There may be no global ritual more ingrained as a habit than that of drinking coffee. No matter how or when you consume it, chances are you've spent years honing your practice -- complete with a strong physical need and an emotional connection to match.
But the coffee culture you once knew has undergone tremendous changes over the last decade, upending your daily routine with new brands, a specific language, philosophy and taxonomy -- and, of course, a more expensive price tag.
Welcome to coffee's third wave. Here, check out the 10 cult coffee shops taking the quotidian to new heights. —Sasha Levine
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But the coffee culture you once knew has undergone tremendous changes over the last decade, upending your daily routine with new brands, a specific language, philosophy and taxonomy -- and, of course, a more expensive price tag.
Welcome to coffee's third wave. Here, check out the 10 cult coffee shops taking the quotidian to new heights. —Sasha Levine
More from Departures:
The Food Hall Revolution
Wine Guide: How to Give the Perfect Bottle
10 Restaurants for Vegans
Where the Chefs Love to Eat
Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Dining in Washington D.C.