FOLk Coffee

Best Food Business Finalist Sponsored by McCarthy Insurance Group:

FOLk Coffee

Jakub Pätoprstý, Owner of FOLk Specialty Coffee

Our small business began in October 2024, just outside Millstreet in the peaceful Drishane Beg area, about 2km on the road to Mallow. I purchased and converted a horsebox into a coffee trailer, laying the foundation for a space where locals and visitors could gather and enjoy good quality coffee in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. What started as a simple coffee trailer has become a heartfelt journey rooted in love, tradition, and community. Originally from Slovakia, I grew up watching my father bring my mother a cup of coffee in bed every morning—a small but powerful act of love. That memory stayed with me and sparked my own passion for coffee. Years later, I found myself doing the same for my partner, Barbara. She would always say my coffee could transport her to another place—and she truly knows her coffee!

Barbara believed in me from the start. Her encouragement gave me the confidence to follow my dream of creating a space where people could feel welcome, appreciated, and enjoy a truly special cup of coffee. That’s how our little trailer came to life.

Our coffee trailer isn’t just about serving drinks—it’s about creating a space where people feel welcome, heard, and appreciated. Every cup we serve is made with love and care, using traceable, specialty coffee sourced from producers who are as passionate about sustainability and community as we are. With every sip, we hope our customers can taste the journey— from the hills of Costa Rica where the beans are grown, to the quiet countryside of Millstreet where they’re brewed with heart.

Looking Ahead

In five years, we dream of opening our own coffee shop—a cosy, inviting space where people can relax, connect, and enjoy not just great coffee, but a warm and welcoming atmosphere. A place where every visitor feels at home.

This is just the beginning of our journey, and we’re so grateful to share it with you— one cup at a time.

“I believe we deserve an award because this journey, which began as a gesture of love, has brought so much joy to people’s lives, brought them together, and their continued support truly gives meaning to the name FOLk, which we discovered through our work here in Ireland.”

Facebook: FOLk Coffee

Instagram: folk.coffee.horsebox

Email: folkcoffeetrailer@gmail.com

Number: 0877436625