Cuvée Coffee
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Cuvée Coffee

Austin, Texas

Photo: Austin Werner

Austin's original third-wave roaster, and they still set the standard for nitro cold brew. The flagship bar on East Sixth is a clean, bright space where the baristas know their origins and will walk you through the menu without a hint of condescension. Serious coffee, approachable people.

Insider tip

Their nitro cold brew — Black & Blue — was one of the first canned nitro coffees in the country. It's still one of the best.

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