Most recently, I found a new place that’s won my heart, as I believe it may very well have the best coffee I’ve ever had. I know that I’m not alone when I say that too.

The store has its origins in Portland, Oregon, with a few locations throughout the city and some others in Seattle. The founder of the chain moved to New York, and that’s all to our benefit, as the first of a few planned branches has opened here.

I’ve tried both the iced house brew, as well as the regular coffee, and both are phenomenal. These are some of the best beans I’ve ever tasted, and they really give me quite the energy kick.

The pricing here is a pleasant surprise too. Most should be prepared to pay higher prices for higher grade coffee beans, but the difference is nothing more than a few cents at best. I’d say it’s well worth the price, as I’ll gladly pay for the quality.

I’ve read reviews online after trying Stumptown’s coffee to see if others feel the same way that I do. What I found was that many Seattle residents swear by the chain, calling it the best coffee that Seattle has to offer.

In a city like Seattle, there’s so much great coffee. That’s one of the city’s claims to fame. If avid coffee drinkers are claiming that this is the best around, I’d say that’s a pretty high quality endorsement right there.

Unless you live in New York, Portland, Seattle, or certain California cities, you may not be able to get to a Stumptown yet. While the chain may expand, for now, you may have to settle on trying it out whenever you end up in one of these cities.

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