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New Brew Gear from Fellow: Sleek Form, Classic Function
New Brew Gear from Fellow: Sleek Form, Classic Function
Higher Grounds is proud to announce that we will now be carrying top of the line coffee gear from Fellow. Our starting product range will include:  The “Raven” Stovetop Kettle ... Read more...
May Erlewine: the Artist behind Shine On Blend
May Erlewine: the Artist behind Shine On Blend
"My name is May Erlewine, and I'm a songwriter, performer, and producer. I use my music to serve the community." Read more...
Meet Em, the Artist behind our New Travel Mug
Meet Em, the Artist behind our New Travel Mug
"The intimate and intentional way in which Higher Grounds sources coffee and fosters relationships with the farmers is something I view as really special and unique." --artist Em Randall Read more...
Best At-Home Brewers for Holiday Gifting
Best At-Home Brewers for Holiday Gifting
There are many ways to prepare coffee. From elaborate science experiments to straightforward automatic brewers, the choices abound. But for every unique coffee lover out there, there is an ideal... Read more...
We're Good Food Award Finalists!
We're Good Food Award Finalists!
We are so excited to announce that two of our coffees, Carino Blend and a small lot from Honduran farmer Karla Portillo, have been recognized as finalists for the Good... Read more...
Partner Highlight: Northern Michigan for Veterans
Partner Highlight: Northern Michigan for Veterans
Northern Michigan for Veterans aims to ensure that northern Michigan fulfills its tradition of service and commitment to all veterans and their families.  Read more...
Farm to School: Local Food for School Lunches
Farm to School: Local Food for School Lunches
Help us reach our goal of donating $5K to our partner Groundwork’s Farm to School Program! Now through December 15, Higher Grounds will donate $5 for every 12oz bag purchased of... Read more...
Virtual Events in the World of Coffee
Virtual Events in the World of Coffee
Engaging with customers and staying relevant in the industry is not always easy. However, through virtual events, coffee shops can ramp up their brand awareness and drive long-term engagement. Read more...
How to Enjoy Our Bourbon Barrel Aged Coffee
How to Enjoy Our Bourbon Barrel Aged Coffee
We age our special Bourbon Barrel coffee in a classic bourbon barrel from our good friends at Iron Fish Distillery, then roast it to toasty perfection. And while it's an indulgent... Read more...
Staying Personal in the Face of COVID
Staying Personal in the Face of COVID
Although the pandemic has changed the global hospitality industry in a number of key ways, it’s still possible to engage with your customers and keep things personal. Read more...
Meet the Producer of the Best and Rarest Coffee We've Ever Had
Meet the Producer of the Best and Rarest Coffee We've Ever Had
When Peruvian coffee producer Jeinner Cubas Vasquez, the son of coffee producers and a member of the Sol&Cafe cooperative in Jaen, Peru, first heard about the gesha varietal of coffee, he knew... Read more...
The Coffee + Music Connection
The Coffee + Music Connection
There’s no doubt that coffee and music make for an excellent pairing. A song you love can enhance the ritual of brewing coffee in the morning, or add to the... Read more...