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North Carolina Coffee Roaster Is Going Nationwide With Popular Local Brand

Author Debbie Nance

I can’t start my day without a hot cup of coffee as seemingly tons of people do.  And now, a North Carolina coffee roaster is going nationwide with his popular local brand.  So, perhaps you are already acquainted with Magnolia Coffee.  The Charlotte,  North Carolina roaster’s brand appears on shelves of Whole Foods and other hot spots.

But, the 13 year old brand has a chance to go nationwide now thanks to help from a local entrepreneur.  According to AXIOS Charlotte, Magnolia Coffee’s founder Jay Gestwicki has backing from another Charlotte native.  And, Mac Lackey has a long history with investments in dozens of companies.

Magnolia Coffee’s Gestwicki points out that the micro coffee roaster business grows by leaps and bounds, especially since 2020.  He says, “When I started Magnolia in 2010, there were two other roasters in Charlotte, and right around 2020 I counted over 40 micro-roasters in the Charlotte metro area.

And, as Magnolia Coffee’s website mentions, “boutique specialty coffee is more than a beverage, it’s an art form.”  They’re serious about their brand, as is the case with most coffee lovers.  Plus, the brand also takes being socially conscious seriously, with respect for farmers and sustainability for the environment.  Their website explains how they give back to communities through fundraisers in schools and churches.  And, they partner with agencies to end hunger and homelessness.

Also, I found browsing their site that Magnolia Coffee is available in so many local Charlotte shops and restaurants.  So, with such love among the Queen City, it makes sense that the North Carolina coffee roaster is going nationwide with the popular local brand.

To see more on Magnolia Coffee’s history, the owner and the local entrepreneur helping to expand the brand, read the full article from AXIOS Charlotte.  And, visit Magnolia Coffee’s website to find them locally.

These Are The 10 Best Local Coffee Shops In Charlotte North Carolina

Coffee. We have to have it. In the morning, as an afternoon pick-me-up, or sometime in between. In all honesty, it doesn’t matter too much where it comes from. But some places do have better coffee than others. And while chains like Starbucks and Dunkin can be great (and convenient) trying local spots can offer something different. Want to try local coffee shops in Charlotte but don’t know where to start? Try these 10 shops which were named the 10 Best Local Coffee Shops In Charlotte by CoffeeAffection. And if anyone knows coffee it has to be them. Some are local chains with several stores and others are single locations. But all will have a quality brew.

Local spots like this can be much more enjoyable if you want to relax and enjoy the atmosphere. They also tend to have unique food items as well if you’re hungry for a quick bite. Perhaps you work from home and want to get out of the house for a while. If so this is for you. This list was compiled by CoffeeAffection’s writer Ed Malaker who is a self-proclaimed coffee expert. You have to be if you work at a publication called CoffeeAddiction. Check out what he says are the 10 best coffee shops in Charlotte below, and next time you head out for some caffeine consider stopping by one of them.

Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.

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