Ceremony Coffee Roasters - Roastery

The coffee here is delicious! Staff is kind and helpful. We also purchased some freshly roasted bags of coffee.

A trip to Ceremony’s roasting center will clearly display the great care that goes into their beans. From sourcing to testing, Ceremony offers excellent coffee that is smooth and delicious. I would always recommend a visit when visiting any of their locations.

Stopped by while waiting for my car at Toyota. Great vibe, chill atmosphere, good drinks. I almost never get coffee (practically never), but I got the Bird and Bees since it was a mix. This could turn me into a coffee drinker! The garage doors were open since it was nice out and it was just a lovely experience. Nice staff as well. 🙂

I've been to multiple ceremony locations and for the experience, the Riva location is better. At the Riva location ilthe baristas are more knowledgeable of the coffees and can give a better insight to the coffee as well as I feel like their coffee is slightly better too. With that said this place has outside seating and they occasionally will have 40% off beans (they are over 21 days old), which if you freeze until use is a great cheaper alternative.

I’m back and I have found an espresso that meets the quality, flavor and taste of Ashley’s in the OBX. Ceremony in Inner Harbor East in downtown Baltomore makes the cut. I haven’t posted in a while and I have had a lot off espresso in between. If you come here don’t miss it. The food is awesome as well.

If you love quality coffee, get to know Ceremony Coffee Roasters. From out of this original location, they've expanded into several shops in Maryland (Annapolis, Baltimore and Bethesda). Many other coffee shops in the D.C.-Baltimore area brew their beans. It's from this location that they roast all of their beans. My little family stopped in on a Sunday morning while on our way to Rehoboth Beach. The space is well designed with a large garage door that opens during warmer weather. There's indoor and outdoor seating. Their coffee menu is always on point with several seasonal drinks throughout the year. My wife ordered a decaf latte and I a vanilla latte. Both came out well balanced and creamy. They also sell a few pastries and packaged goods.

I really love their coffee and the Loring in back is gorgeous. I purchased the instant cups which are incredibly helpful for traveling. Side note: I was taking a logo/ equipment picture (I call them “top shots”) of the equipment and the person (not sure of pronouns) felt I was taking pictures of them. Equipment is gorgeous and I would never take random pictures of people. But if you are snapping shots, be sure they know it’s not including humans, or ask as it looks like it’s a very soft subject for them. Didn’t want to continue the conversation and clarify with the person as they were already on edge, so be clear at the start to not make anyone uncomfortable!

Craft coffee in its raw form. Well crafted coffee, artfully prepared. Proper shots. This location is Ceremony’s roasters, which is cool to see the process, and impressive due to the capacity they can squeeze into this small space. It’s a little bit tucked away and industrial-ish. Great service by a friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Ceremony's espresso! What a delight! Always top customer service and a friendly smile. This location has a garage door that opens to outside and shade covering. Perfect spot to read, meet up with a friend or just stop in for a delightful kick start to your day. Thank you Ceremony!!

Very cute coffee shop with unusual and delicious drinks. Indoor seating includes a long tall table and three small, 2/3 person tables. There are 3-4 additional tables outdoor and the area has a sail shade cover. Parking is plentiful. I had a Matcha Do About Nothing (gotta love the name!) made with house made basil cayenne syrup and it was absolutely delicious.

If you love quality coffee, get to know Ceremony Coffee Roasters. From out of this original location, they've expanded into several shops in Maryland (Annapolis, Baltimore and Bethesda). Many other coffee shops in the D.C.-Baltimore area brew their beans. It's from this location that they roast all of their beans. My little family stopped in on a Sunday morning while on our way to Rehoboth Beach. The space is well designed with a large garage door that opens during warmer weather. There's indoor and outdoor seating. Their coffee menu is always on point with several seasonal drinks throughout the year. My wife ordered a decaf latte and I a vanilla latte. Both came out well balanced and creamy. They also sell a few pastries and packaged goods.

Favorite coffee shop, they offer lots of workshops, their specialty coffee drinks are always delicious. They coffee shops are super cute and dog friendly. You can order green beans to roast ahead for pick up. An absolute local gem.

Came here for some coffee one morning a few weeks ago when I was in town with the bf and a friend. As the name would suggest, they are a coffee roaster, and it looks like their coffee is served throughout MD and it looks like you may even be able to find their products at specialty markets also. They have their owned cans of nitro cold brew, as well as bags of beans, merchandise, and of course, freshly brewed coffees. I decided to try one of their spring signature drinks: the Spring Fling. I also got a can of cold brew to go. The bf got an iced drink, and my friend got a matcha latte. I really liked the Spring Fling. It wasn't overly sweet and it tasted as flowery as you would expect, without it being soapy or too perfumey. My party enjoyed their selections as well. I tried their canned cold brew the next day, and it was pretty good as well. I suppose if you're a fan of their coffee, this location would probably be ideal if you wanted to pick up their freshest roasts and beans.

Cool spot, definitely worth the hype. They've cultivated a very hip vibe and the coffee is really good. No indoor dining right now (and no bathroom) but there's a lovely patio out front where you can enjoy your coffee and treats. There wasn't a ton of pastry selections when I went--only 3 options I think--but the blueberry muffin was really really good. It was bursting with blueberries. I also got a pour over which they brought out to me. It was very delicious. I was considering buying some of their nitro cans but I was worried they'd go bad if I left them unrefrigerated til my drive home. Next time I'll bring a cooler. One thing I found very cool was that this place backs up to a little dead end in a neighborhood. I had a nice stroll around it after finishing my coffee.

Best coffee Ive tasted and Im 50 Ive tried a lot. I drink black coffee for the flavor and aftertaste and this is superior coffee. Definitely getting more of this.

Ceremony Coffee Roasters is a small-batch coffee company that provides, single origin, blends, espresso, and decaf options. Nestled in a business/warehouse area, there are only a few spots to park your car. The cafe is small, providing a modest selection of baked goods and their menu of coffee and cold brew. I was interested in checking out their small-batch cold brew, which came in a can and is in a mini fridge by the entryway. I tried their Seasonal Cold Brew (single origin that had coffee notes of bing cherry, vanilla and being creamy) and their Nitro Cold Brew (a seasonal blend that had coffee notes of milk chocolate, a sugar cookie, and being creamy). I thought both of these were just okay - they were strong and could have complemented a sweet baked good well. I personally didn't taste the 'creamy' aspect of it. We also had a regular croissant to go, which was a little dried out and cold. Service was friendly, and the cafe itself is small and had limited seating. I'm glad I was able to check this place out, and I'd like to try out their hot beverages the next time. +small-batch coffee +avoid the baked items +friendly service +limited seating +limited parking in private lot

I didn't take a picture, but I had the oat milk, hibiscus, & jam drink and it was unique, well-balanced and thoughtful. They have a cool space and my husband enjoyed his coffee as well!

Now my favorite neighborhood coffee shop. I had driven here before not realizing that you can access it walking via McGuckian street or russell via car. They do have a couple spots for parking I'd you drive coming from russell ave, but I highly recommend walking. There's a lovely setup outside for sitting while you wait or to enjoy the weather when it's nice. They also have a menu posted on their window wall so you can decide what you want before entering. Pre COVID you can enter and order at the counter, but depending on the day they have a table right by the door for ordering so you're not entering all the way. This also prevents any waiting inside for the coffee. They have a shelf for contactless pickup and online orders as well as hand sanitizer. You are allowed the bring your dog in for ordering and the wait time is usually no more than 7 minutes. There are pastry and granola/hot oats options for food, but if you're going on a weekend I recommend ordering online for pickup. Home delivery is also an option when ordering at least $100 but it's a great alternative if you miss the coffee shop experience but want to quarantine. If you're in the neighborhood, take a stroll and get a cup of joe!

Great roasters on our visit to Annapolis over Thanksgiving 2021. It's dog friendly, which is a plus since we travel with 2 pint sized dachshunds and we absolutely left with two roasts - their holiday and one that had a great peach flavor... I don't remember the name because we drank it immediately on returning to Milwaukee. We go back every holiday and this is now on the must-do rotation when in Maryland.

Small spot for sure, since this location is primarily the roaster! But there were some cute decorative elements! I've never heard of a "shakarito" (might be spelled wrong- oops) so I thought I'd give it a shot! The coffee was very creamy, but the simple syrup taste was very strong. The one worker was so happy, helpful, and friendly! The other one working, not so much.

All I have to say is WOW!! I stumbled upon this little gem while ISO a Starbucks. Glad I found Ceremony first. The coffee is absolutely amazing and what I didn't realize is that this business is the same store front Ceremony in the Festival Riva strip mall. If you have the taste for a rich delicious "cup o' joe", I highly recommend Ceremony Roastery!

This is a lovely little place. The cappuccino was excellent. Their pastries are very tasty. We went back to grab another pastry. They are very nice and helpful.

After reading a few articles about Ceremony Coffee Roasters (yes, I'm that person who reads articles about coffee in her spare time), I knew I wanted to pay them a visit during my next trip to Annapolis. They are a small batch roastery where they sell their beans, espresso drinks, and treats. The roastery is modern industrial which is seen in their design and packaging. The coffee bags have a clean and simple design. You know exactly what you're getting when you buy one of their bags. Their coffee descriptions are fun and they describe their flavors like dessert. We both wanted cold coffee during our visit and chose the white shakeratos. It's a shaken latte and it's delicious. Just the right amount of sweetness. The coffee itself is delicious. Ceremony Coffee Roasters, you've got another fan. I can't wait to go back.

Ceremony coffee is one of the best local coffee roasters. I've stopped at their Annapolis location twice on day trips from DC. It's the perfect start to the morning. Get the seasonal lattes. They are a little on the pricey side but so worth it.

First time going was a few months ago and I've been back 3 times in a week it's so good. Great drink choices and very tasty beans. My go to is the Americano but I got a dark roast as well. Highly recommended if you are in the area.

This place is so beautiful on the inside! I got the Holy Basil Tea and my sister got the Matcha Lavender Lemonade. We both enjoyed our drinks and they were served quickly considering the tea had to be brewed before serving. The indoor seating is open but has been spread out to adhere to social distancing guidelines and the store does not accept cash at this time. The baristas were all very friendly and were patient as we made our decisions (which took a while since we were new). I would definitely recommend this stunning and unique establishment to anyone looking for a place to get coffee.

Went here twice while in town visiting family. Both times I bought the Black Shakarado with and extra shot and a touch of cream and a touch vanilla syrup. It was so, so good. The coffee is strong and had the perfect roasted flavor with almost a hint of chocolate aftertaste. It was the perfect pick me up each morning. They offer some snacks like trail mixes and breakfast items but I did not indulge in those. The service was friendly and they were clearly helpful in helping me choose what I wanted since I came back for more on day 2. This location also includes the roastery, which wasn't roasting at the time but was really neat to see and added a nice touch to the atmosphere. Will definitely be back when visiting family.

I was talking a walk on the spa creek path and happened upon this little roastery at just the right moment! My decaf almond latte was SO good! They were super friendly and I loved the atmosphere.

Good coffee, great atmosphere, and extremely friendly/knowledgeable baristas - definitely worth the trip to Ceremony Coffee Roasters if you're already in the Annapolis area. Not a great study spot as tables and chairs are limited here, but interesting space that's worth stopping into and exploring, if nothing else for a decent cup of joe.

This cute, hidden coffee joint screamed hipster to me - but in a very good way. It's hard to locate this little shop, but it's worth a visit! The roastery is available for viewing, kind of like a brewery or winery. It's cool to see where the magic (beans) happens! There are seasonal specialty drinks, and I'm a sucker for anything trendy and unique, so I had to go for the "Tokyo Spring" which is green tea-based. I'm weird and asked for a cat-like foam design, so I got a "cat paw." I'll let you decide what you think it looks like. Either way, it was really sweet for the barista to entertain my Instagram-fueled desire. The drink was delicious with some amazing flavors (rose!!), albeit a bit expensive, but hey - we do it for the 'gram, right?

I LOVE this place. I've been to Annapolis twice and both times he coffee exceeded my expectations.

If you want great coffee and friendly service, this is the shop to go. We were visiting from VA and stopped though. Well with it. Thank you.

Looks like this place was converted from an old garage bay, and I love the industrial feel of the place coupled with the big windows giving a ton of natural light. I got the nitro cold brew and they didn't bat an eye at me requesting to use my Keep Cup to keep it eco-friendly. If I weren't getting on a plane later, I would've definitely bought some of the nitro they sell by the can - it was really good and they have beautiful packaging. I set up shop in the corner and worked for a while, and the seats against the wall have outlets available for those needing a charge. There was soft music but it was quiet enough to get a lot done without distractions. Glad my buddy recommended this place to me, and I'll be back if work ever brings me to the Annapolis area.

This place is pretty good, it's a cute location and the outside is nice for the outdoor dining with covid: there is no indoor dining here. Their drink menu had seasonal favorites so I tried the matcha berry drink, and it was pretty good -- with a strong matcha taste. Also their overnight oats were good, not too sweet but perfect for a little healthy snack.

saw the beans in whole food and wanted to try the coffee in person! Barista recommended the Colombia el roble over ice and I gotta say, it's really good. Will definitely come back in the future! (Also there's in-person ordering but takeout only. Accepts card/chip/contactless, no cash.)

Cute vibe and delicious coffee! Stumbled upon it on a anniversary trip to Annapolis. Now I am able to find some beans at my local Whole Foods. Win!

As a frequent Ceremony visitor in Baltimore, I was excited to finally see their headquarters at the roastery! Tucked away off a side street, this barn-turned coffee roastery is certainly worth the trip to find it. With a huge open entryway, tall ceilings and indoor and outdoor seating, it is the perfect spot for coffee with friends or to knock out a few hours of work. The coffee, of course, is fantastic and you can't beat enjoying a cup while taking in the surroundings. Food options are limited, but you can always take a quick drive to Riva, the second Ceremony location in Annapolis, for their full menu!

One of the best pour overs I've had in a long time. Coffee was great, atmosphere was great, staff were wonderful.

While waiting for family to arrive on a day outing in Annapolis, the Tall Man and I searched for a good coffee shop in the area and Ceremony just kept coming up. This location is their main one, west of downtown Annapolis, with their roasting facilities in the back and a small but rustic-cool cafe area in the front. Definitely a very hipster vibe here, but the image is backed up by quality beans and drink. I was impressed by the inventiveness of their coffee drinks, serving up the basic espresso drinks along with several types of pourovers and coffee "cocktails" (no alcohol, but with a flavor punch regardless). Although I typically go for a latte or a chai, I was enticed by these specialty drinks and got the Lady Baltimore, the prettiest almond milk-based drink with floating meringues and a surprising citrus punch. The Tall Man thoroughly enjoyed his pourover, and the rest of the fam raved about the Springtime Mule and chai latte. Overall, this was a winning find in Annapolis. It's rather on the more expensive side for sure, even for third wave coffee shops, and there aren't a ton of seats for crouching over a laptop. But next time I'm in the area, Ceremony would still be on my list for sure.

Cool location and decor, friendly and fast service. The coffee is delicious and you can buy beans if you like. This is their main roasting site. The nitro cold brew in a can is over priced and not actually nitro, I won't buy that again. The cortado was excellent. It has a reasonable amount of seating and is quiet enough for studying, work, or a meeting. This is a local chain so check out the other locations as well. Pricing is on par with or slightly higher than Starbucks/Pete's, but it's worth it.

Coffee as good as any other coffee spot in Annapolis (I know that's not saying much), but a bit more expensive. Pastries are a big let down for me. Limited selection and what they do have is often stale. Same as the Riva Road location. This location has very limited seating and most of it is outside, so check the weather before you go if you plan on sitting down.

I'm not sure what's left to say that hasn't already been said but Ceremony truly has one of the greatest oat milk lattes in the coffee game. And the decaf americano is a freakin delight too. Made a pitstop on the way to quiet waters park and it couldn't have been a more perfect morning: the fall weather was crisp, the outdoor patio was quaint, and the drinks just tied it all together. I can't wait to come back!

Delicious seasonal Latte! Lavender Rosemary! Their lattes are always great. This one is soooo good!

Delicious cold brew! I purchased the can and on draft version and both had unique flavor profiles. The location is tucked away and has a decent amount of outdoor seating. Would visit again when in the area!

Came in for a afternoon cup of joe and some quiet time to work. Although it wasn't very quiet, the coffee and ambience was great! The entire space is well light with lots of seating and tables to work on. If you want to work on a paper, you might need headphones to drown out the surrounding noise but otherwise you could complete a lot of work like I did. I could see myself coming with some friends to grab some breakfast and have a little chat, it's got room and space for that. All in all, great coffee for a reasonable price in a cool place to hangout.

A little spot that can be impossible to find unless you walked in from the nearby neighborhood. These people are serious about their coffee. The atmosphere is industrial and the wall behind the small service area is covered with boards from an old tobacco drying shed. Very cool. Small space with some outdoor seating -dog friendly patio. The coffee is excellent and the staff are friendly. The banana bread is excellent.

Bottom Line: The best coffee I've ever had and its worth the wait. Admittedly, I am not a huge coffee drinker but I do enjoy a few cups a week and I enjoy trying good, locally roasted, coffee. I also like gourmet things that are off the beaten path so Ceremony Coffee Roasters gets a check mark there too. The industrial and minimal interior is charming and I like that the beans are roasted just a few feet away. Of course the real draw at Ceremony is the coffee. Even though I usually add milk and cream to my coffee, at Ceremony, the coffee is so good that its practically a sin to add much of anything to it. A cup of joe at Ceremony does require a little bit of patience because of the methods they use. For starters, they grind the beans to the proper particle size and then weigh them to ensure perfect proportions. Next, they heat filtered water to the accurate temperature, around 200 degrees Fahrenheit. Finally, the grinds are placed in a filter and the hot water is slowly poured over grinds. Perfect coffee slowly drips into a cup of deliciousness. As you can imagine, this process takes some time and if there are a herd of people in front of you, then extra patience will be required. But, if you enjoy coffee, and your taste buds sings for really good coffee, its totally worth the time and $5 price tag. Pass on the Mermaid and support this local business that is as special as a peaberry itself and is growing like coffee bushes in the subtropics! Ceremony now has four locations, including two in Annapolis. (The newest edition is in Festival at Riva.) Also, a new coffee shop is opening somewhere in Pasadena that will be offering Ceremony coffee.

I had the seasonal golden latte here on a Saturday morning. The latte was wonderful and they had oat milk!! The Riva location sometimes runs out. Not a lot of seating here but I was able to find a place. Love the quiet, woodsy environment here.

Minimalist space and divine coffee, oh man, oh man...I am excited!! Or maybe it's the caffeine kicking in. This place is quite reminiscent of my favorite coffee nooks in Central California. The selections are limited to retain the integrity of their best product--coffee. The space is beautiful, in its own industrial/minimalist kind of way. I liken the experience to going to an authentic Edo sushi place in Japan... Just let the chef give you the best of the best, the way it's intended to be served. Don't come here expecting to order a tepid latte with almond milk, four pumps of caramel, and light foam. You go to Starbucks for that. Highly, highly recommend Ceremony! This is a little cup of heaven that you don't want to miss!

Loved their matcha! Really cute shop and goodies to buy as well as coffee. Friendly staff and quality was great. Will def be going back!

I'm housesitting in Annapolis and found myself on the prowl for a coffee upgrade for the week. I popped over to Ceremony and found a welcoming space with attentive staff and excellent coffee! I had them grind up a pound of the recommended "Thesis" blend which hit the spot. A tad pricey but the quality + the experience is worth the delta!

As a committed localvore, I really want to love this place. Truth, though? They don't earn that love. First, the good. The coffee is delicious, the parking is never full, and the place, while tiny, is cute and there always seems to be at least one seating choice open. Now, the problems. There are no prices on the pre-packaged snacks, which are way over-priced and not so good. The staff is, as mentioned in other reviews, kinda snobby, but I was also add snobby about *weird* stuff. Like today I went by on my way back to work to grab an Americano and a couple of snacks and the dude who made my Americano held it out toward me like he was handing it to me, but when I lifted my hand to take it from him, he basically scoffed when he said he'd just put it down because it was hot. Huh?! Of course it's hot, and you have a sleeve on it, and if you weren't trying to hand it to me why did you hold it out like you were handing it to me? Weird. My two pre-packaged snacks and Americano cost me almost $17... and they're just not very tasty. The nuts are over-roasted and super dry and the protein bar is gooey and gross, no better than old school protein bars that have been improved upon immensely by other companies in recent years. I have choked down two small bites so far and am not sure I can stomach another. I may on rare occasion go by and get a coffee beverage from Ceremony, but I will be scoffing at their snacks like the baristas scoff at the customers, and will likely grab my coffee elsewhere, as well. Good coffee is important, but so is customer service.

Excellent coffee and such a lovely and wonderful staff! Great spot to have a bite to eat and catch up with a friend.

My dear Coffee Snobs, After going through a bag of their beans last year, I have been searching for the same level of complexity and fruity notes in every cup of Ethiopian since to no avail. I finally got a chance to get out to Annapolis for a day and found the perfectly tucked away roaster in the middle of what feels like nowhere. All the beans for purchase were roasted within 3-4 days, which I really appreciate. There is a nicely curated selection of coffee brewing contraptions available to add to your own collection (two Aeropresses are better than one--don't be selfish). If you want a snack, there is Mast chocolate and almond butter toast available to complement your pour-over. Lastly, they were playing Banks for the full effect of being in a safe haven of people with discerning taste. Basically, I spent too much money and am not even ashamed to admit it.

I simply ordered online and ordered the Antithesis and the De-caf. Honestly, I didn't care for either. The Antithesis is marked as a dark roast and imo, it definitely wasn't a dark roast. To me it had little body, little flavor and a touch bitter. I will express though, they were very professional and gave me brewing suggestions , which based on my experience in following them, didn't make a difference. They were very nice. One disappointment though, ( I understand they have a no return policy) they didn't even suggest sending a different blend to try and they wouldn't honor a partial refund. I get it. I'm not faulting them, I'm not being critical, I simply didn't enjoy their coffee.

In the Annapolis area, this is the top shop easily. Then there is another shop down the street in a strip mall and it also sells Ceremony Coffee. However, if you want awesome coffee you usually go to the roaster! The shop is small. There are about 4 very small tables for two people each, one larger table for four people. There might be outside seating but I wasn't paying attention because it was pouring rain when I visited. There is plenty of parking in a private lot and along the street. Many people stopped by on bikes while I was there, even in spite of the rain. The barista was incredibly friendly and got me a fresh roasted bag. The roaster wasn't operating when I was there. The shop is really large since it also houses the roasting facility and a training center lab. I actually didn't bother to look at the menu, but do note that they had about four varieties of pour overs and two of espresso. I got a latte to go (which i really dislike doing because I am not into paper cup taste) but I note that they have plenty of for-here mugs. In addition to having a variety of coffee beans for purchase, the shop also has plenty of swag. There are glasses, mugs, shirts, prep items, etc. They have everything you would want to make coffee. For me, I think Ceremony expresso could have a better blend, but it's a high end, nice roastery and my taste is not the be-all end-all taste for espresso. If you are a coffee tourist or in the area, this is a worthy stop over.

OH MY GOODNESS.... if you want some genuine coffee lover to make your coffee... you come to the right place. Everyone there know what they are talking about when it comes to coffee and tea... they roast their coffee and they even have a lab in the back where i am sure they held classes for people who are interested. The must try is the Nitro-Cold-Brew... it came out of a tap (like the beer tap) and when you taste it, it's so smooth, frothy, and not bitter... I don't know some of the coffee chain because of their bitterness, but here, i don't even need to put sugar in my cold brew or my latte... it's that yummy the price is a little "high" $4 for Latte, $5 for cold brew and hot chocolate... but you get what you pay for... This become my favorite coffee place! too bad we don't have one in where lived...

The summer special latte with citrus and basil was life changing. Always enjoy coffee from any ceremony location!