Sip. Explore. Enjoy Kentucky.

Sip Your Way Across the Bluegrass

& Discover Independent Coffee Shops

From Every Corner of Kentucky: One Cup at a Time

From the rolling hills of Horse Country to the river towns of Western Kentucky,

every stop tells a story.

The Kentucky Coffee Trail™ celebrates local flavor, community pride,

and the small businesses that keep Kentucky brewing.

Grab your passport, plan your route,

and experience the Commonwealth through its coffee.

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TRAILBLAZER SPONSOR

Every great journey starts with someone brave enough to go first. Our Trailblazer Sponsor will do exactly that by helping us turn a homegrown Kentucky idea into a statewide movement that supports local cafés, fuels tourism, and brings new life to Main Streets across the Commonwealth. This top-tier partnership includes statewide visibility across all Trail materials, media, and digital platforms ...and the chance to be known as the brand that helped make the Trail possible.

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Our Regional Sponsors

Each region of The Kentucky Coffee Trail™ represents a unique flavor of our state, from river towns and rolling hills to bustling city cafés. Our Regional Sponsors help make it all possible.These valued partners support local tourism, independent coffee shops, and the creative entrepreneurs who bring Kentucky’s communities to life.Regional sponsorship includes logo placement within the printed passport, featured mentions on the website, and collaborative promotion within the sponsored region.We’re currently seeking regional partners who believe in strengthening Kentucky’s small-town economies one cup at a time.Interested in representing your region?

Appalachians Regional Sponsor

Morehead - Rowan County Tourism

Off The Beaten Path

Morehead, KY- where adventure meets charming comfort off the beaten path.

From the sparkling shores of Cave Run Lake to the expansive trail systems and downtown, Morehead is your gateway to unforgettable experiences.

Whether you’re hiking, paddling, or simply enjoying the view, we invite you to explore the natural wonder and charm that makes our region truly unique.

Visit Morehead

Our Roaster Sponsors

The Kentucky Coffee Trail™ proudly partners with roasters who share our passion for quality and community. Interested in becoming a featured Roaster Sponsor?

Thank You "Friends of the Trail" Supporters

Because of you, the Trail is brewing.Thank you for being part of the story.

Carey & Shirely Cagle, Grace Tellers, Samantha Calvert, Rachel Boone, Taylor Roe, Stephanie Linder

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Blogs

Just Off the Beaten Path: Why The Kentucky Coffee Trail Exists

December 15, 2025|Jenni Kaus

Why The Kentucky Coffee Trail exists, how local partnerships are fueling its growth, and what it means for small towns, coffee shops, and Kentucky-made products across the state.

The Process of Creating The Kentucky Coffee Trail™

December 9, 2025|Jenni Kaus

People see the polished Trail. This is the story of what it actually took to build it: the grit, the mistakes, the hyper-focus, the no’s, the breakthroughs, and the first...

The Ripple Effect of a Single Cup of Coffee: What Happens When You Choose Local?

December 1, 2025|Jenni Kaus - Founder, The Kentucky Coffee Trail™

What looks like an ordinary morning coffee run can change everything in a small Kentucky town. One cup supports farmers, bakers, artists, teenagers, and dreamers. One cup brings life back...