Jackson, Mississippi · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

Coffee Prose

IndependentRoasting arrangement unverifiedSourcing: Limited public info

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Coffee Prose was founded by Emily Pote in Jackson, Mississippi, with its flagship location opening in the Midtown neighborhood in February 2019. The business originated from Pote's desire to create a community-focused space that combines a used bookstore with a specialty coffee shop. The company is documented for its literary-themed beverage menu and its commitment to sustainability by giving used books a second life. While the brand operates multiple locations in the Jackson area, it does not roast its own coffee on-site.

Ownership

Coffee Prose is an independent, woman-owned business founded by Emily Pote.

Founded

2019

Roasting

Roasting arrangement not independently verified.

What it's known for

Coffee Prose is known for its unique concept as a combination specialty coffee shop and used bookstore, serving as a community hub in Jackson's Midtown neighborhood.

Farm-level sourcing

The brand does not publicly disclose specific farm, farmer, or washing station information for its coffee offerings. Their menu focuses on specialty lattes and general coffee service rather than highlighting specific single-origin sourcing details.

Notable coffees

— Cream and Punishment
— 221 B
— The Gatsby
— Moby Dick
— Heart of Darkness

Sources used in this deep dive

Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-24. 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. I could not verify the specific roasting partner or the current sourcing origins for the coffee served at Coffee Prose.

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