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Cala Coffee

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Cala Coffee; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsCala CoffeeAlabama coffee roastersBrazilEthiopiaColombiaGuatemalaEl SalvadorIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Cala Coffee is a Birmingham-based specialty roaster and cafe operator that blends a bright, California-inspired atmosphere with a strong focus on community and event catering. The company operates multiple brick-and-mortar locations and a mobile espresso bar, offering a curated selection of locally roasted coffees alongside food and wine programs.

Ownership
Cala Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Josh and Melanie Cosio.
Founded
2021
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Cala Coffee is known for its 'sunny' California-inspired aesthetic, high-quality specialty coffee, and a robust mobile coffee-catering business that serves events across Alabama.
Sourcing countries
Brazil · Ethiopia · Colombia · Guatemala · El Salvador
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources single-origin coffees and blends, often providing regional and process details for their offerings. While they highlight specific producers for limited releases like their Explorer Series, their standard offerings are generally described at the country or regional level.
Notable coffees
  • — Work in Progress (Espresso Blend)
  • — Werewolf Blend
  • — Explorer Series (Pink Bourbon by José Giraldo)
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Cala Coffee, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-05-21 · Bham Now
Cala Coffee now open in Mountain Brook Village

Cala Coffee has officially opened its third location in Mountain Brook Village, offering a distinct atmosphere compared to its existing shops in Cahaba Heights and Downtown Birmingham. The new site features partnerships with local vendors, including pastries from Bandit Pâtisserie and tacos from Ladybird Taco.

2026-05-21 · Birmingham Business Journal
Cala Coffee opens third metro spot

Birmingham-based Cala Coffee, founded by Josh and Melanie Cosio, has expanded its footprint by opening its third location in Mountain Brook Village. The new cafe occupies a 2,000-square-foot space and continues the brand's growth as a local roaster and cafe operator.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-20. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand provides detailed information on their roasting operations and general sourcing regions, they do not consistently publish the specific farm names for all of their standard coffee offerings.

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