One of my very first jobs as a teenager was as a barista. I instantly fell in love: the smell of freshly roasted coffee beans; the layering of flavors to make that perfect drink; the flash of joy on a customer’s face after they take that first sip. But most of all, I fell in love with the people: a community of coffee lovers brought together over that shared love, and who take time out of their day to slow down, if only for a moment, to appreciate it. 

 

I eventually went away to college, where I studied journalism and legal studies with an eye toward serving others through my love of writing. While I truly loved working as a reporter, I never stopped feeling the pull of coffee, community, and building something like that for myself.

 

As my two children grew up, the time finally felt right, two decades after that first barista job (and with a few others barista jobs sprinkled in between.) I started dreaming, then planning, and after months and months, in 2025, Thistle & Hitch Mobile Coffee & Espresso Bar was born.

 

We aim to bring you some of the best coffee drinks you’ve ever tasted, with a focus on high quality ingredients, locally roasted beans and homemade flavor syrups. While every drink is handcrafted to high standards, we’ll NEVER be pretentious. We believe coffee shouldn’t be intimidating – just enjoyed.

 

Thank you so much for being here. We can’t wait to serve you!