From Garage Roaster to Café Dream
At its heart, coffee has always been about more than what’s in the cup. In a recent video, Happy Home Coffee shared what they’re working toward in 2026, and the answer goes deeper than growth or expansion. Their goal remains what it has been from day one: to bring people together and create spaces that lift others up, using coffee as the connection point.
This story matters to us at Savor Brands because Happy Home Coffee is one of our customers. We get to support their journey by printing their coffee bags, but their impact goes far beyond packaging. Their story is about patience, purpose, and building something meaningful for their community.
A Goal That Has Never Changed
When asked about their coffee goals for 2026, the answer was simple and steady. Happy Home Coffee wants to continue creating welcoming spaces where people feel comfortable showing up as they are. Coffee is the tool, but connection is the mission.
For more than seven years, they’ve done this through roasting and sharing specialty coffee. Now, they’re taking the next step by expanding how people experience their brand.
Their focus includes:
- Designing spaces that encourage conversation
- Using coffee as a bridge between neighbors and visitors
- Offering products people can bring into their own homes
- Building community through everyday moments
From a Garage to the Community
Happy Home Coffee began in 2019 when founders Carlos Sims Jr. and Kaitlyn Sims started roasting coffee in their garage using an MCR-500 roaster. What started small quickly grew through consistency and care.
Over time, they:
- Upgraded their roasting setup
- Launched a mobile coffee cart
- Served coffee at farmers’ markets, weddings, and pop-ups
- Met people where they already gathered
Each step helped them learn what their community needed and how coffee could support real connection.
A Pop-Up With a Bigger Purpose
Between late 2024 and mid-2025, Happy Home Coffee opened its first pop-up space. This wasn’t just a temporary café. It was a preview of what they’ve been working toward all along.
The pop-up reflected their core belief: people come first. Inspired by the comfort of home, the space gave guests a chance to slow down, talk, and feel welcome. It offered a clear look at the community-focused café they plan to build next.
Looking Ahead to 2026
Happy Home Coffee plans to open its first brick-and-mortar café at Seventh and Walnut in downtown Des Moines. This new location will bring their vision to life in a permanent way.
Looking into 2026, their goals include:
- A full café menu built around quality and care
- Products guests can enjoy beyond the café
- A space that supports gathering and conversation
- Continued focus on community over trends
Rather than chasing rapid growth, they’re focused on doing things the right way and staying true to their values.
Why This Story Matters
Happy Home Coffee’s journey shows that strong brands are built with intention. From roasting in a garage to planning a downtown café, their growth has always centered on people.
At Savor Brands, we’re proud to support businesses like this. Printing coffee bags is part of our work, but being connected to stories rooted in purpose makes it even more meaningful.
A Home Built Around Coffee and People
As Happy Home Coffee moves into 2026, their direction is clear. They’re not just opening a café. They’re creating a place where coffee helps people feel at home, connected, and welcomed. We’re excited to see how their next chapter continues to bring people together, one cup at a time.
