Crimson Cup Toasts 21 Independent Coffee Shops Brewing Long-term Success Across America

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Jul 17, 2025, 09:20 ET

COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea is celebrating the anniversaries of 21 independent coffee shops in 14 states this July. These locally owned businesses — each supported by the coffee roaster's 7 Steps to Success consulting program — are marking milestones from two to 22 years of brewing exceptional coffee and community.

Through its 7 Steps to Success consulting program, Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea has helped over 300 entrepreneurs in 37 states open their own independent coffee shops.

Lyric Coffee House in Clayton, New York, is celebrating 19 years of brewing award-winning coffee and building community in the heart of the 1000 Islands.

Fresh Start Cafe and Bakery in Delaware, Ohio, is celebrating its 9th anniversary.

Coffee Hound Junction in Bentonville, Ark., is marking 2 years in business.

The Orange Couch Coffee House in Eureka, Mo., is celebrating its 5th anniversary.

"Congratulations to this inspiring group of entrepreneurs," said Crimson Cup Founder and President Greg Ubert. "Their commitment, creativity and community focus are at the heart of what makes independent coffee shops so special. We're proud to support their journeys and celebrate their long-term success."

Crimson Cup's 7 Steps to Success program offers a proven roadmap for coffee entrepreneurs, covering every stage from business planning and training to opening day and ongoing operations.

Shops Mark Milestones from New York to Florida

The following independent coffee shops are celebrating anniversaries with Crimson Cup in July 2025:

Java Joint Drive-Thru in Trexlertown, Pa., is celebrating 22 years in business.
Lyric Coffee House in Clayton, N.Y., marks 19 years of service.
Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse in Lake Leelanau, Mich., celebrates 18 years.
Dawdy Haus Coffee in Springs, Pa., and Ground Zero in Myrtle Beach, S.C., each mark 11 years.
Kave Coffee Bar in Barberton, Ohio, also celebrates 11 years.
Kushala Sip Coffee House in Stoneham, Mass., marks 10 years.
Fresh Start Cafe & Bakery in Delaware, Ohio, celebrates 9 years.
Bird and Bean Coffee House in Dothan, Ala., and Coshocton Coffee Connection in Coshocton, Ohio, each mark 8 years.
Kora Brew House & Wine Bar in Bryan, Ohio, and Royal Moose Coffee Company in Middleburg, Fla., are celebrating 7 years.
The Well Coffee House – State Street in Boston, Mass., also celebrates 7 years.
Mountain View Country Market in Limestone, Tenn., marks 6 years.
Cups of Joy in Wilson, N.C., Higher Groundz Coffee and Tea in Maryland Heights, Mo., and The Orange Couch Coffee House in Eureka, Mo., are each celebrating 5 years.
Cold Creek Coffee Company in Castalia, Ohio, and Cornerstone Coffee NC in Norris City, Ill., mark 4 years.
Coffee Cravings in Yorktown, Ind., is celebrating 3 years.
Coffee Hound Junction in Bentonville, Ark., marks 2 years in business.

Cups of Joy, Kushala Sip Coffee House, and The Well Coffee House – State Street are part of multi-location operations. These and other multi-location brands reflect how Crimson Cup's 7 Steps model helps entrepreneurs expand their impact while staying rooted in quality and community.

Lyric Coffee House Marks 19 Years in New York's 1000 Islands

Lyric Coffee House in Clayton, New York, is celebrating 19 years of brewing award-winning coffee and building community in the heart of the 1000 Islands. Under longtime owner Kathy Danielson, the shop became a local favorite, known for its cozy red chairs, welcoming fireplace and seasonal specialty drinks. In 2023, the Lyric earned "Best Coffee in Clayton" honors from the 1000 Islands Clayton Chamber of Commerce based on voting by area residents.

Danielson launched the business in 2006 after working with Crimson Cup's 7 Steps to Success team. "They provided great training and setup from the start," she said, crediting the program's hands-on guidance and ongoing consulting as keys to her shop's growth.

"We've been part of countless life celebrations here. It's a space where people connect or find peace — and everything in between."

Proven Support for Independent Coffee Entrepreneurs

Crimson Cup's 7 Steps to Success program — developed by Ubert and outlined in his book Seven Steps to Success: A Common-sense Guide to Succeed in Specialty Coffee — equips new and established coffee shop owners with hands-on training, operational support and award-winning coffee.

To date, the company has helped launch more than 300 independent coffee shops in 37 states.

Start or Grow Your Coffee Dream

Entrepreneurs interested in opening or expanding a coffee shop can contact 7 Steps Sales Leader Scott Fullerton at [email protected] or call 888-800-9224 to learn more.

About Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea

Founded in 1991, Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea is a leader in the specialty coffee industry, recognized for award-winning quality and commitment to sustainability. The company's accolades include multiple Good Food Awards, the 2025 Golden Bean World Series Championship and Roast magazine's 2016 Macro Roaster of the Year.

Through its Friend2Farmer^® initiatives, Crimson Cup supports coffee-growing communities with sustainable, mutually beneficial partnerships. Its 7 Steps to Success program empowers entrepreneurs to open independent coffee shops by providing a detailed coffee shop business plan template, hands-on training, award-winning coffee and ongoing consulting.

Crimson Cup coffee is served in over 700 independent coffeehouses, grocers, universities, restaurants and food service locations across 37 states and Bangladesh. The company also operates its own Crimson Cup and CRIMSON coffeehouses in Ohio. To learn more, visit crimsoncup.com.

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