drinks: Pumpkin Pie Frappeฬ (Hot/Cold) & 24k Latteฬ ๐
(Hey thanks for hooking it up!)
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How many Terantinoโs?๐ค
First coffee trip with the fam!๐ซโ๏ธ
Our faces when someone says they donโt drink coffee: โ>
PC๐ธ: @songjohansen
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Goooood Afternoon Coffee Addicts,
Todayโs lunch break brings us over to Lululemon in MOA. Theyโve got a nice little shop hidden in the back of the store, yes in their own store!
Someone welcomed me as I walked into the clothing area and let me know about the promotions and what they had going in today.
I love their clothes, but today we came for coffee. I headed in back bobbing my head to the upbeat music and approached the coffee shop.
As I began to look at the menu, two very kind baristas greeted me and helped me out with deciding what to order. I wasnโt sure if If I should have gotten a coffee or a smoothie.
The first barista explained that they get their coffee locally @pennyscoffee_ and that the smoothies were good too. I ended up trying both. They did not disappoint.๐๐ผ
Todayโs drinks: Strawberry Nice to Meet You & a classic Americano. ๐
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Good Afternoon Coffee Addicts,
Todayโs lunch break brings us over to the South Saint Anthony Park Neighborhoodโs Dogwood Coffee.
I actually went here with my old bud @christopher.cho last year and it was really good. Everyoneโs kind of just doing there own thing here.
One of the biggest things that make a coffee shop good is how you are treated when you walk in. The baristas here were very friendly and even helped me schedule a walk-in reservation!
The atmosphere is relaxed and everyone is doing work so hey, hereโs another good study/work spot for ya!
Todayโs Drink: The Zamboni ๐
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Goood Morning Coffee Addicts!
How much caffeine can you fit into four 5oz glasses? The results may surprise you!๐คฏโ๏ธ
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THIS WEEKโS WINNER/LOCATION:
Newly opened on October 1st over on Lyndale in the Lynlake neighborhood is this weekโs winner @thirdspacecafempls ! Thank you to @allcoldbrews for the recommendation!๐
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THE SCOOP:
So Iโve actually met the owner Erin before! If this flight looks familiar to The Last Dropโs, itโs because she used to manage there and is the original creator! With 12 years of experience under her belt she was finally able to fulfill her dream & open up her own shop, bringing her ideas with her.๐
Everyone has 3 spaces:
1. Their home or place they stay
2. Their public participation (school/work)
3. Their third space-somewhere they can fully be 100% themselves (Favorite spot/doing a hobby/what makes you feel at peace) ๐
Erin is trying her best those who want to focus on making a full time career in the coffee industry. Rosie (barista) has worked with Erin in the past and feels strongly that she knows what she is doing. They both love their team & the community. ๐๐ผ
*Fun fact learned yesterday*: In Italy being a barista is seen as a prestigious level career because over there making coffee is an art.๐ฎ๐น
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FINAL THOUGHTS:
Nice natural sunlight, โI Love You Always Foreverโ, a super high ceiling, coffee flights, a propagated plant cutting wall, & an LED Happy Lamp to help fight your SAD. Those are just a few of the many good things about this shop. Theyโve got events on Thursday evenings for the social people, a reading area for the quiet ones, & an overall huge space for everyone in between to catch up over a nice cup (or flight). Great shop, add it to your list.๐๐ผ
Todayโs Drinks: Coffee Sampler & Real Pumpkin Latte (In-house syrup)๐
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Goood Afternoon Coffee Addicts,
To all of those who celebrate, I hope you had a warm and cheerful Christmas with your friends and family. ๐
Today, Mr. Songathy and I scouted a few spots around downtown Minneapolis for a shoot. We ended up right outside of The Emery where of course we also snagged some coffee. โ๏ธ
Itโs always a fun time at these shoots. For all of you who donโt know Song; heโs my go to photographer, my little, and although we donโt talk all the time heโs one of my closest buds.
I also want to give him a quick shoutout for just getting signed onto the Twinโs baseball team as one of their newest interns. ๐ธโพ๏ธ
I love seeing my friends succeed and I couldnโt be more proud of you guy. Congratulations. ๐
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Please sponsor me @spyhousecoffee .๐๐ผ
Todayโs Drink: Family Room๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ฆโ๐ฆ
PC๐ธ: @songjohansen
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Good Morning Coffee Addicts,
Todayโs lunch break brings us over to the Saint Anthony East neighborhood.
Five Watt Coffee is todayโs shop. Walking in youโre immediately hit with an industrial feel, indie/alternative music, and very friendly baristas.
Iโve heard about this place from a while back but never had the chance to come here. Very laid back environment. Iโve noticed almost everyone here is working on their laptops both inside and outside so if youโve got work to get done, this isnโt a bad place to go to!
Todayโs drinks: The Kingfield & Busy Beaver ๐คด๐ป ๐ฆฆ
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Goooood Morning Coffee Addicts,
Guys we just hit a freaking milestone! Weโve got our first ever event w/@vitalityroasting coming up to support their new coffee bag launch!๐
Here are the details:
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Where: Black Coffee & Waffle Bar (Como Location-1500 Como Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414)
When: Sunday, September 12th from 12pm-2pm.๐
What to expect:
1. Drop in & meet up w/16ozDays x Vitality Roasting coffee community.๐ฃ
2. A giveaway with Vitalityโs new coffee bags.๐
3. A 16% discount on your entire purchase!๐ฐ
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Guys, for the good of the people, skip the Starbuckโs Frappeโs for a day to taste some of FINEST QUALITY COFFEE for a FRACTION of the cost.โ๏ธ
Come thirsty, weโll see ya there.โ๐ผ
PC: @songjohansen ๐ธ
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Gooood Afternoon Coffee Addicts,
Todayโs lunch break brings us to the corner of Fairview and Randolphโs Due Focacceria! (Right across from St. Kateโs)
I spoke with a barista named Patrick who kindly shared a little but about the Italian establishment.
Due has been around since Summer of 2019. They specialize most of their meals around this type of bread called Focacceria (a style of Italian flat bread).
Today I tried their Formaggio & Carne board. It came with an assortment of goodies that included delicious spreads, vine ripened fruit, and bread to die for.
Something cool that Patrick also mentioned is they try to focus their establishment in an aperitif style.
I learned today that Aperitif is the time before dinner that you usually have a drink and chat, usually for an hour or so. This fun segment of time occurs in most European countries, but mainly in Spain & Italy
Needless to say, Due likes to enjoy their meals. And with their presentation and seating Iโd say itโs pretty easy to enjoy a meal around here.
Todayโs drink: Vanilla Macchiato๐พ
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Gooood Morning Coffee Addicts,
Today weโre at one of my old favorites. Located over in the Lowry Hill East neighborhood is @thelynhall . Guess what? Theyโre open for dine in again.
Man did I miss it here. The Lynhall is a go to spot for my buddies and I for a cup of light signature coffee and a sublime brunch.
Let me share my experience today. I was greeted and seated within 30 seconds of entering. MJโs โI Want You Backโ was playing, old friends were catching up, and the smell of fresh pastries was in the air.
I sat barside and had the best customer experience. Charles was my barista/bartender today. He walked me through some great menu options and was very patient with my choice (Shakshouka). As requested, they also timed my second cup of coffee with my meal perfectly. Very welcoming and kind staff here.
Great meal, even better service.
10/10 experience here. If youโre ever in uptown, give them a chance, you wonโt regret it. Definitely a top 5 pick.
Todayโs Drink: Tumeric Maple Latteฬ๐.
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Good Afternoon Coffee Addicts,
Iโm a big fan of Spyhouse Coffee Roasters and guess what? Another Spyhouse location has re-opened!
Today Iโm at the North Loop location in Minneapolis right off of Washington Ave.
This one is a little smaller compared to the others, but itโs upbeat. The choice makes you want to nod your head and the staff here are great. As a small chain, the drinks are similar, but with each location brings a different character.
Expect more Spyhouse posts to come!
Oh and hey, have a great Labor Day Weekend. ๐
Todayโs Drink: Frost Bang and Solid Gold ๐ดโโ ๏ธ .
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Gooood Afternoon Coffee Addicts!
Iโm sure some of yโall have already heard or seen, but yesterday we went to @honourtheday for some coffee, juice, and sโmores for their Grab and Go event!
Located in Stinson BLVD in the Como neighborhood in Minneapolis was where we had this fun experience. They had music, a bonfire and some great deals on their drinks, soup, and even their skin care products!
We had a nice squad swing by yesterday to start off our morning and hand a grand old time.
They never seem to disappoint!
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Todayโs Drinks: Vanilla Lattรฉ & Morning Dew๐พ๐ง
Swipe right to see the perfect marshmallow ๐ฅ๐ชต๐ฅ
***A big thanks to @songjohansen for these amazing photos, always a pleasure sir๐ธ***
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Good Afternoon Coffee Addicts,
Todayโs lunch break brings us right on over to Spyhouse at the Emery Hotel in Downtown Minneapolis on 4th Street.
This is my favorite Spyhouse location by far. It has a huge open area with high ceilings. Itโs a big space, but a very welcoming space.
Youโre instantly calmed with the soft classical music and can feel the warmth from the fireplace as you enter. It almost feels like youโre in a small chateau or manor.
The barista was very friendly when greeting me and even introduced me to this new Elote Danish (surprisingly very tasty).
They have been open since early September, but recently extended their hours to:
Tues-Sat: 7AM-4PM
Sun-Mon: 7AM-1PM
I highly recommend this spot as a place to get your work done as there are is an abundance of seating complimented with a relaxing work environment.
Todayโs Drink: Carmellaโ๏ธ๐ฏ
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Good Afternoon Coffee Addicts,
Todayโs lunch break brings us over to the Lowry Hill East neighborhood (very close to my next client).
You wonโt find this place right away when you search up coffee on maps, which is why itโs one of my favorites.
Coffetto Coffee. This hole in the wall shop used to be one of my main go toโs to study, get work done, or have a nice evening drink.
This shop is unique in the fact that it has old school arcade games, pinball, and even a ping pong table downstairs!
It is currently going through some renovations due to COVID-19, but expect the main seating area to be open again soon!
Todayโs Drinks: Vanilla Maple C.P. & Hammerhead๐๐ฆ
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Gooood Afternoon Coffee Addicts!
Weโve got a new face in North Loop today!๐ฐ
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THIS WEEKโS WINNER/LOCATION:
Theyโre formerly known as Bootstrap Coffee. Right off of Washington between 5th & 6th ave is @BackstoryCoffee ๐
Recommended by: @sxtatianna ๐ฃ๏ธ
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THE SCOOP:
โขEstablished 2014 whole selling beans.
โข2019 Brick & Mortar in St. Paul off Wabasha.
โขOctober 28th grand opening in north loop!
Todayโs space is absolutely gorgeous. Ambiance-wise imagine extremely high ceilings, repurposed wood with antiques to fill the spaces, a plant wall, & a vast majority of seating options all being complimented by natural sunlight.โ๏ธ
I had the pleasure of speaking with @kinseychristine (manager) today. The two locations compliment each other, a Ying to St. Paulโs Yang if you will.โช๏ธโซ๏ธ
This is definitely a sit & stay spot. Backstory roasts their own beans & receives them fresh from their original location fresh twice every week. They have chia pudding/parfaits, pastries, as well gluten free options. Lots of choices for you & your friends.๐ฝ๏ธ
Fun Fact: They have 3 seasonal drinks every season + 1 new rotating specialty every weekend until the end of the year๐ง๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ผโ๐ฌ
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FINAL THOUGHTS:
First impression was holy moly the line. On a typical day the wait is closer to 15 minutes or so. Regardless of the fact, the space is pleasant to be present at & there are many pieces for your to admire which makes the time pass by pretty quickly. Despite it being packed, the baristas still took the time to share their recommendations & how they were made. Delectable signatures, great service, & a solid foundation into Minneapolis as a new face.๐๐ผ
Todayโs Drinks: Spiced Bourbon Caramel Latte, Macchiato, Cortado, & 2x Angel Mint Matchas๐ฏโ๏ธ๐ต
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Goooood Morning Coffee Addicts,
I left yesterdayโs event with a smile on my face. I canโt express my gratitude for those who were able to swing by.๐๐๐ผ
Whether it was our first time chatting, us being complete goobers together, or some reminiscing of the good old days, it was an absolute pleasure to have been able to spend that time with you all. ๐ฃ๐ญ
I hope everyone was able to sample some of the delectable coffee and make some new friends!๐ค
Iโm still in awe that this was our FIRST event. This is just the start guys. The coffee only gets better & our community only grows bigger. Weโre only going up from hereโ.๐
A final thank you to the 16ozDays Coffee Fam, @vitalityroasting , & @bcwb_mn for all of the support on this collaboration. It has a gratifying experience and is definitely one for the books.โ๏ธ๐๐ผ
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*The Raffle*
Shoutout to those who ordered drinks, Vitalityโs new coffee bags, or subscribed to the 16ozDays Blog!๐
Winners for the raffle are tagged!โ->
Congrats everyone!๐๐
(@laurenpahl_ twice๐)
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Good afternoon Coffee Addicts,
Iโve just started a new career and have been trying my best to well... Do my best there. I apologize as Iโve realized it has taken some time away from 16ozDays.
But good news! I finished my case load a tad early today so you bet your boots I went to grab me some coffee. Black Coffee and Waffle bar down on Marshall in St. Paul is grannnnd. Takeout yes, but they are now also doing dine in!
I canโt tell you how many times Iโve been here on a Saturday or Sunday morning. Great place for curing hangovers and even better place if youโre a waffle fanatic!๐ป๐ฅ
Todayโs Drink: iced Cinnamon Mielโ๏ธ
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