As a partner to independent coffee shops across 37 states and Guam, Crimson Cup’s 7 Steps to Success program provides comprehensive support, including barista and operations training, premium/sustainably sourced coffee,top-tier equipment selection and strategic marketing guidance. 

This month, the following coffee shops are celebrating their anniversaries:

Longstanding Success (8+ Years) 

 • Pelican Coffee House, Bucyrus, Ohio –24 years 

 • Coffee Chaos, Midland, Mich. –20 years 

 • The Hot Spot Coffeehouse, Johnstown, Ohio –19 years 

 • The Depot Coffee House, Urbana, Ohio –17 years 

 • Java Cyber, Columbus, Ohio –14 years 

 • Lorraine’s Coffee House, Garner, N.C. –10 years 

 • Thirsty Turtle, Odessa, Texas –9 years 

 • Elizabeth Perk Coffee House, Trenton, Mich. –9 years 

 • Moose Junction, Helena, Mont. –8 years 

 • The Coffee Shelf, Chapin, S.C. –8 years 

Growing Strong (3–7 Years) 

• Driftwood, Spring Lake, N.J. –7 years 

 • The Broken Mug, Columbus, Neb. –7 years 

 • Cobea, New City, N.Y. –5 years 

 • Lock No. 4 Coffee, Beverly, Ohio –3 years 

 • Millersport Coffee, Millersport, Ohio –3 years 

 • Sweet Aroma Coffeehouse & Bakery, Colchester, Conn. –3 years 

Rising Stars (1–2 Years) 

• Winston’s Coffee Bar, Columbus, Ohio –2 years 

• Dell’s Homemade Ice Creams #2, Powell, Ohio –1 year 

The 7 Steps program removes the guesswork from running a thriving coffee shop,"Ubert explained. “From location selection and business planning to staff training and marketing, we equip entrepreneurs with the tools they need to focus on what matters—delivering an exceptional customer experience.” 

Several shops are part of multi-store operations, demonstrating the program’s adaptability: 

• The Broken Mug, Columbus, Neb. 

• Dell’s Homemade Ice Creams #2, Powell, Ohio 

• Java Cyber Espresso Bar, Columbus, Ohio 

• Lock No. 4 Coffee, Beverly, Ohio 

• Millersport Coffee, Millersport, Ohio 

• Winston’s Coffee Bar, Columbus, Ohio