Drinking around the world: Amazing local coffees in Huntsville

Huntsville has been expanding a lot in the last few years, and with the influx of people comes new culinary offerings and experiences.

If you’re looking for some new worldly coffee drinks or just want to try something new and delicious look no further, we’ve got you covered.

Café au lait- L’Etoile Patisserie

Doesn't get much better than coffee and a pastry. — The French know something about coffee and bread that we just don’t. (Christian Stanfield / Hville Blast)

L’Etoile Patisserie is a terrific French bakery located close to five points.

You’ll find delicious pastries and coffee drinks here including a French classic, Café au lait, which is similar to a latte but with equal parts steamed milk and espresso.

Stop in for a coffee and pastry and take a stroll through some of the shops next door like Holtz Leather or The Preservation Company.

Where: 1214 Meridian St N, Huntsville, AL 35801
When: Tue-Fri, 7 AM-3 PM | Sat, 7 AM-1 PM
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Ube Kape- Kape Tayo

DSC08500 scaled — The Ube Kapo tastes as good as it looks. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

Kape Tayo is a hidden gem in Huntsville.

Located inside University Pickers, Kape Tayo translates to “let’s have coffee” and specializes in Philipino, Thai and Vietnamise coffees.

Our pick is their most popular item the Ube Kape, which is made from Italian espresso, whole milk, half-and-half and ube–a sweet purple yam from the Philippines that has a nutty, vanilla taste and is often used in Filipino dessert recipes.

You can read more about Kape Tayo here.

Where: 3405 Triana Blvd SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
When: Wed-Sat, 10 AM-5:30 PM | Sun, 12-5 PM
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Miel Latte- Canadian Bakin

A bagel and coffee are the perfect breakfast in my opinion. (Christian Stanfield / Hville Blast)

Next is a trip to Canada. Well not quite but with a name like Canadian Bakin we think it counts.

Canadian Bakin is well known for their bagels and was recently named the best bagel shop in Alabama, but their coffee drinks are nothing to sneeze at.

We recommend the Miel Latte, a honey and cinnamon latte that will make you feel all warm and fuzzy.

Visit for some great carbs, great drinks and great vibes.

Where: 501 Church St NW Suite A, Huntsville, AL 35801
When: Wed-Fri, 7 AM-2 PM | Sat + Sun, 8AM-2 PM
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Imported Beans- The Kaffeeklatsch

You won’t find better beans than the Kaffekatsch’s. (Christian Stanfield / Hville Blast)

Huntsville’s premier coffee roaster is Kaffeeklatsch.

You’ll find beans imported from around the world and roasted right in the store.

Their beans are used throughout Huntsville at cafes and restaurants, and they’ve been roasting here since 1977.

We highly recommend trying them out if you want to up your morning coffee game, they’ll even grind the beans for you.

Where: 103 Jefferson St N, Huntsville, AL 35801
When: Tue-Thur, 9 AM-4 PM | Fri, 9 AM-7 PM | Sat, 10 AM- 3 PM
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Irish Coffee- The Poppy and Parliament

A hot Irish coffee is a perfect late-night pick-me-up. (Christian Stanfield / Hville Blast)

Our only alcoholic drink on the list comes from Huntsville’s own UK-style pub.

Well known for their great ambiance and amazing food (we recommend the fish and chips), Poppy and Parliament make a great Irish Coffee using premium coffee, hand-shaken cream and Jamison.

Upstairs you’ll find a premium butcher shop and import goods store, we recommend taking a look around and maybe trying out something new.

You can read all about The Poppy and Parliament in our deep dive here.