Coffee Time
August 1, 2026 - October 31, 2026
Starbucks Coffee Company is famous for its signature dark roasts and ubiquitous cafe footprint and is the world's largest multinational chain of coffeehouses, recognized for introducing global audiences to customized espresso drinks, cold brews, and seasonal refreshments. Founded in 1971 at Seattle's Pike Place Market, the brand serves millions of customers daily through its retail cafes and At-Home Coffee Products.
☕ Read a book set in Washington state or published in 1971 or where the author's initials can be found in STARBUCKS.
The Maverick's Homecoming - Christine Rimmer (Harlequin - Aug 2026) (author) - Aug 6
2. Nescafé
Nescafé is a globally renowned brand of instant coffee produced by the multinational corporation Nestlé. Introduced in Switzerland in 1938, the brand name combines "Nestlé" and "café". Today, it is one of the most widely consumed coffee brands in the world, ranging from classic instant granules to specialized espresso concentrates.
☕Read a book set in Switzerland or a character who drinks espresso (Give a partial sentence and page/loc #) or a book tagged classic.
3. Peet's Coffee
Peet's Coffee is a San Francisco Bay Area-based specialty coffee roaster and retailer owned by Keurig Dr Pepper. Founded in 1966 by Alfred Peet in Berkeley, California, Peet's introduced the United States to its darker-roasted Arabica coffee in blends including French roast and grades suitable for espresso drinks.
☕ Read a book set in California or with a character called Alfred or Pepper or where the first letter of the location can be found in KEURIG.
4. Lavazza
Lavazza is Italy's most popular coffee brand and a global leader in the coffee industry. Founded in Turin, Italy in 1895 by Luigi Lavazza, the family-owned company revolutionized coffee culture by inventing the concept of coffee blending combining beans from different regions to create balanced, predictable flavor profiles.
☕ Read a book set in Italy or with a family-owned business or with a word in the title that has a Z in it.
5. La Colombe
La Colombe Coffee Roasters is an American specialty coffee roaster and retailer headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1994 by Todd Carmichael and JP Iberti, the company is widely recognized as a pioneer of the "third-wave coffee" movement. In 2023, the brand was acquired by Chobani for $900 million. Popular Offerings Draft Lattes: La Colombe is famous for inventing the canned Draft Latte.
☕ Read a book published in 1994 or set in Pennsylvania or with the word latte in the text (Give a partial sentence and page/loc #).
6. Dunkin'
Dunkin' is an American chain specializing in coffee, espresso, and doughnuts. Founded by Bill Rosenberg in Quincy, Massachusetts, in 1950. Known long-term by its motto "America Runs on Dunkin'," the chain formally dropped "Donuts" from its name in 2019 to reflect its broader focus on beverages.
☕Read a book set in Massachusetts or with a character called Bill or Quincy or where a character goes for a run.
7. Café Bustelo
Café Bustelo is an iconic American coffee brand renowned for its bold, espresso-style dark roast coffee and vibrant yellow packaging. The brand was created by Gregorio Menendez Bustelo, a Spanish immigrant who traveled through many Latin American cities, including Havana, Cuba, before arriving in New York City. It is a cultural staple deeply rooted in Latin American traditions and immigrant communities.
☕ Read a book with a yellow cover or set in New York or where the author's initials can be found in HAVABA CUBA.
8. Kicking Horse Coffee
Kicking Horse Coffee is a highly popular Canadian coffee brand born in the Rocky Mountains, known for its bold flavor profiles and strict ethical standards. The company exclusively roasts 100% certified organic and Fairtrade Arabica beans, ensuring sustainable farming and premium, shade-grown quality. Whether you prefer pre-ground bags or grinding fresh whole beans, they offer distinct roasts engineered for different taste preferences
☕Read a book set in Canada or with a mountain on the cover, or where a character has a horse or goes horseback riding.
9. Blue Bottle Coffee
Blue Bottle Coffee is a global powerhouse in the third-wave coffee movement, celebrated for treating coffee as an artisanal craft rather than a commodity. Founded in 2002 by freelance clarinetist James Freeman in Oakland, California. It began as a single farmers' market cart with a vow to only sell beans within 48 hours of roasting.
☕Read a book published in 2002 or a book with a blue cover or a book that is third in a series.
10. Death Wish Coffee
Death Wish Coffee is widely marketed as the "world's strongest coffee," delivering an exceptionally high dosage of caffeine that is up to several times stronger than a standard cup of coffee. Founded in 2012 by Mike Brown in Saratoga Springs, New York, the brand relies on a highly caffeinated blend of USDA Organic and Fair Trade Certified Arabica and Robusta beans.
☕ Read a book where a character dies, or published in 2012 or with a brown cover.
Nescafé is a globally renowned brand of instant coffee produced by the multinational corporation Nestlé. Introduced in Switzerland in 1938, the brand name combines "Nestlé" and "café". Today, it is one of the most widely consumed coffee brands in the world, ranging from classic instant granules to specialized espresso concentrates.
☕Read a book set in Switzerland or a character who drinks espresso (Give a partial sentence and page/loc #) or a book tagged classic.
Peet's Coffee is a San Francisco Bay Area-based specialty coffee roaster and retailer owned by Keurig Dr Pepper. Founded in 1966 by Alfred Peet in Berkeley, California, Peet's introduced the United States to its darker-roasted Arabica coffee in blends including French roast and grades suitable for espresso drinks.
☕ Read a book set in California or with a character called Alfred or Pepper or where the first letter of the location can be found in KEURIG.
Lavazza is Italy's most popular coffee brand and a global leader in the coffee industry. Founded in Turin, Italy in 1895 by Luigi Lavazza, the family-owned company revolutionized coffee culture by inventing the concept of coffee blending combining beans from different regions to create balanced, predictable flavor profiles.
☕ Read a book set in Italy or with a family-owned business or with a word in the title that has a Z in it.
La Colombe Coffee Roasters is an American specialty coffee roaster and retailer headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1994 by Todd Carmichael and JP Iberti, the company is widely recognized as a pioneer of the "third-wave coffee" movement. In 2023, the brand was acquired by Chobani for $900 million. Popular Offerings Draft Lattes: La Colombe is famous for inventing the canned Draft Latte.
☕ Read a book published in 1994 or set in Pennsylvania or with the word latte in the text (Give a partial sentence and page/loc #).
Dunkin' is an American chain specializing in coffee, espresso, and doughnuts. Founded by Bill Rosenberg in Quincy, Massachusetts, in 1950. Known long-term by its motto "America Runs on Dunkin'," the chain formally dropped "Donuts" from its name in 2019 to reflect its broader focus on beverages.
☕Read a book set in Massachusetts or with a character called Bill or Quincy or where a character goes for a run.
Café Bustelo is an iconic American coffee brand renowned for its bold, espresso-style dark roast coffee and vibrant yellow packaging. The brand was created by Gregorio Menendez Bustelo, a Spanish immigrant who traveled through many Latin American cities, including Havana, Cuba, before arriving in New York City. It is a cultural staple deeply rooted in Latin American traditions and immigrant communities.
☕ Read a book with a yellow cover or set in New York or where the author's initials can be found in HAVABA CUBA.
Kicking Horse Coffee is a highly popular Canadian coffee brand born in the Rocky Mountains, known for its bold flavor profiles and strict ethical standards. The company exclusively roasts 100% certified organic and Fairtrade Arabica beans, ensuring sustainable farming and premium, shade-grown quality. Whether you prefer pre-ground bags or grinding fresh whole beans, they offer distinct roasts engineered for different taste preferences
☕Read a book set in Canada or with a mountain on the cover, or where a character has a horse or goes horseback riding.
Blue Bottle Coffee is a global powerhouse in the third-wave coffee movement, celebrated for treating coffee as an artisanal craft rather than a commodity. Founded in 2002 by freelance clarinetist James Freeman in Oakland, California. It began as a single farmers' market cart with a vow to only sell beans within 48 hours of roasting.
☕Read a book published in 2002 or a book with a blue cover or a book that is third in a series.
Death Wish Coffee is widely marketed as the "world's strongest coffee," delivering an exceptionally high dosage of caffeine that is up to several times stronger than a standard cup of coffee. Founded in 2012 by Mike Brown in Saratoga Springs, New York, the brand relies on a highly caffeinated blend of USDA Organic and Fair Trade Certified Arabica and Robusta beans.
☕ Read a book where a character dies, or published in 2012 or with a brown cover.
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