Globally-Inspired coffee shop to open near University of South Carolina campus
April 10, 2019
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea to offer a destination for students and faculty at USC this Summer
Columbia will soon be home to Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea at 1002 Park St. in the Empire building, near the University of South Carolina campus. The 1,895-square-foot café is set to open this summer and will offer a globally-inspired menu featuring premium coffees, teas, pastries, sandwiches, salads and more.
Franchise owner, Greg Dodd, is excited to bring Sweetwaters’ unique atmosphere and quality ingredients to downtown Columbia. “Our global and Asian influence sets us apart. We have many beverages that aren’t found at your average coffee shop,” says Dodd. “We’re looking forward to becoming the go-to destination for college students, faculty and the greater downtown community.”
The Sweetwaters brand focuses on strong community engagement, such as hosting events for local clubs and student organizations and partnering with nonprofits, making it a perfect fit for the Vista location.
The Sweetwaters menu includes signature drinks such as the Dragon Eye, French Vietnamese au Lait, Napali Brew, Thai Iced Tea, and Red Moon coffee.
The grand opening will include numerous community events and week-long promotions that will be announced on Sweetwaters website and Facebook page. The Columbia Sweetwaters location is one of more than 100 expected to open across the country.
ABOUT SWEETWATERS COFFEE & TEA
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea is a national franchise that originated in Ann Arbor, Mich., in 1993 by husband-and-wife duo Wei and Lisa Bee. Inspired by the Bees’ love of food and drink, and driven by their creativity, Sweetwaters was created as a coffeehouse that celebrates classic café fare alongside globally influenced beverages in a classic and friendly environment. The rapidly-expanding franchise has more than 100 planned locations across the country, and it anticipates continuous growth based on consumers’ desires for real ingredients and diverse, cultural offerings. For more information on the Sweetwaters franchise, please visit www.sweetwaters.com.
