From gallery-style displays to lifestyle-inspired spaces, many stores and cafes are putting greater thought into modern coffee merchandising.
One approach that several brands have opted for is minimalist, gallery-style displays. Particularly popular among millennials, these scaled-back retail displays allow each product to speak for itself. One excellent example of this approach is the Ölmühle an der Havel store in Berlin, which displays curated products such as tea and coffee in a showroom-style space.
However, the minimalist approach is not the only way that brands are reconceptualizing modern coffee merchandising. Another popular approach is to combine coffee with other lifestyle products such as dishware, art and even clothing. Some examples of this approach include Jane Motorcycles, which sells coffee alongside motorcycle gear and Neat Café, which pairs organic coffee with lululemon yoga pants.
25 Examples of Innovative Coffee Merchandising
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Fashion-Forward Coffee Shops
Los Angeles' 'Alfred Coffee' Boasts Instagram-Friendly Decor
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Sustainable Coffee Carts
'Nespresso on Wheels' Shares Nespresso Coffee Pods' Recycling Efforts
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Minimalist Juxtaposed Cafes
This Coffee Shop Combines Timber & Concrete for a Raw Interior Design
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Translucent Coffee Kiosks
PUDDLE Created a Unique Booth for the International Modern Arts Festival
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Experiential Coffee Boutiques
Nespresso's Flagship Coffee Store Encourages Tasting and Discovery
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Yoga Store Coffee Bars
The Neat Café is Located Inside lululemon’s European Flagship Store
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Playful Coffee Bars
Café August Marries a Vibrant Brand Identity with Quirky Decor Accents
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Moss-Covered Espresso Bars
Sydney's Elevation Cafe is a Charming Coffee Experience
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Stadium-Style Cafes
This New Starbucks Location in Las Vegas Features Communal Seating
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Kiwi-Style Coffee Shops
New York's 'Happy Bones' Serves Up New Zealand-Style Flat Whites
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Boutique-Inspired Coffee Cafes
Bibelot in South Melbourne Provides Artisanal Treats and More
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Lab-Like Coffee Shops
Shot Cafe by Wilson Holloway Has a Scientific Look to Denote Healthiness
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Influencer-Approved Cafe Popups
Nespresso's 'Creatista' Popup Boasts Instagrammable Elements
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Modern Retail Rebrands
Square One Design Adapted Johnny's Markets with Simplified Displays
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Aluminum Cafe Pop-Ups
The Hands & Heart Cafe is Located Inside Bangkok's Freitag Pop-Up
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Weekend-Inspired Coffeeshops
This Enchanting New Cafe Resides in Amsterdam's Jordaan District
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Greenhouse-Inspired Coffeeshops
Coffee Ground is an Artisan Cafe Concept in Endsleigh, UK
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Transitory Artisan Coffee Bars
The Blue Bottle Coffee Shinjuku Was Designed by Schemata Architects
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Repurposed Minimalist Cafes
These Architects Take This Old Workshop and Turn It into a Cafe
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Earthy Corner Deli Shops
This Charming Greek Deli Boasts Modern Marble Windows
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Artisan Coffee Capsule Kiosks
Colonna Coffee's Popup Boasts Specialty Drinks and Tonal Branding
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Color-Coded Coffee Merchandising
Madcap Coffee's Displays Spotlight Polychromatic Packaging
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Focused Culinary Showrooms
This Cooking Oils Shop in Berlin Kreuzberg Emphasizes Quality
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Southern Cold Brew Carts
Grady's Cold Brew Brings the Taste of New Orleans to Brooklyn
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Motorcycle Shop Coffee Bars
'Jane Motorcycles' Sells Parlor Coffee Alongside Bikes and Gear
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Open-Concept Coffee Shops
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Fashion-Forward Coffee Shops
Los Angeles' 'Alfred Coffee' Boasts Instagram-Friendly Decor
Single-Origin Coffee Shops
This 'Craftworks Coffee' Cafe Was Opened by a Former Engineer
Accessible Grocery Store Layouts
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Sustainable Coffee Carts
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Hybrid Cannabis Lifestyle Brands
Toronto's Tokyo Smoke Combines Cannabis, Coffee and Fashion
Experimental Grocery Concepts
This Amsterdam Supermarket Launches the Brand's New Concept
Gourmet Convenience Retailers
Irish Convenience Store Has a New Food-Centric Retail Concept
Hybrid Bike Shop Cafes
'The Wheelhouse' is a Bike Shop That Doubles as a Coffee Bar
Timber-Clad Coffee Shops
The New 'Connel Coffee' Shop Features Flooring That Runs Up the Counters
Interactive Coffee Bars
This Starbucks Coffee Bar Sparks Conversation About Coffee
Experimental Coffee Shops
This Cafe Offers Unusual Coffee Drinks Made from Premium Beans
Yoga Store Coffee Bars
The Neat Café is Located Inside lululemon’s European Flagship Store
Coffee Shop Espresso Pods
This Coffee Chain is Rolling Out a Line of Nespresso-Compatible Pods
Australian-Style Coffee Shops
Las Vegas' 'PublicUs' Brings Australia's Communal Cafes to the US
Wall-Integrated Cafe Seating
The Walls of This Cafe Fold Up to Create Outdoor Tables
Plant-Based Concept Cafes
This Jamba Juice Bar Cafe Introduces a Healthy New Test Menu
Customer-Focused Grocery Concepts
This Sofia Grocery Store Boasts an Elaborate Wine Department
Showroom Office Spaces
Kolon Sport's Office Features an Interactive Showroom
Charming Rustic Patisseries
This Perth Bakery Features a Rustic Design and Quality Menu
Sprawling Italian Food Markets
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Cold Pressed Juice Packs
Juicero's Smart Kitchen Appliances Include a Keurig-Like Juicer Device
Airy Mountain-Inspired Tea Shops
Sweetea's is a New Tea Cafe Concept at a Manila Shopping Center
Minimalist Student-Friendly Cafés
PARAS Café Has an Expansive Space That Facilitates Productivity
Zero Waste Cafes
'Silo' is a Brighton Cafe That Uses Package-Free Produce and Beans
Open-Source Cafe Cycles
The Wheelys 5 Bicycle Cafe Allows For Customizable Designs
Farmhouse-Inspired Cafes
This New Starbucks Location in Bangkok is Modern Yet Rustically Inspired
Whiskey-Branded Coffee
Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey Coffee Blends Coffee with Whiskey's Taste
Authentic Mexico City Cafes
Mexico City's Cafe Avellaneda Has a Small-Batch Roasting Method
Eataly-Style Coffee Centers
The New Starbucks Coffee Center Will Be Similar to a Fancy Food Hall
Timber-Clad Bakery Ceilings
This Beijing Bakery is Inspired by Traditional Taiwanese Bread
Airport Coffee Bars
The Sydney Airport is Now Home to a Joe & the Juice Cafe
In-Store Yoga Lofts
The Attic at Lululemon Combines the Brand's Products with Yoga Classes
Stadium-Style Cafes
This New Starbucks Location in Las Vegas Features Communal Seating
Grocery Store Coffee Kiosks
This Publix Supermarket Now Boasts a Starbucks Kiosk
Lab-Like Coffee Shops
Shot Cafe by Wilson Holloway Has a Scientific Look to Denote Healthiness
Influencer-Approved Cafe Popups
Nespresso's 'Creatista' Popup Boasts Instagrammable Elements
Swirling Cafe Designs
The LOT 1 Cafe & Restaurant's Architecture Resembles a "Coffee Swirl"
Mirrored Cafe Facades
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Upscale Packaged Coffee Branding
The Father Coffee Packaging is Color-Coded for Convenience
Luxury Car Brand Cafes
The Cadillac House Combines Artisan Coffee with Luxury Vehicles
Banana Milk Cafes
This Korean Dairy Company is Bringing Its Yellow Cafe Flagship to Seoul
Craft Coffee Vending Machines
Second Cup's Barista-to-Go Concept Allows for Self-Serve Orders
Industrial Warehouse Coffee Shops
This Cobuke Coffee Location is Situated in an Old Warehouse
Collaborative Coffee Bars
The Barn Created an In-Store Coffee Bar with Uniqlo
Bluetooth-Enabled Coffee Makers
The Nespresso Prodigio Makes the Perfect Espresso via Bluetooth
Superfood Baking Mixes
ALOHA's Superfood Banana Donuts are a Healthy Treat That Tastes Homemade
Transformative Tea Bars
Toronto's 'Plentea' Has Tea Sommeliers on Staff to Craft Custom Beverages
Chocolate-Like Tea Packaging
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Car Dealership Cafes
This Volvo Korea Pop-Up Makes Car Shopping More Experiential
Traditional Israeli Bakery Branches
This Rishon LeZion Cafe Reveals the Chain's New Concept
Portable Espresso Shot Makers
The 'STARESSO' Manual Coffee Maker Brews Hot or Cold Coffee
Transitory Artisan Coffee Bars
The Blue Bottle Coffee Shinjuku Was Designed by Schemata Architects
Eco-Friendly Coffee Capsules
The 'WayCap' Nespresso Capsule is Reusable and Customizable
Ancient Grain Breakfast Bars
KIND's Breakfast Snacks are Loaded with Superfoods and Whole Grains
Locally Sourced Coffee Bars
London's 'Sourced Market' Sells Products Created by Local Artisans
Curated Lifestyle Retail
The 1LDK Terrace Store in Sapporo Features Curated Brand Designs
Urban Factory Cafes
The Mango Tree Eatery Offers a Utilitarian and Open-Concept Dining Experience
Sterile Espresso Bars
This Coffee Shop Interior Embodies an Industrial Design Style
Branded GIF-Generating Platforms
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Minimalist Shared Retail Spaces
The Little Dröm Store and Kki Sweets Share a Shop in Singapore
Eclectic Hostel Experiences
The Generator Hostel Amsterdam Exudes an Ultramodern Aesthetic
Creativity-Boosting Cafes
The 'Moleskine Cafe' is a Multipurpose Hub in Downtown Milan
Meticulous Produce Displays
This Grocery Store Was Designed to Feel Like an Outdoor Market
Slow-Drip Coffee Shops
'Minedrip' Turns Every Customer into a Barista with Self-Serve Coffee
Ambient Wellness Events
Starbucks and Philips Hosted the Energy Up Cafe in the Netherlands
Buffet-Style Frozen Food Stores
This Store Exclusively Sells Frozen Foods for Convenient Cooking
Road Trip Coffee Kits
The Blue Bottle x Timbuk2 Sabbatical Travel Kit Has Everything
Artisan Coffee Capsule Kiosks
Colonna Coffee's Popup Boasts Specialty Drinks and Tonal Branding
Temporary Valentine's Day Menus
This Chain is Offering Limited-Edition Valentine's Day Beverages
Sprawling Korean Dining Concepts
This Marketplace Gives Consumers a Place to Shop, Eat and Learn
Driver-Rewarding Coffee Apps
This App Lets Drivers Win Coffee Coupons For Avoiding Their Phones
Pixelated Everyday Objects
Toshiya Masuda Recreates Recognizable Articles out of LEGO Pieces
Bite-Sized Canned Coffee
Blue Bottle Coffee is Making Their Product Portable With Coffee Cans
Premium Siphon-Brewed Coffees
The Reserve Coffee Bar is a Luxury Version of Starbucks
Cappuccino-Perfecting Frothers
The 'Fika' Electric Milk Frother Streamlines Custom Coffee Creation
Far-Reaching Meal Deliveries
'Sun Basket' Delivers Organic Ingredients to 98 Percent of the US
Indulgent Coffee Sets
The Coffee and Chocolate in This Boxed Set Share Origins from Guatemala
Sky-High Restaurant Dishes
Outback Steakhouse's Menu Features Three New Towering Dishes
Nitrogen-Infused Coffee Packaging
The New Nitro Slim Can Features a Nitrogen-Filled Widget
Culturally Inspired Flagship Stores
The New TOMS Flagship Features Elements of Greek Culture
Spicy Caramel Chocolates
Montezuma's Chocolate Balls are Enriched with Chilli and Peppercorns
Warming Winter Lattes
The Latest Additions to the Starbucks Menu are Perfect for Cold Winter Days
Meal-Inspired Chocolate Sets
Chococo Created a Chocolate Meal Inspired by Fish, Chips and Peas
Capsule Coffee Kits
The Nespresso x Calisson Wallet Combines Sweets with Hot Beverage Pods
LGBT Kissing Marathons
Following a Homophobic Occurrence, a Couple Hosted a Statement-Making Event
Secret Christmas Menus
This Starbucks Christmas Menu Offers Undercover Holiday Beverages
Whole-Animal Butcher Shops
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Athletic Chocolate Bars
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Spicy Coffee Shop Sandwiches
This Shop Now Offers Two New Spicy Breakfast Sandwiches
Chocolate Pumpkin Fries
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Flavorful Tea Pods
Loose Leaf Infusions are Repackaged to Mimic Nespresso and Keurig
Dinner Party Delivery Services
Feastive Mails Consumers a Complete Dinner Party
Motorcycle Shop Coffee Bars
'Jane Motorcycles' Sells Parlor Coffee Alongside Bikes and Gear
Animatronic Movie Promotions
Animatronic Foods Were Placed in a Store to Promote 'Sausage Party'
Two-Temperature Beverages
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Autumnal Toaster Pastries
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Energy-Boosting Mints
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