"This list is packed, but the ultra-charming botany vibes at 11th Hour Coffee need a shout-out — a particular favorite for pre-surfing energy — as does the first shop of the now-booming coffee company Verve. But the official pick goes to Cat and Cloud as it’s now synonymous with what Santa Cruz coffee can offer to the region and the country: a business that touts inclusive practices and well-sourced coffee." - Dianne de Guzman, Paolo Bicchieri, Garrick Ramirez