Caftea' [kaf-tee-ah!] was founded in 1991, in the lush suburbs
of Atlanta, Georgia.
We are purveyors of fine coffee, tea, chocolate, and other gift
products. Originally a local destination to sip lattes, nibble
on salads or dessert while enjoying jazz musicians, the owners
expanded to an online presence, enabling visitors from all over
to enjoy many of the same quality products.
Our original inspiration was derived from frequenting cafes
across Europe. We often visited patisseries throughout Paris.
These fine French bakeries, specializing in pastries and sweets,
were a delightful interlude as we strolled throughout the many
vibrant boulevards, avenues, and rues (streets).
We had the pleasure of observing local artisan pastry chefs
while making a variety of tasty treats from biscotti (Italian
twice-baked cookies) to profiteroles (French puffed pastries).
Their use of fine, but few, and natural ingredients was
intriguing.
On frequent trips to South America and Central America, the
quality of the coffee beans and freshness from growth to
roasting to packaging was uplifting with every cup of coffee.
The light body, simplicity, and sharp acidity distinguished the
coffee in this region from anywhere else in the world.
Interestingly, Brazil produces 35% of the world's coffee, and is
grown at lower altitudes, thus lower in acidity.
Aromatic tea leaves from all over the world, whether loose or
custom-blended, in a variety of white, black, green, and red
offer another healthy alternative to one of the most widely
consumed beverages in the world.
We are proud to bring some of these exquisite, fresh, high
quality products to you.