Caribou coffee is the second largest coffee retailer in the United States, but Caribou coffee has ranked first in the recent years, in taste test of flavor. Caribou coffee company began in Minnesota, and now the Caribou Coffee Company includes 460 coffee shops in 18 states in the eastern and central regions of the country. Caribou is second to the Starbucks corporation franchise only in terms of size and the number of stores. Caribou Coffee had its ups and downs since it was founded, i.e. in 1992. But the story of the Caribou is very inspiring and interesting. Caribou John and Kim Puckett, the founding members, in 1990, while on a trip, encountered a beautiful site. While they were climbing to the top of Sable Mountain, they saw a valley below a herd of Caribou, running by. After the couple of years, they opened a Caribou coffee shop in Edina, Minnesota where they view that site. This started them on that path to their dreams. And it resulted in the company which strives for the highest quality products and service in the coffee business today. What you'll find when you will walk into a caribou coffee franchise shop, is a laid back atmosphere that can be compared to a ski lodge or even a wilderness cabin.

Caribou coffee offers more than just hot and cold beverages. They have now begun to offer baked goods that will warm your bones and make your mouth watery. You'll find most beverages that you have come to find in your basic coffee shop, including espresso drinks such as cappuccinos and lattes. You can also find blended drinks, with and without coffee, depending upon your desire. Tea is also available as a common item at Caribou coffee shop. You must also experience the selection of "wild drinks", which includes some signature concoctions that you will only find in Carabou coffee franchise stores. Carabou coffee has even started a selection of clothing that is available and shows the caribou coffee label. Caribou coffee has had its shares of problems and difficulties over the years, with the development of business.