New Hampshire Coffee Lovers Will Want To Visit The Lakes Region For A Caffeinated Day Trip
By Ken MacGray|Published December 30, 2022
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Ken MacGray
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Hey! I'm a freelance writer and guidebook author. I've authored "New Hampshire's 52 With A View - A Hiker's Guide", serve as editor of Appalachian Mountain Club's "Southern New Hampshire Trail Guide", and and am co-editor of the "White Mountain Guide", also for AMC. I'm currently beginning work on the 6th Edition of AMC's Southern New Hampshire Trail Guide, which will be published in 2025. I live in southern New Hampshire and can usually be found wandering throughout the state's mountains and forests.
There’s no doubt about it. Coffee is an essential item to get through the day. It gets us going in the morning and keeps us going until the day is done. If you’re looking for alternatives to the usual coffee chains, here’s a caffeinated day trip in New Hampshire, specifically the Lakes Region that samples several of the area’s finest offerings (cofferings?).
This road trip visits six of the Lakes Region's tastiest spots for coffee. It covers 96 miles and should take a little over two hours. This leaves plenty of time to enjoy each stop.
Lucas Roasting Company is a "small-batch" roaster and offers a wide selection of gourmet coffees that have been sourced from locations worldwide. They work directly with coffee farmers to form a relationship whereby more profit is transferred back to the growers.
Wayfarer Coffee Roasters was the idea of co-founder Karen Bassett. She couldn't find the right coffee for her personal tastes, so she started roasting it herself. Together with her husband and friend, they opened the flagship location in 2015. They hope you'll like the coffee as much as they do.
Mello Moose Coffee House is an independently-owned cafe serving lattes, bubble tea, cold brew, and nitro, in addition to fresh hot coffee. Pair your favorite beverage with a delicious item from their food menu and you'll be good to go. Extra motivation is free of charge!
Gusto Italian Cafe is a place where you can transport yourself to Italy and feel like you are home. Owners Elena and Nick welcome you to experience their hospitality and fresh food. And the coffee and espresso selection isn't bad either!
Cafe Monte Alto is a family-owned business that has been making coffee for three generations, so they know their stuff. They are committed to producing coffee in a way that is sustainable for the environment and the growers that they work with.
Mad River Coffee Roasters sources only the finest beans they can find from around the world. Using fresh, small-roasted blends is sure to appeal to the coffee connoisseur. The cafe also features a lunch menu, bakery, and events.
Ready for this caffeinated day trip in New Hampshire? These six selections ought to keep you abuzz for a while! Are there others that we missed? Please share them in the comments!
