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Cutest Coffee Shops in Prescott, Arizona

Cutest Coffee Shops in Prescott, Arizona

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Cutest Coffee Shops in Prescott, Arizona Nestled in the heart of Arizona’s high country, Prescott has quietly become a haven for serious coffee lovers. Whether you’re chasing a perfectly pulled espresso, a decadent layered doughnut, or an inviting patio where you can...
Coolest Coffee Shops in Arizona to Check Out

Coolest Coffee Shops in Arizona to Check Out

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Cute Coffee Shops in Mesa, Arizona

Cute Coffee Shops in Mesa, Arizona

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10 Best Coffee Shops in Gilbert AZ (Cozy, Local & Worth the Drive)

10 Best Coffee Shops in Gilbert AZ (Cozy, Local & Worth the Drive)

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Best Coffee Shops in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Best Coffee Shops in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Coffee Shops in Payson to Check Out!

Coffee Shops in Payson to Check Out!

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Coffee Shops in Payson to Check Out! Coffee is the best, isn’t it? Even better, a LOCAL coffee shop while traveling. I just love the unique vibes, local stories, and decor. I have been visiting Payson, AZ to hike and camp for a decade and didn’t know these...
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do you have a favorite grand canyon viewpoint?! r do you have a favorite grand canyon viewpoint?!

right now i think yavapai point & powell point are my favorites ✨🏜️
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tips for seeing sunrise & sunset at the grand cany tips for seeing sunrise & sunset at the grand canyon 🏜️✨👇🏼 #ad

the grand canyon is beautiful at any time of day, but golden hour completely transforms the colors, shadows and layers of the canyon and is a MUST-SEE

this is not inclusive, but based on my visits over the last decade:

🌄 best sunrise spots:
• south kaibab trail
• mather point
• yavapai point

my favorite sunrise hike is the south kaibab trail to ooh aah point! it’s 0.9 miles down—but remember, you’ll have to hike that same steep stretch back up.

🌅 best sunset spots:
• shoshone point
• mather point
• powell point
• hopi point

for a quieter sunset adventure, walk the mostly flat one-mile trail to shoshone point.

a few things to know:

✨ arrive at least 30 minutes early to find your spot and enjoy the changing light
✨ stay after the sun disappears—the canyon often becomes even more colorful
✨ bring layers because temperatures drop quickly before sunrise and after sunset (except in the middle of summer hehe) 
✨ stay overnight in tusayan! being only about one mile from the park entrance makes those early mornings so much easier & a quick drive to your hotel is great after a long day!! 

📍tusayan, arizona has so much to do between sunrise and sunset including e-bike rentals you can take into the park, aerial, ground and guided tours, horseback riding and an IMAX feature to fill your day PLUS it’s the perfect place for a post-sunrise coffee & breakfast or a filling dinner after a day of adventure ☕️ @townoftusayanaz 

save this for your next trip to grand canyon national park 🤎

#exploretusayan #experiencegrandcanyon
coffee in the forest just hits better ☕️🌲 ive bee coffee in the forest just hits better ☕️🌲

ive been having fun trying out different coffee brewing methods & flavors to share with you, & here’s what i did recently (ad) 

☕️: brewed with a percolator which repeatedly cycles hot water up through the coffee grounds, creating a rich, strong brew

🧈: to add some sweetness, i made a one-pan browned butter syrup with @redbarncreameryofficial ! brown the butter, then add brown sugar, water, & vanilla 

🥛: warmed up & frothed for a great coffee texture 

i may not have realized before, but the butter you choose matters!!! red barn’s butter is made with 84% butterfat (made in the US) as opposed to the common 80%, which means it contains less water & has a richer flavor. my friends literally noticed the better taste! 🧈

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