BACKWOODS BARISTA
Meet Leah Nichols
"I worked in hotels for a long time, starting as a barista and ending up being the manager of the coffee shop. It wasn't until COVID19 rocked the world, that I was forced to take a hard look at my life and what makes me happy.
I was introduced to coffee in college, where there is a Starbucks around every corner. Whether it was an iced chai, or vanilla latte, I started enjoying it more and more, not just when I was studying all night for an upcoming exam. I decided to venture out and try local coffee shops, where I began to really appreciate the flavor and smells of coffee like you would with a fine wine. I believe drinking coffee is an experience and my goal is to bring that experience to the people of Metro Atlanta. I want to bring the love, joy and warmth that coffee provides. Quality coffee and excellent customer service shouldn't be a rarity so I will relentlessly pursue to bring both. I am excited to share this new venture and embark on this journey that will liven up our neighborhood's coffee culture."
- Leah Nichols
Our Coffee
It is my goal to provide Metro Atlanta with the best quality coffee while also supporting the community, so I partnered with Firelight Coffee Roasters, located in West Midtown Atlanta. It was important to find a company that valued ethics, quality, sustainability and freshness, which are all qualities of Firelight Coffee Roasters.
Special Thanks
Sending out a special thanks to all of my friends and family for making this dream of mine become a reality. Thank you to Carlos and Ashlea, who have been with me from the beginning and helped me build Backwoods Barista from the ground up. My dad, mom, brother, and sister who have supported me. My friend, Ten, who worked tirelessly to help create a logo. My friend, Christina, who helped design the website. My friend, Jessi, who was a constant source of encouragement and helped with community outreach ideas. My friend, Ashley, who helped create merchandise. My friend, Sydney, who helps with marketing and social media. I couldn't do it without you all.