Higher Grounds Trading Co.

Very tasty coffee, I like cappuccino & cortado, I advise!

One of my favorite coffee outposts! An excellent variety of beans from microlots all over, especially fond of anything in the Apex Series.

I get several bags a month shipped to my house since they don't distribute in my neck of the woods, but always stop by when visiting Traverse City; very glad they're focused on social and environmental issues, it's plenty easy to borrow a ceramic mug (or bring your thermos!) and take a stroll through the woods.

A little hard to find, but BOY does the coffee make up for it. Finely crafted, feels like Mozart in your mouth. Such artful coffee. And since I am allergic to highly acidic coffee, this was the perfect place! Things like starbucks act up my allergies, and I have to stick to companies that are local. I wish I lived in this coffee shop.
Not only does it smell so good when walking in, the people are amazing. The overall feeling of the shop is wonderful. Plus, you get to see where they package their coffee as well.
Definitely visit here again.

My husband and i visited last year and had a good experience. We were there yesterday about 2:00 pm and it was NOT a good experience. The Americano tasted cheap - not like most I have had. I asked for a spoon because the cobtainer was empty. He said 'just a minute'. When customers were served he still did not fill it and I sensed he was doing it on purpose. He did not thank me for the good tip. I spent over $50 on coffee and supported their causes by buying the Harvest blend but will not go back. They lost a good customer yesterday!

Cappuccino was wonderful! They have a wide selection of beans and the baristas were helpful in selecting some to take home! They also have a nice outdoor patio.

I buy the Higher Grounds Espresso beans...there is nothing like them. They smell and taste better than anyone else's. Purchased on the website on a Wednesday and got nearly 4 pounds of beans by Friday. I have been to the shop in Traverse City and its worth the visit. I don't like to start my day without my Higher Grounds beans!

Love the fresh taste of naturally brewed coffee! I actually got hot chocolate there and it was really good. I love the fact that they give you a already used coffee mug that someone donated to them rather than an actually cup. If your a coffee fanatic I recommend this place for you!

We used to love going here every year when we come to TC...but after today we are officially done buying there coffee. Guy was rude and wouldn't take cash. Lost an 80 dollar sale. Also demanded we have a mask on "outside" if not sitting. I'm sorry, we won't be a part of your herd. Our choice. Not yours.

Cold brew coffee was excellent.

Higher Grounds cafe is a great spot to stop in for a brew or bring your to-go thermos. Incredible coffee, every ingredient is quality. Pumpkin Pie Latte? It'll have pumpkin puree, not a flavor syrup. I appreciate that, especially when I know I'm going to be spending some cash regardless of what shop I go to. Plus I know there are good people behind it that treat their workers/farmers fairly - thats the way it should be.