Marley Roberts, Barista at Coffee Bear
Michael Clarke, Barista at Taste Cafe
DURANGO BARISTAS
THE COFFEE SHOPS OF DURANGO ARE IN ABUNDANCE, AND THANKFULLY SO.
The town is home to a vast array of unique coffee shops, each bringing something different to the Durango community. The common theme is the beautiful “Wild West” setting that is historic downtown Durango. This ideal location could not be a better spot to cozy up to a cup of the highest-quality specialty coffee as you work to meet that deadline or simply sip on as you meander through downtown and the variety of charming shops. Each coffee shop takes what is beloved by so many (good coffee) and offers its unique twist to the experience. It’s impossible to go wrong when choosing between the different Durango shops. However, each one is unique and special, making the decision undoubtedly difficult. Why not try them all? Remember, there is no rule limiting anyone to just one favorite coffee spot.
TASTE COFFEE MICHAEL CLARKE 1101 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301 970-234-3841 • tastecoffeedurango.com
What is your favorite coffee drink? My go-to is a short drink called a long black. It is two ounces of our single-origin organic espresso and two ounces of hot water.
81301 BRICE, JULIA & MATT
What is your favorite snack to eat with your coffee? My favorite snack with coffee is one of our delicious, ooey-gooey house-made Belgian milk and dark chocolate-chip cookies. It is everything you want in a cookie.
What is your favorite coffee drink? Brice Ward: A proper cappuccino.
Do you like tea? Why or why not? I am British, born and raised, so my first love is a good strong cup of English breakfast tea. What is your favorite winter activity in Durango? My favorite activity is snowshoeing the mini trails near our house at Lemon Reservoir and cozying up with a dirty chocolate chai. 40 Durango Magazine Winter/Spring Winter/Spring
3101 Main Ave #1, Durango, CO 81301 970-385-1941 • durangoartisanfoods.com
What is your favorite snack to eat with your coffee? Julia Ion: A warm pumpkin muffin made by our very own baker Joie Gates. How many cups of coffee do you consume a day? Matt Steffens: Anywhere from zero to 10. What is your favorite season in Durango? 81301 staff: River season… obviously.
