Florin Coffee In Ohio Is Helping Coffee Drinkers Enjoy The Ritual Of Their Daily Caffeine Fix
By Sarah McCosham|Published October 26, 2021
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Coffee drinkers know: there’s nothing more magical than that first sip of java in the morning. Coffee is life for busy professionals, cramming students, and exhausted parents. But it’s more than just a hot, caffeinated beverage; coffee is an experience. From visiting your favorite neighborhood coffee shop to taking in the aromas and warmth of your steaming cuppa (don’t worry iced coffee drinkers: we see you, too!), coffee is an important and enjoyable part of the day for so many. And in the Buckeye State, Florin Coffee is proudly pouring Ohioans cup after cup of delicious, specialty coffee each day. This Ohio-owned-and-operated coffee shop is all about creating a warm and welcoming environment for its customers, making specialty coffee accessible and transparent, and sharing smiles and positive vibes — one cup of joe at a time.
Florin Coffee is on a mission to debunk the "snobby coffee shop" stereotype.
The duo launched Florin Coffee after the birth of their third child in 2017. "It was a labor of love and slowly but surely [we] gained momentum, enabling us to work full-time for ourselves," says Joelle. In late January 2020, the duo opened the doors to the current operation at 874 Oakland Park Avenue; and, in addition to the cafe space, all roasting, production, and distribution are done on-site, too.
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Their mission is simple: to provide the community with high-quality, delicious coffee.
"Specialty coffee has gotten too complicated and pretentious, and that leads to a lot of frustration. By keeping our offerings small and of the highest quality, customers can be certain the coffee they choose will be delicious," explains Joelle.
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Transparency is really important to the Hochstedlers, who use trusted importers and farmers with whom they've developed relationships over the years.
The couple has traversed the globe to ensure their coffee is fairly and sustainably sourced, and also of the highest quality. They've traveled to Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Thailand, and other countries to meet directly with farmers.
She explains: "Coffee producers, exporters, importers, roasters, production workers... we make sure each step of the supply chain is fair and transparent. So not only does our coffee taste good, it IS good!"
If you prefer enjoying your cuppa at home, Florin Coffee offers a rotating subscription wherein subscribers get to try new coffees first, and enjoy other perks like subscriber-only blends and free shipping.
Of course, it's not just coffee at Florin; the baked goods here are all amazing, with the same high-quality and wholesome ingredients as their coffee counterparts.
Every day, people go about the all-consuming business of living. Life is unpredictable and full of uncertainties. Your morning cup of coffee shouldn't be.
Florin is located in a working-class neighborhood in the heart of Ohio, and folks are constantly surprised by this specialty coffee shop. "I love hearing 'I can't believe there's a coffee shop like this in North Linden!'" says Joelle, who adds that they intentionally keep prices reasonable and treat people with respect and kindness -- no matter their coffee knowledge.
"What makes us stand out is our desire to help people enjoy the moments they set aside for coffee," explains Joelle. "Whether it's the early morning hours before the kids are up, or an afternoon pick-me-up between meetings, the coffee ritual signals a time to relax, reflect, and connect."
Florin Coffee is the Buckeye State in a nutshell: warm and welcoming, unpretentious and accessible, wholesome and honest. (And of course, the coffee is amazing, too!) The next time you need a cup of joe in Columbus, pay them a visit! And be sure to stay up-to-date on the latest news and seasonal flavors by following Florin Coffee on Facebook and Instagram.
Florin Coffee is one of many Ohio businesses doing great things in the state. If you have another Buckeye State business you’d like to see featured, please nominate them and tell us why! To stay in the know on all things Ohio, be sure to follow Only In Ohio on Facebook and Instagram, too.
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