Meticulously Brewed · Prior Lake

Where slow-steeped craft meets Parisian elegance

Indulge in our signature 18-hour cold brews, velvety espresso drinks, and warm pastries baked fresh every morning.

  • 18-Hour Slow Steep
  • Locally Roasted Beans
  • Baked Fresh Daily
A perfectly poured cappuccino on a warm wooden surface with soft morning light.
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Our Story

A cozy slice of Paris tucked away in Prior Lake

We started LoadTest Cold Brew 9 with a simple, uncompromising vision: to bring the meticulous, slow-paced coffee culture of Parisian boutiques to our beloved Minnesota community. Our journey begins with sourcing exceptional beans from local midwestern roasters who share our commitment to ethical sourcing and flavor integrity.

Our signature 18-hour cold brew process isn't a shortcut; it's a daily devotion. We control the water temperature, grind size, and steep time down to the second, resulting in an incredibly smooth cup with zero bitterness. Pair that with our pastries, baked fresh every morning with real butter, and you have a ritual worth waking up for.

  • 18 Hours
    Cold extraction time
  • 100%
    Locally roasted beans
  • 5 AM
    Daily baking starts
  • 9 Blends
    Tested and perfected
An inviting rustic cafe interior with soft lighting, wooden tables, and hanging pendant bulbs.
Our signature 18-hour cold brew process isn't a shortcut; it's a daily devotion.
LoadTest Cold Brew 9

How we do it

A few things we hold to.

  • 18-Hour Slow Steep

  • Locally Roasted Beans

  • Baked Fresh Daily

What Our Guests Say

Loved by the Neighborhood

  • "The lavender cream cold brew is spectacular. It's perfectly sweet without masking the clean, smooth coffee underneath."
    Clara M.
    Prior Lake, MN
  • "I've spent years looking for a croissant in Minnesota that actually shatters when you bite into it. They nailed the French technique."
    Julian T.
    Savage, MN
  • "The atmosphere feels like a quiet Parisian side-street, but the hospitality is pure, warm Midwestern."
    Elena R.
    Prior Lake, MN

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