If you love coffee and animals, Hugo Coffee Roasters in Park City, Utah, offers the perfect brew for you. Founded by Claudia McMullin, a reformed lawyer turned coffee enthusiast, Hugo Coffee Roasters is a unique, female-founded, WEBNC-certified roastery with a dedicated mission to support animal welfare. Claudia’s journey took her from the busy East Coast to the serene mountains of Park City, where she turned her passion for animals and coffee into a business that gives back. Named after her beloved rescue dog, Hugo, this coffee company is on a mission to help small animal rescues across the country.
Hugo Coffee Roasters partners with coffee cooperatives around the world, sourcing high-quality beans from regions like Colombia, Costa Rica, Brazil, Peru, Mexico, Tanzania, and Uganda. The result is a lineup of rich, flavorful coffees that are fair trade, organic, vegan, and sustainably sourced. Each blend is crafted to deliver a distinctive, memorable flavor, with names inspired by our furry friends. From the bold Bonafide Dark Roast to the smooth and sweet Roll Over Breakfast Blend, every option has its unique flavor profile. Other popular selections include the New Trick Light Roast with hints of tart lime and toffee, the Black Paw French Roast with notes of dark chocolate and spice, and the Dog Daze Cold Brew featuring a rich combination of chocolate, nut, and spice.
For animal lovers, the best part is that every online purchase of Hugo Coffee Roasters’ products supports small, volunteer-run animal rescues. Hugo Coffee holds weekly, weeklong fundraisers that directly benefit a selected animal sanctuary. For every item sold during these fundraisers, $2.50 is donated to animal rescues in need. This initiative is part of the company’s commitment to give back, recognizing the tireless efforts of small rescues that often struggle financially.
Since 2018, Hugo Coffee Roasters has stayed true to its mission of helping animals and supporting small rescues. Claudia McMullin, widely recognized in the coffee industry, has also collaborated with major brands like PepsiCo and Frito-Lay and has gained significant attention through the Stacy’s Rise project. Through every cup of Hugo Coffee, you’re not just enjoying delicious coffee, you’re contributing to a good cause and helping make a difference in the lives of animals nationwide.
