Western Montana’s local drink scene goes well beyond beer and spirits. Find coffee roasters and tea shops as well as sipping chocolate and chai across Glacier Country, with plenty of options to enjoy now or order online.

POSH CHOCOLAT – BONNER

Posh Chocolat in Bonner takes hot chocolate up a notch with its rich “sipping chocolate.” Order the mix on its own or add a box of toffee bars, peppermint bark, artisan caramels or truffles.

Hot chocolate brightens any day. Photo: Posh Chocolat

MONTANA COFFEE TRADERS – COLUMBIA FALLS + WHITEFISH

Since 1981, Montana Coffee Traders has been roasting Arabica coffees from around the world in a vintage farmhouse. They also offer teas, gifts and gear, making it easy to stock up for yourself or send something to friends and family.

Take a break at Montana Coffee Traders in Columbia Falls. Photo: Noah Couser

BIG CREEK COFFEE ROASTERS – HAMILTON

Big Creek Coffee Roasters delivers world-class coffees roasted to order straight to your door. Super-size your order and save. For every purchase of their Freedom Ranch Coffee Heroes Blend, $5 of the purchase price will be donated to Project Healing Waters, helping fund trips for disabled veterans to experience Freedom Ranch, a 90-acre Montana sanctuary that provides therapeutic outdoor adventures, horsemanship and peer mentoring for disabled veterans and first responders.

Big Creek Coffee Roasters’ blends have earned national recognition. Photo: Big Creek Coffee Roasters

CAMP CREEK COFFEE ROASTERS – LIBBY

Stop in at Camp Creek Coffee Roasters for a cup of joe on the house or shop online for a fresh roast. You can also purchase a Camp Creek mug or look for one of their bundle deals, which pairs a 6-ounce bag of coffee with one of their signature mugs.

BLACK COFFEE ROASTING CO. – MISSOULA

Black Coffee Roasting Co. specializes in organic, craft-roasted beans with an emphasis on sustainability. Order online, sign up for a subscription or try a sample pack to find your favorite roast. 

DRUM COFFEE – MISSOULA

Owned by Fitz + the Tantrums drummer John Wicks and his wife, Jenna, Drum Coffee is an “Italian-inspired, Missoula-esque espresso bar” that fits right in with Missoula’s vibe and coffee obsession. Try the house-favorite cortado and grab some fresh eats.

There’s an art to roasting delicious coffee. Photo: Drum Coffee

LAKE MISSOULA TEA COMPANY – MISSOULA

You’ll find some of Montana’s finest teas at Lake Missoula Tea Company, a Missoula tea shop offering an impressive selection. Order a variety and don’t miss the Elephant Friendly™ certified teas from Assam, India, or their House Chai Spice Mix.

Lake Missoula Tea Company will delight tea drinkers. Photo: Lake Missoula Tea Company

GOOD COFFEE ROASTING COMPANY – POLSON

What started as roasting beans at home in a cast-iron skillet eventually became Good Coffee Roasting Company. Today, you can order their beans online or stop into the café for a cup.

TIPU’S CHAI – POLSON (ONLINE ONLY)

Chai fans will love Tipu’s Chai and its third-generation family recipe. Owner Bipin Patel first served his grandmother’s Kashi Chai to Missoulians and now shares his specialty chai with customers worldwide. From Tipu’s Quick & Slow Brews to their Home Kit, you can’t go wrong. 

Fill your mug with India’s most popular beverage. Photo: Emma K. Morris

DOBSON CREEK COFFEE COMPANY – RONAN

Dobson Creek Coffee Company offers delicious coffee, an inviting atmosphere and a heartwarming history. Get their freshly roasted beans delivered right to your door. 

Please note: We ask that all our visitors and residents recreate responsibly by being mindful of the following: know before you go; plan ahead; play it safe; leave no trace; tread lightly; and help build an inclusive outdoors.

Updated September 11, 2026

November 30, 2020

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