Equator Coffees

We were thrilled to serve our coffee at such an inspiring gathering, Masters of Scale Summit 2024. We loved connecting with fellow change-makers over a cup of coffee, and we’re grateful to have played a part in fueling the energy of the summit. A huge thank you to Cometeer for collaborating with us to make this possible!

We loved sharing Equator's coffees and ready to drink cold brew at #SproutsCon2024 with Sprouts Farmers Market team members!

LA has spoken: coffee & donuts is great but Platinum & Cold Brew is 🔥 Thank you LA Spirits Awards panel of blind taste testers for awarding such a high honor to Griffo Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur made with Equator Coffees. Gonna celebrate with a 🍩.

The Ranch at Laguna Beach is now serving Equator Coffees! Our shared values ensure that every aspect of our partnership reflects a dedication to eco-friendly practices and high-quality experiences. Whether you’re gearing up for coastal adventures or easing into total relaxation, Equator Coffees and The Ranch create the perfect pairing for your day.

“Sense of Urgency” was crafted with Chef Thomas Keller to commemorate 30 years of his three Michelin Star flagship restaurant, The French Laundry. We're proud to celebrate over 20 years of Equator Coffees’ partnership with Chef Keller and Thomas Keller Restaurant Group. “Our commitment to each other's success and to the pursuit of exceptional quality has never wavered. ‘Sense of Urgency’ celebrates that story and our decades together.” -Helen Russell, Equator Coffees Co-Founder

Stoked and honored to share Griffo accolades from the 2024 Critics Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition … 🏆 Griffo Scott Street Gin  PLATINUM, BEST GIN 95pts 🏆 Griffo Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur made w/ @equatorcoffees PLATINUM, BEST LIQUEUR 96pts 🥇Griffo Vodka GOLD, 90pts 🙏thank you to all the judges! More at https://lnkd.in/gejt6Pjc

Thank you to Straus Family Creamery for hosting our team last week, where we learned more about their commitment to a carbon-neutral dairy farming model and their dedication to both their farmers and the planet. At Equator, we value high-quality coffee along with environmentally sustainable practices. We place the same value on our milk choice, which is why we are proud partners with Straus and use their organic dairy milks at our cafes. Together, we aim to create a better future.

We believe in the power that coffee has in creating shared connections and we find joy in being active members of our communities. We recently held a latte art class at Google's Redwood City office. Thank you to Life At Google and cheers to creating more shared experiences through coffee! 📹: IG / @mini.butttmighty

Finca Sophia, a coffee farm co-owned by Equator co-founders Helen Russell and Brooke McDonnell, recently placed 2nd in the Geisha Washed category and 5th in the Geisha Natural Category at the Best of Panama 2024! 🎉 Co-owner Willem Boot (left) and Farm Manager Kelly Hartmann (right) were on hand to accept the awards.

As a proud queer founder of Equator Coffees, I’m thrilled to celebrate Pride Month and honor our LGBTQI+ roots. This is a time to reflect on our journey, celebrate our community, and reaffirm our commitment to positive change and inclusivity. 🏳️🌈 Being an LGBTQI+ entrepreneur, I understand the power of standing in our truth and using our influence to make a difference. Our mission goes beyond serving exceptional coffee; it’s about creating spaces where everyone feels welcomed, supported, and empowered. In honor of Pride Month, 5% of sales from our Pride Tiger t-shirts and $1 from every pour-over coffee sold in cafes will be donated to Rainbow Railroad, an international nonprofit that helps LGBTQI+ individuals escape violence and persecution in their home countries and domestically. Now more than ever we have to stand together and support our community. Pride is also a time for celebration! This month we’re excited to host Tour d’Equator: Pride Ride 2024, an Instagram live with the founder of Boichik Bagels, Emily Winston, and to help kick off the San Francisco Pride celebrations by serving coffee at their Pride For Breakfast event. At Equator, our commitment to the queer community is woven into the fabric of who we are–not just during Pride Month, but every day of the year. We continually work to ensure that our cafes serve as safe spaces for everybody. We make an intentional effort to work with and uplift other LGBTQI+ founded companies. We work with queer artists on artwork for our campaigns and we select LGBTQI+ organizations for our giveback programs, such as the LYRIC Center for LGBTQI+ Youth. Join me in honoring Pride this month and every month as we continue to support, empower, and celebrate the LGBTQI+ community. Together, we can create positive change and build a more inclusive world.  🌈🌈🌈