Our Story

I wasn’t always a fan of coffee. At first, it was just the necessary pick-me-up during long days at the office—usually stale and burnt. But that changed on weekends when I began visiting local coffee shops, experimenting with different brewing techniques, roasts, and origins. Each cup was a new lesson in flavor, an invitation to explore the world through coffee. Soon, I was hooked on discovering the rich profiles and stories each type of coffee had to offer.

Yet, there was something missing in these spaces. Coffee shops often felt exclusive, with their knowledge hidden behind the counter, and I rarely saw people who looked like me—an LGBTQ+ woman of color—in these spaces. It was impossible to ignore the gap between the diversity of the people growing, harvesting, and processing coffee and the people who owned and operated the shops. Most coffee growers are people of color, and women play vital roles in the process, but they are often left out of leadership positions and business ownership. That is what inspired me to establish Scary Good Coffee.

Whether you’re a coffee aficionado or someone just starting to explore new flavors, this is a place to learn, connect, and share. We’re committed to amplifying the voices and contributions of people who are often underrepresented in the industry, especially women and LGBTQ+ folks of color. Here, every cup matters, and so does every story.

Grab a cup of coffee, and let’s build something special together.

OUR MISSION 

Our mission is to provide exceptional coffee that’s accessible to everyone, while fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and connection. We celebrate diversity and amplify the voices of those often overlooked in the coffee industry—especially women and LGBTQ+ people of color.