Midwest
Ann Arbor
& Ypsilanti
MICHIGAN
The Ann Arbor area takes no sip for
granted. Microbreweries and distilleries
are dominating Ann Arbor’s nightlife,
while craft cocktails and wine bars grow
in popularity. Now, the most important
beverage of all, coffee, is viewed not
only as a caffeine-fix, but an opportunity to create something special, unique,
and delicious.
Let’s start with Mighty Good Coffee.
What began as an up and coming study
spot, has now evolved into a beloved
brand in the community. Mighty Good
has expanded to a total of three locations throughout Ann Arbor, and you
can find their products being used in
various restaurants and cafés (or at
home)! The beans are selected from
specific farms, roasted in small batches,
and packaged quickly to preserve freshness. Founders, David Myers and Jim
Levinsohn, say the deliciousness begins
with their relationships with farmers,
mills and importers. They believe coffee to be a means of togetherness and
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community building. Mighty Good’s
Sea Salt Cocoa Latte is a popular option mixing espresso, sea salt, and the
creamiest of chocolate milk from the
Michigan-based Calder’s Dairy.
Just outside of Ann Arbor is a small
and quaint city, Milan. Here, you will
find a close-knit community, expansive farmlands, and a downtown area
undergoing a revitalization. Milan Coffee Works has played a pivotal role in
Milan’s renaissance, giving students,
creatives, and entrepreneurs a place
to gather and discuss ideas. They
may be best known for their Bourbon
Barrel Aged Natural Sumatra, which
tastes as though your Irish cream has
already been added to your cup of joe!
Now let’s head over to Ypsilanti, a
vibrant city 4 miles east of Ann Arbor
that has an intense love for coffee.
Ypsilanti (or “Ypsi” as the locals call it)
is home to three artisanal cafés and
roasteries in the walkable downtown
Hyperion Coffee Co.
area. The Ugly Mug Café has been a
staple for students, locals, and visitors
for over a decade. The quirky artwork
throughout the café, and delicious
lattes make The Ugly Mug a mustsee in Ypsilanti. Hyperion Coffee Co.
primarily operates as a distributor of
hand-crafted coffee beans, but stop by
their café to sip on the most delicious
pour-overs you can imagine. Across the