MiddleState Coffee
Cafe · Baker ·
In-house roastery, chic design, artwork, espresso, waffles
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In-house roastery, chic design, artwork, espresso, waffles
"Black and white and green (in the form of plants) all over, this light, bright, industrial-chic Baker roastery supplies many a local cafe while welcoming its own customers with attitude-free service — the baristas can ably walk you through the offerings, be it a straight-up espresso or a Creamsicle latte. Bonus: Both it and its Highlands sibling double as bottle shops featuring natural wines." - Ruth Tobias, Eater Staff
"Black and white and green (in the form of plants) all over, this light, bright, industrial-chic Baker roastery supplies many a local cafe while welcoming its own customers with attitude-free service — the baristas can ably walk you through the offerings, be it a straight-up espresso or a Creamsicle latte. Bonus: Both it and its Highlands sibling double as bottle shops featuring natural wines." - Ruth Tobias, Eater Staff
"A local coffee roastery whose beans supply neighborhood coffee bars, contributing single-origin and specialty roasts that underpin many of the area’s standout espresso and cold-brew offerings." - Paul Albani-Burgio
"It’s all about the classics at this beloved roaster, no operating its own café space. Think cortados, cappuccinos, batch brews and espresso tonics. That’s to keep the focus squarely on the house roasts. As detailed tasting notes suggest, the Ethiopian Landspeed blend boasts flavors of “toffee, stone fruit, caramel, and apple candy,” for instance, while the single-varietal Moises Herrera from Honduras delivers hints of “marshmallow, pear, milk chocolate, and orange zest.” That said, the team makes its own syrups and ganache to give you the sugar rush you need when and if you need it." - Ruth Tobias
"Denver roaster Middle State just moved to the Santa Fe Arts District and is in the process of building out a fresh new retail shop, which should open by spring. For now, fans of the brand can swing by the roastery Monday through Wednesday “or whenever the front door is open” to buy whole beans to take home with them." - Rebecca Treon, Josie Sexton