Slow-Steeped · Freshly Baked
Where mornings find their quiet rhythm
An elegant espresso bar and scratch kitchen in Prior Lake, serving signature 18-hour cold brew and warm, flaky croissants.
- 18-Hour Cold Brew
- Locally Roasted Beans
- Baked Fresh Daily
- Apple Pay Accepted
Today's Counter
A curated selection of morning essentials, steeped slowly and baked fresh before sunrise.
House Favorite
Signature No. 7 Cold Brew
Our signature 18-hour slow-steeped blend. Smooth, low-acid, with naturally sweet notes of dark chocolate and toasted hazelnut.
$5.5Order nowBest Seller
Vanilla Bean Sweet Cream Cold Brew
Slow-steeped cold brew topped with a delicate, house-made vanilla bean sweet cream that cascades slowly through the ice.
$6Order nowThe Velvet Latte
Double shot of our house espresso pulled over micro-foamed milk, creating a silky texture with a caramel finish.
$5.25Order nowClassic Parisian Cappuccino
Equal parts rich espresso, steamed milk, and a deep layer of velvety foam, dusted lightly with organic cocoa powder.
$4.75Order now
Our Story
Slowing down the brew to find the perfect cup
We started LoadTest Cold Brew 7 with a simple belief: coffee shouldn't be rushed. In a world of fast-food drive-thrus, we wanted to build a quiet sanctuary where neighbors could gather over a properly steeped brew and a warm, flaky croissant.
Our signature cold brew takes a full 18 hours of patience, dripping slowly through our custom filtration setup to lock in a smooth, naturally sweet flavor. We partner with local Midwestern roasters who share our commitment to ethical sourcing and exceptional craft.
- 18 HoursSlow-steep process
- 100%Locally roasted beans
- 5 AMPastries baked fresh daily
- 7 DaysA week open for community
Our signature cold brew takes a full 18 hours of patience, dripping slowly through our custom filtration setup to lock in a smooth, naturally sweet flavor.
How we do it
A few things we hold to.
18-Hour Cold Brew
Locally Roasted Beans
Baked Fresh Daily
Apple Pay Accepted
Our Regulars
Loved by the neighborhood
"The cold brew here is unbelievably smooth—no bitter bite at all. I pair it with their butter croissant, and it feels like a mini-trip to Paris every Saturday morning."
"You can tell they care deeply about the craft. The barista explained the origin of the Ethiopian single-origin espresso like a sommelier explaining a fine wine."
"This place has become my daily sanctuary. The warm wooden tables, the smell of fresh pastry, and a perfect velvet latte make it the best spot in the Midwest."