Rise Cafe's Official Ranking of the Worst Times to Spill Your Coffee

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Rise Cafe's Official Ranking of the Worst Times to Spill Your Coffee

Spoiler: Lap before a meeting = top-tier tragedy. Let’s face it: coffee spills happen. At Rise Cafe, we’ve seen it all—from the dramatic mid-air lid flip to the stealthy sleeve-soak that goes unnoticed until the caffeine has fully seeped into your soul (and your shirt). Some spills are minor inconveniences. Others? Full-blown lifestyle disruptions. In the spirit of community, caffeine, and shared suffering, we’ve officially ranked the worst times to spill your coffee—based on real (anonymous) stories from our customers and team.

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: JULY 2025

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: JULY 2025

Hey coffee crew, and welcome to our July Café Session! We’re officially kicking off the heart of summer—Fourth of July is right around the corner, Rockies season is in full swing (for better or worse), and while it’s definitely heating up out there, we’re not completely over it yet. The sunshine still feels good, the beer gardens are buzzing, and the occasional rainy afternoon has been doing us all a favor. Honestly, it’s the sweet spot of summer—the kind of weather where a cold brew hits just right, but you can still justify an iced cocktail at 2 p.m. because, well… what’s more American than day drinking in the sunshine?

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Espresso Yourself: How Different Brewing Methods Change the Flavor

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Espresso Yourself: How Different Brewing Methods Change the Flavor

Let’s face it—coffee is basically a personality trait in Denver. Whether you’re sipping at your desk at Enterprise Coworking, fueling up for a hike, or just trying to power through a week of sun-soaked meetings, your coffee ritual matters. But have you ever noticed that the same beans can taste totally different depending on how they’re brewed?

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: JUNE 2025

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: JUNE 2025

Welcome to the June Café Session, friends! We’re cruising through spring, and I’ve got to say—June has been pretty kind so far. The weather’s been warm but not unbearable (yet), and we’ve had some great afternoon storms rolling through. Honestly, is there anything better than falling asleep to the sound of rain and thunder after a long day?

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The Coffee Break Hall of Fame: Jobs That Rely Most on Caffeine

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The Coffee Break Hall of Fame: Jobs That Rely Most on Caffeine

A fun ranking of careers powered by coffee (and questionable sleep schedules)

Here at Rise Cafe Denver, we see all kinds of caffeine-fueled characters walk through our doors—half-awake, hyper-focused, and everything in between. So, we decided it’s time to give credit where it’s due and formally recognize the professions that keep the coffee industry thriving.

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: APRIL 2025

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: APRIL 2025

Hey coffee friends, and welcome to our April Café Session! Spring is finally settling in here in Denver, and it’s been just nice enough lately to actually enjoy your coffee outside without needing to carry a backup jacket. Fingers crossed we can make it a little longer without hail season showing up and wreaking havoc—so far, so good, but we all know Denver loves a good surprise storm.

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Do You Even Need Coffee? A (Completely Unscientific) Morning Test

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Do You Even Need Coffee? A (Completely Unscientific) Morning Test

Ah, morning. That magical time when birds chirp, the sun rises, and you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to conquer the day! Just kidding. If you’re anything like us at Rise Café Denver, your mornings probably involve groggy stumbles to the kitchen, a strong desire to stay wrapped in your blanket burrito, and an overwhelming need for coffee. But do you really need that first cup, or are you just drinking it out of habit? Take this completely unscientific, totally unverified morning test to find out just how badly you need that sweet, caffeinated nectar today.

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: MARCH 2025

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: MARCH 2025

Hey coffee friends, and welcome to our March Café Session! We’ve made it through another winter (mostly), and spring is officially right around the corner. Of course, in Denver, that means absolutely nothing. Will we get a glorious 80-degree patio day? A surprise blizzard? Hail, rain, and sun all within the same hour? Probably all of the above. Weather whiplash is just part of the deal this time of year.

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Coffee Conspiracies: The Wildest Myths and Legends About Coffee

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Coffee Conspiracies: The Wildest Myths and Legends About Coffee

Coffee has been fueling conversations, revolutions, and morning routines for centuries. But did you know it has also brewed its fair share of wild conspiracies? From old wives’ tales to internet-fueled theories, coffee has been at the center of some truly bizarre claims. Today, we’re spilling the beans on the strangest coffee-related conspiracies floating around.

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: FEBURARY 2025

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: FEBURARY 2025

Hey coffee friends, and welcome to our February Café Session! Somehow, we’ve already made it through the shortest (but somehow still exhausting) month of the year. Between the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, and the absolute chaos of the 4 Nations Face-Off, February really packed in the drama. Let’s be honest—most of us didn’t even know that tournament was happening until the final game, and then suddenly, everyone was a die-hard hockey fan. It got a lot of attention in the second-to-last matchup, but not just for what happened on the ice—wild times.

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If Coffee Beans Could Talk: A Frosty Morning Chat Between Brews

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If Coffee Beans Could Talk: A Frosty Morning Chat Between Brews

Winter mornings are tough, even for coffee beans. But just like us, they find warmth in camaraderie and a hot cup of… well, themselves. In this whimsical conversation, we imagine what coffee beans would talk about on a cold winter morning if they had a little too much caffeine and a lot of personality.

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: JANUARY 2025

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: JANUARY 2025

Hey coffee friends, and welcome to our January Café Session! We’ve officially made it through the first month of the year—congrats to us. January always feels like it’s about six years long, but here we are at the very end, freezing our way through a Denver winter. Seriously, it’s been cold. The kind of cold that makes you reconsider every life choice that led you to live somewhere where the air hurts your face. At least we’ve had plenty of coffee to keep us warm.

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Naughty or Nice? Your Coffee, Santa’s Judgment

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Naughty or Nice? Your Coffee, Santa’s Judgment

The holiday season is here, and with it comes the annual showdown between the Naughty List and the Nice List. But this year, we’re not talking about reindeer games or last-minute gift shopping – we’re talking about coffee. Here in Denver’s RiNo Arts District, where creativity flows as freely as espresso, your go-to holiday brew might just reveal whether you’re sipping sweetly into Santa’s good graces or indulging a bit too much to make the Nice List. Let’s break it down, shall we?

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: DECEMBER 2024

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CAFE SESSION WITH STEVE: DECEMBER 2024

Hello, coffee friends, and welcome to our December Café Session! Can you believe we’ve made it to the final stretch of the year? December always feels like a strange mix of chaos and calm. Everyone’s rushing to wrap up projects, but let’s be honest—most emails at this point end with, “Let’s circle back next year,” because nobody’s really working. It’s that awkward limbo where we’re pretending to be productive while secretly just thinking about holiday plans and cookies.

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Coffee Survival Guide: Navigating the Thanksgiving Table

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Coffee Survival Guide: Navigating the Thanksgiving Table

Thanksgiving: the ultimate marathon of food, family, and festivity. While the turkey takes center stage and the pumpkin pie promises a sweet ending, the real MVP of your Thanksgiving experience is coffee. It’s your loyal ally through awkward questions, culinary debates, and Uncle Jerry’s third retelling of his glory days. At Rise Cafe Denver, we believe every Thanksgiving scenario deserves its own brew. Here’s your caffeinated cheat sheet for navigating the table!

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