DRINKS · ATLANTA, UNITED STATES
Coffee, hip-hop, and a sense of belonging.
Dope Coffee brings specialty coffee into a brand shaped by hip-hop and community. The Atlanta company’s perspective is deliberately personal, connecting product development with the culture and experiences of its founders. Its story makes room for an approach to coffee that feels expressive, familiar, and rooted in everyday life.
About the founders
Mike Loyd founded Dope Coffee in 2018 after serving in the Marine Corps and operating cafés. Co-founder Michelle “Chel” Loyd brings her background as a dietitian and professional chef to the products.
Source: About Us – Dope Coffee. Editorial research checked November 8, 2026.
