Baristas Ice Cream Ready For Shelves

SEATTLE, Dec. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Baristas Coffee Company Inc. (OTCPK:BCCI) ("The Company") ("Baristas"), a fast growing U.S. based beverage and branded products company, has today announced the launch of "Baristas Coffee Creations" an indulgent collection of coffee ice cream. The first two products in the premium ice cream line include, classic "Caramel Cappuccino" and new specialty creation "Coconut Cafe Latte" initial manufacturing ran yesterday and is now ready for distribution.

"Caramel Cappuccino" a caramel swirled coffee ice cream enrobed in dark chocolate and "Coconut Cafe Latte" a coconut swirled coffee ice cream enrobed in dark chocolate, will both initially be available in a four pack box. These two ice cream bars will be the focus of the launch this year. The Company intends to develop additional flavors and forms of "Baristas Coffee Creations" that will be available following the launch of the first two flavors. Now that the product is completed and in the warehouse the distribution schedule is being finalized and we will provide details shortly regarding dates, quantities and locations. The product will initially be available in the New York metropolitan area and at select Baristas locations in Florida, Washington, Texas, and Arizona.

CEO Barry Henthorn commented;  "It has been very rewarding to participate in the process of creating a new premium product with the true professionals that took an idea and materialized it into a product that we are very proud of. I want to thank all of the members of the team and other third parties who have assisted in making the "Baristas Coffee Creations" product line a reality. Not only will this impact our bottom line from sales but the launching of this product will continue to pave the way for additional revenue streams on other projects as well."

About Baristas Coffee Company (BCCI): Headquartered in the Seattle, Washington area, Baristas Coffee Company, Inc. was formed to create a national brand of drive-thru espresso stands. BCCI is accomplishing this by acquiring established businesses that fit its model, opening new locations, and by franchising. Baristas has separated itself from the competition with its "theme" of joining attractive female baristas in entertaining costumes preparing the finest beverages available on the market. Baristas can currently be found in six greater Seattle area locations as well as in Arizona, Texas, Florida, and Montana. Your state, Coming Soon!

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Barry Henthorn  
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(206) 579-0222

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SOURCE Baristas Coffee Company, Inc.