Sit & Sip at These Top Coffee Shops

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Double Shot photos by Kelly Brown/Elly Photography

at These Top Coffee Shops BY JULIE WEGNER WATSON

The average American drinks 3.1 cups of coffee each day.

That adds up – about 146 billion cups are consumed each year in the U.S. alone.

Drinking coffee may provide

health benefits, too.

Research suggests consuming moderate amounts of coffee may be linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, and depression. It may even help support weight management and brain health.

DoubleShot Coffee Co.

doubleshotcoffee.com 1633 S. Boulder Ave. • Tulsa A midtown Tulsa favorite for close to two decades, DoubleShot is a haven for coffee aficionados. Owner and roastmaster Brian Franklin travels the world for his beans, forging relationships with growers and roasting the results in his refurbished, vintage Spanish roaster. Franklin’s favorite beverage is an Americano made with Ambergris Espresso, “a blend of coffees that lend body and deep, earthy tones, as well as chocolate and fruit in the aroma.” DoubleShot is housed in a reconstructed barn, transplanted from a farm in Indiana. Grab local honey, pecans, beer, wine, or other treats from the small market inside the shop, or sit down with a slice of pumpkin bread or a muffin.

Laurannae Broken Arrow Rose District

lbcotulsa.com 112 W. Commercial St. • Broken Arrow

Pronounced “Laura-nay,” a combination of the names of sisters-in-law “Rannae” and “Laura,” who first started the business, the bakery and cafe in Broken Arrow’s trendy Rose District is one of three popular locations. The recently expanded space is warm, light, and welcoming. Although the drink menu offers plenty of tea, coffee, and other beverage options, Laurannae is known for its exquisitely crafted cakes. They can be purchased at the store or custom ordered. You can even learn the basics of cake decoration at one of the store’s workshops. Additional baked goods such as scones, muffins, cookies, and Danish pastries are also available for purchase.

EXTRA CAFFEINE HOT-SPOTS

Topeca Coffee Roasters topecacoffee.com 1. 2. Black Wall Street Liquid Lounge 3. bwsll.com Shades of Brown shadescoffee.com

Multiple locations in downtown Tulsa offer “Farm-to-Cafe” coffee from their family-owned farms in El Salvador. Located in the historic Greenwood neighborhood, Liquid Lounge serves coffee and creates community. Try a traditional coffee or a sweet and tasty frappe. This funky coffee shop in Brookside is a favorite of the arts crowd, showcasing products from local artisans along with a delicious choice of beverages.

gypsycoffeejenks.com 109 S. 7th St. • Jenks

The younger sister to the original located in Tulsa’s Arts District, Jenks’ Gypsy Coffee House can be found near the Oklahoma Aquarium. It offers a wide range of coffees, teas, baked goods, and more substantial fare, with plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. For a morning wake-up – try the brisk and sweet Café Cubano (espresso with raw sugar) served with a power bar (nut butter, oats, dried cranberries, and chocolate chips). When the weather is nice, relax on the patio after a run or ride. The café’s bohemian vibe and late hours make this a great evening spot, too. Check the schedule for special events like yoga and open mic nights.

Chimera Cafe

chimeratulsa.com 212 N. Main St. • Tulsa A restaurant in Tulsa’s Arts District specializing in vegan and vegetarian dishes, Chimera is popular for its variety of drinks, too. A rotating display of local art and a shared table in the middle of the room encourages community. The restaurant’s breakfast menu takes toast to the next level, and their freshly squeezed juice combos are heavenly. If you prefer your coffee following lunch, try a fresh salad or avocado BLT. Stop in for a latte or mixed drink during a First Friday Art Crawl. Chimera’s backroom doubles as an event space – everything from vinyl record swaps to live music performances.

Coffee House on Cherry Street chocstulsa.com

“CHOCS,” as the regulars call it, is in the heart of midtown’s Cherry Street. The café features delicious coffees, teas, and baked goods.

4. 5. All About Cha allaboutcha-cafe.com 6.

This chain that started in South Korea now has locations all over Oklahoma, including Broken Arrow. The menu offers an astounding variety of teas and coffees.

Wild Meadows Café wildmeadowstea.com

This café in east Broken Arrow boasts hundreds of teas, along with coffee, baked goods and more substantial meal items.