Tucked into Huntington, Hill Tree Roastery operates as both a café and a working roastery, with coffee roasted on-site in small batches. The focus is on single-origin beans sourced from small farms, with an emphasis on transparency and bringing out the natural characteristics of each origin. You’re getting coffee that’s roasted on-site in small batches, which keeps flavors fresh and dialed in. The drink menu covers the expected espresso lineup (lattes, cortados, cappuccinos, pour-overs), but they also push into more creative territory with globally inspired drinks like spiced “Turkish Delight” coffee or dessert-style lattes built around flavors like honey cake or chocolate-hazelnut. I went for an iced mocha with all the whipped cream. The chocolate adds a rounded richness without overwhelming the coffee, while the ice keeps it crisp and refreshing. That soft cap of whipped cream melts slowly into the drink, adding a creamy, slightly airy contrast to the darker mocha below. Have you been? Grade: A

Cool Beans is a mobile coffee bar -- and so much more: teas, lemonade, and food like fried pies, funky spuds and biscuit bites. I ordered a cherry lemonade, which was flavorful, and it had these fun circular ice cubes. For a snack, I ordered the sweet corny niblets, which are like fried pieces of corn on the cob. With some southern spices & honey. This was tasty but stickyyy. Have you tried them? Grade: B

Mori Coffee Co. is a Belington-based coffee roastery that makes "coffee for the dead tired." I first saw this while in town and placed an order for "Experiment" through their Facebook.

“'EXPERIMENT” is a Medium-Dark Roast, and a perfect classic-tasting coffee for those who are just starting to step into the world of specialty coffee! I am SO proud to bring you this coffee, all the way from Zarcero, Costa Rica! A long journey to make it all the way into your cup!"

This is a perfect Drip Coffee, Pour-over, or even used as your new espresso! Giving tasting notes of Trail Mix, Chocolate Scone, and Homemade Cookies! (these notes are a guide to help you understand the undertones of the cup, and to help guide your tasting experience, not actual flavorings!) it has a beautiful clean cup, and a slightly acidic finish!

For this coffee, we recommend a 1:14 ratio! (14g of water per 1g of coffee.) that’s about 24 grams of coffee for a 340g cup of coffee.

WHERE IT COMES FROM: Nestled in the West Valley growing region of Zarcero, Costa Rica sits Maria Elena's Farm, "Finca Danto". Sitting ~1700 masl, Maria and Son Luis Salazar opened their micro-mill back in 2011, after many years of traveling and delivering their coffee cherry to other mills and co-ops. This coffee is a "first generation hybrid" between the Timor Hybrid and Ethiopian Rume Sudan, giving it decent resistance to disease, high-yielding crops, and a surprisingly complex flavor. This coffee is washed by a Descafe machine, and sun-dried in raised beds across from the farms wet mill

Portland Coffee is a coffee shop in Terra Alta, serving espresso drinks, drip coffee and tea, as well as baked goods, pepperoni rolls, and biscuits and gravy. The name “Portland” references Terra Alta’s original name in the late 1800s, tying the shop’s identity to the town’s early history. Its coffee is made from small-batch roasted, responsibly sourced beans, and the business donates 10% of its revenue to community and outreach organizations. I love collecting locally roasted coffees, so I picked up a bag of the 1863 to take home:

"1863 is Portland Coffee’s best blend yet! You get all the flavor of a light roast and rich color of a medium roast. This blend is comprised of beans from Nicaragua and Ethiopia and is so good that we had to name it 1863 to honor the great state of West Virginia. President Lincoln signed the bill admitting WV on March 26, 1863, and it was officially recognized as a state on June 20th of the same year. Representation of our state helped to ratify the US Constitutional amendment to legalize the emancipation of slaves." I ordered a Caramel Macchiato Latte, which is a "Luscious Latte made from a blend of creamy caramel sauce and of milk." It certainly has those lightly bitter notes of coffee, and the caramel could have been more prominent for me. This is a coffee-drinker's coffee. I did get a slice of banana bread with nuts, which satisfied my sweet tooth. This place has charm. Small town, locally roasted coffee and quality food -- a perfect community gathering space. Have you been? Grade: A

Rise + Restore Coffee Co. is a family-owned coffee shop in Mineral Wells that also offers dine in and drive-thru service. Drink options include lattes, refreshers, smoothies, teas and more. I ordered a peach sunrise refresher, which features peach, pomegranate and orange juice. This had a great mix of sweet with tangy tartness. For snacks, they offer several kinds of bagel sandwiches: chicken salad, egg salad or buffalo chicken on an original, everything or jalapeno bagel from Box Bagels. My buffalo chicken everything bagel checked all the satisfactory boxes - some punchy sauce or crumbles of blue cheese would have pushed this into "exceeds expectations" range for me. Grade: B

7 Brew is a new-to-West Virginia business focusing on drive-thru coffee. Beckley is home to the first location, and now Huntington has the most recent 7 Brew.

7 Brew specializes in a wide variety of drinks beyond just coffee — including espresso beverages, cold brew, smoothies, Italian sodas, energy drinks, teas, lemonades and shakes — all of which can be customized with many flavor options. My order: peach smoothie. Lightly sweet, almost floral, but clean and refreshing flavor.

Coffee With A Twist is a Christian-based coffee shop that features pretzels on Main Avenue.



They offer a variety of beverages, including lattes, mochas, chais, smoothies, dirty sodas and more.



Food options include pepperoni rolls, pretzels, hamwiches and more.



On my visit, I did a plain pretzel and a blondie to drink. Both serviceable. Decent flavor, but no extra *pop* to make it stand out.



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Grade: B

Durar Coffee offers authentic Yemeni coffee and tea, as well as traditional Yemeni pastries and treats in downtown Morgantown.



The name “Durar” translates roughly to “the pearl” (or “the essence”) in Arabic — reflecting the owner’s goal of offering the “jewel” or “essence” of Yemeni coffee culture to the community.



Alongside standard espresso-house drinks (americano, cappuccino, etc.), Durar offers traditional Yemeni brews and spiced drinks — like cardamom or saffron-infused coffee, “Sanani,” “Jubani,” “Qishr” (coffee husk tea), Yemeni black tea, pistachio lattes, and more.



They serve a mix of Western-style and Middle Eastern pastries and desserts — including their signature “honeycomb bread,” pistachio milk cake, and other items inspired by Arabic/Mediterranean and Western dessert traditions.



The vibe is cozy and welcoming; many reviewers highlight its warmth, inviting decor, and relaxing atmosphere — good for studying, casual meetups, or a quiet coffee break.



Durar Coffee delivers rich, aromatic Yemeni-inspired drinks that stand out for their warm spices, deep flavor, and authenticity.



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Grade: B

The Grind in Point Pleasant is a cozy café located on Main Street that serves as a popular gathering spot. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and friendly service, the shop offers a range of specialty coffees, pastries, and pepperoni rolls. The Grind's original location is actually in Ripley, and they expanded to Point Pleasant. At the time of this writing, though, unfortunately, it looks as though the Point Pleasant location may have shuttered. The drink & cookie I had were both quite tasty. Thw wildberry smoothie is vibrant purple and comes with whipped cream on top. It is is bright, fruity, and just sweet enough. You can really taste the mix of berries, and it’s blended smooth without being too icy. Simple & refreshing. The s'more sandwich cookie was solid, too, though some milk chocolate would have taken it up a notch in my book. Have you been? Grade: B

Otter Café, located upstairs inside Otter & Oak at 302 Second Avenue in downtown Hinton, West Virginia, is a cozy spot that pairs perfectly with the boutique outdoor and lifestyle shop below. Its warm, inviting space overlooks the historic streets of Hinton, offering a comfortable place for locals and visitors to relax with a drink after shopping or exploring the nearby New River Gorge area. The café serves a full range of coffee and tea drinks, including lattes, cold brew, frappes, smoothies, and seasonal specialties like flavored mochas and loaded teas. Their hand-picked selection of individual milk and dark chocolates, each with an assorted filling, adds a decadent touch to the menu. Sugar-free options are also available for those who prefer them. The café lists these treats separately (priced from about $1.49 to $4.99). I enjoyed a large peanut butter cup, which is like an artisanal Reese's Peanut Butter Cup. And for a drink, I went with a sea salt caramel toffee frappe. that is like all of my favorite flavors all in one syrup. Both of these were simple, but lovely. I think what sets this place apart is the ambience and space. Where else can you perch above a local business full of unique goods while enjoying a sweet treat? Not many, that's for sure. Plus, Hinton is a cute town with even more to explore after finishing up at this shop. Have you been? Grade: B