Whether you’re looking for the best morning coffee, and afternoon fix, or just want something sweet; finding good coffee is important. Ditch the big-box chain stores and show some love to the local spots – we promise you won’t regret it. The following locations are IU Bloomington student’s favorite place to grab a cup of jo – all Hoosier and GPA-Friendly.

1. Crumble Coffee and Bakery: Okay hear us out. What’s just as important as a caffeine fix? Taming your sweet tooth. Crumble is our go-to for all things baked goods, not to mention their coffee is just—a “yes”. Unlike some local shops in other cities, they love to get creative with a rotating menu, too. Your study habits are going to love this surprisingly quiet coffee shops (yes, there’s a few locations), perfect for that mid-day study session.
2. Brilliant Coffee Company: If you’re anything like Aspen employees, no time is the wrong time for coffee. Because of this, we’re ranking Brilliant high on our “favorites” list. This shop is giving “Italy café” and even offers Boozy add-ins because, why not? Move over, bar scene.
3. Needmore Roaster: The name says it all. This one makes the list not only because it’s delicious – but Needmore also proudly ethically sources all of their coffee from small-scale farmers all around the world. This woman-owned shop gives you an insight into the different flavors that different regions offer, all right here in Indiana.

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