Coffee is believed to have originated in the highlands of Ethiopia in the 9th century and was first consumed as a beverage by the Oromo people. From Ethiopia, coffee spread to other neighboring countries in the horn of Africa, then to the Middle East, and eventually to Europe, where it became very popular in the 17th century. The Dutch introduced coffee to their colonies in the East Indies, and from there it spread to other parts of the world including South America and the Caribbean. Today, coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, with millions of people enjoying it daily.

Boulder, Colorado has a thriving coffee scene with a variety of coffee shops to choose from. Some of the most highly rated and popular options include:

  1. Ozo Coffee – specialty coffee roaster and cafe
  2. Boxcar Coffee Roasters – specialty coffee roaster and cafe
  3. Amante Coffee – coffee roaster and cafe chain
  4. Trident Booksellers & Cafe – independent bookstore and cafe
  5. The Laughing Goat – coffee shop and live music venue

These are just a few options, and there are many other great coffee shops in Boulder to check out. I recommend trying a few different places to find your favorite.