Winter was fun. Really, it was. But there’s only so many dark, brooding cups of coffee a person can drink before they start craving something a little brighter — something that tastes like open windows and longer days. Spring is here, and at Cupla Coffee, we’re leaning all the way in.
A floral latte in hand, a light roast doing exactly what it’s supposed to do, and either a city skyline or a snow-capped mountain range filling up your view. That’s spring at a Cupla Coffee patio, and honestly, there’s no better way to reset. Pull up a chair and let’s get into it.
Floral Drinks & Light Roasts: Your Coffee Shop Spring Glow-Up
Let’s bust a myth. A lot of coffee drinkers assume that a lighter roast means a weaker cup, but don’t let the blonde fool you. Light roasts pack just as much of a punch; they just express it differently. So if you’ve been sleeping on spring coffee drinks because you thought “light” meant “watered down,” or “milder buzz” it’s time to reconsider.
Light roasts aren’t weaker. They’re just different. Because the beans spend less time in the roaster, they hold onto more of their natural flavor. Think bright, fruity, sometimes even floral notes that you’d never get from a darker, smokier roast. They can taste like citrus zest, stone fruit, jasmine, or a combination of all three.
Dark roasts develop those bold, rich, chocolatey flavors through longer roasting, which are great for cozy winter mornings, but maybe a little heavy for a warm April afternoon on the patio of your favorite coffee shop in Salt Lake City. A well-made light roast, on the other hand, feels almost effervescent. It’s the glistening cold brew pitcher swirled with cream. The pour-over you didn’t know you needed.
Since Cupla Coffee roasts all of its beans in-house daily at high altitude, the flavor profiles you’ll find here are genuinely unique to Utah. The elevation actually changes how coffee roasts and brews, giving every cup a little something extra you can’t get anywhere else.
That’s the kind of detail good coffee roasters and connoisseurs actually geek out about, and it makes a real difference when the roast is light enough to let those natural flavors shine.
Floral Lattes: Yes, Your Coffee Can Taste Like a Spring Breeze
Spring has a flavor, and it turns out it tastes a lot like lavender, rose, and a perfectly pulled shot of espresso.
Florals in coffee aren’t just for aesthetics (though, yes, a lavender latte is extremely photogenic). Floral ingredients like lavender, rose, and elderflower interact with the natural sweetness and brightness of espresso in a way that feels surprisingly balanced. Lavender adds a soft, herby sweetness that pairs beautifully with a smooth milk base. A hint of rose can bring out the subtle fruit notes already hiding in a light roast. Hibiscus adds tartness and a pop of color that practically screams spring.
Some spring coffee drinks worth trying this season at Cupla:
Rose Water White Mocha
A delicate twist on a coffee shop classic. White mocha meets the soft, floral sweetness of rose water for a latte that’s equal parts elegant and indulgent. Light roast recommended to let those floral notes bloom.
Peach & Ube Matcha
Not a coffee drink, but absolutely a spring drink. Earthy matcha, sweet peach, and the subtly nutty, vanilla-like flavor of ube come together in a cup that’s as vibrant as it looks.
Ube White Espresso Latte
Cupla’s House White Espresso gets a spring makeover. Ube brings a creamy, mildly sweet flavor with just enough earthiness to balance the smooth, lighter espresso base. A light roast makes this one sing.
Dubai Strawberry Mocha
Bold, rich, and a little unexpected. Inspired by the viral Dubai chocolate trend, this one layers strawberry and mocha into something that feels indulgent without being over the top.
Peanut Butter Protein Cold Brew
For the person who wants their coffee to do double duty. Creamy peanut butter cold foam sits on top of a bold cold brew. Smooth, satisfying, and just different enough to make you a regular.
Brown Sugar Fig Latte
Warm, cozy, and somehow perfect for spring. Brown sugar and fig is the kind of combination that sounds fancy but drinks like a hug. Ask for a light roast to keep it bright and balanced.
Fact: Coffee Shops with Patios Hit Different in the Spring
Now for the part everyone’s been waiting for — getting back outside. We’ve got three local coffee shops with patios in all the best parts of Northern Utah, including our cafe in Salt Lake City.
There’s a rhythm to Salt Lake City that’s best felt outside with a latte in hand. Add a warm breeze and the sparkling gleam of the skyscrapers in the sun and you’ve got the perfect afternoon. Order one of our spring coffee drinks, pull up a chair on our vibey patio, and watch SLC do its thing. The ambient hum of the city, the occasional TRAX rumble, people on lunch breaks, dogs on walks. It’s the kind of backdrop that makes even a Tuesday feel like something worth savoring. If you’re a remote worker or freelancer, there’s nothing wrong with claiming one of our patio tables as your office for the afternoon.
Up in Park City, the patio experience is a whole different vibe, and just as good. Trade the skyline for mountain peaks and a much quieter kind of energy. Spring in Park City means the ski crowds have thinned out, the Wasatch range is still dusted with snow at the top, and the air is that specific kind of crisp that makes a warm cup of espresso feel like a reward. It’s the spot for long weekend mornings, slow sips, and letting your shoulders actually drop for once.
And if you’re heading up to the canyons, our Cottonwood Heights patio is your perfect pitstop. It’s a quieter, more neighborhood kind of energy where you can slow down with a honey lavender latte and watch the foothills shake off the last of winter.
Whichever patio calls your name, you’re welcome here. Bring your dog, bring a friend, or just bring yourself and soak it all in. Spring only comes around once a year, and there’s a seat outside with your name on it.
Come Reset With Us
Spring is the unofficial permission slip to do things differently! Try the new drink, sit outside, swap the dark roast for something a little lighter and a little more alive. Cupla’s menu boasts a rotating cast of syrups, modifiers, and milk options, which makes your spring drink combinations practically endless. What a great excuse to keep coming back until you’ve worked your way through all of them…
Consider it your spring drink bucket list.
Visit one of our Cupla Coffee locations today: downtown Salt Lake City, Park City, or Cottonwood Heights. Your spring reset is one cup away.