Sabbath Coffee Roasters – A Review

There is a new, locally owned coffee shop in Downtown Clawson, Michigan. They opened in October across from White Wolf Patisserie. I relaxed my mind, filled my cup, took a sip, slowed life down, and celebrated all that is good today with the help of delicious specialty coffee.
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Our local independent coffee shops are an essential part of a community, not just a place where we go get to get a caffeine fix. Trevor and Miranda Graham, husband-and-wife, met over a cup of coffee in 2012. They quickly took their love for coffee to the next level by roasting and selling their own beans.

Despite our current pandemic, they have opened their own, must-visit shop with a coffee roaster imported from Turkey. Quality pastries are delivered to the shop day-to-day via Cannelle, a French Patisserie in Downtown Detroit, owned by Chef Matt Knio. Espresso drinks are made with local dairy from Guernsey’s of Northville.

The Graham’s center their independent business on incredible customer service and fresh coffee beans which are available by the bag and wholesale. The cozy 800-square-foot space gives off a very modern and sleek vibe. A smoothly designed walk-up window is also available during business hours for customers who want to stay outside and order. I went inside to order.​​

I decided to relax with a cup of their Ritual House Blend (a mix of Ethiopian and Guatemalan roast), with tasting notes of lemon, praline pecan, and berry jam. As of right now, they do not have spots to sit inside due to the pandemic, so I walked across the street and sipped my coffee inside Noble Fish, a sushi restaurant.

After my sushi and first cup of coffee, I was intrigued. So I decided to walk back to the shop for a second cup. This time I decided to have their Costa Rican, with tasting notes of grapefruit, sugar, and dark chocolate. I enjoyed this cup while browsing at Flipside Records in Downtown Clawson and finding a used Fleetwood Mac Rumours album in the dollar section. It was a good day. This shop has made it onto my “Best Coffee in Michigan” list.​

I typically enjoy sharing a cup of coffee with my wife, Sarah. When we are traveling together, we make a point of checking out the local coffee shops due to the friendly and relaxing atmospheres that they provide. However, this is not always possible because of our busy work schedules. I personally need coffee breaks throughout my day where I can sit back, rest, and reflect. Local coffee shops have become an important part of my life. A place where I can go besides home and work.​​

The coffee industry is having a positive impact on Michigan’s economy. We need to love and support our local shops and roasters. They need us now more than ever. Sadly, Southeast Michigan lost Fourth Dimension Coffee Company of Pontiac, which is near Clawson, due to the pandemic’s effect on small businesses. We need to help our local communities thrive and prevent other small businesses like our independently owned coffee shops from closing their doors permanently.

Thank you, Sabbath Coffee Roasters, for filling the void and providing me with the pause I needed within my day through a fantastic cup of coffee. I will bring our kids with me next time so they can enjoy a pastry while I try your other coffee roasts. Cheers.

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 • Contributor •
Mike Lerchenfeldt​

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Sabbath Coffee Roasters
24 E. 14 Mile Road, Clawson MI 48017
Phone: 309.722.2284
Website: sabbathcoffeeroasters.com

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