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<\/a><\/a>\nLaunching inside select Sprouts stores across Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Sarasota counties, the cafes expand Sprouts\u2019 in\u2011store coffee program, building on successful launches with local coffee roasters in Southern California (Klatch Coffee<\/a>) and Arizona (PRESS Coffee<\/a>). The partnership introduces Buddy Brew Coffee to Pinellas and Pasco counties for the first time and will more than double the brand\u2019s total cafe footprint.<\/p> \n\u201cAt Sprouts, we\u2019re always looking for thoughtful ways to enhance the in\u2011store experience while supporting local partners that share our values,\u201d said Nick Konat, president and chief operating officer of Sprouts. \u201cPartnering with Buddy Brew Coffee brings a locally loved, quality\u2011driven cafe experience into our stores\u2014inviting our customers to shop and discover Sprouts\u2019 wide assortment of fresh and innovative offerings while enjoying great local coffee.\u201d<\/p> \nEach in\u2011store cafe will offer Buddy Brew Coffee\u2019s handcrafted espresso drinks, cold brew, specialty beverages and breakfast items, including limited\u2011edition selections available exclusively at the Sprouts cafes, delivering a convenient and elevated experience for shoppers.<\/p> \n\u201cThis partnership represents a meaningful evolution for Buddy Brew,\u201d said Dave Ward, CEO and co-founder of Buddy Brew Coffee. \u201cWe respect the culture Sprouts has built and the way their teams connect with the people they serve. Working with Sprouts allows us to thoughtfully expand our footprint, reach new communities, and grow alongside a retailer that shares our commitment to quality and care.\u201d<\/p> \nFounded in 2010, Buddy Brew Coffee sources specialty beans from growers around the world and roasts them locally in Tampa, reflecting a strong commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and community. Through its Brew Good, Do Good<\/i> mission, the brand supports local nonprofits and partners directly with smallholder farmers and women\u2011owned co\u2011ops, paying equitable prices that help growers thrive \u2013 an approach that aligns naturally with Sprouts Farmers Market\u2019s local, organic, and better\u2011for\u2011you assortment.<\/p> \nThe first cafe will open on Wednesday, June 17, at the Sprouts Tampa \u2013 Westchase location at 10 a.m., with additional cafes opening throughout the summer. To celebrate the grand opening, Buddy Brew will host a ribbon cutting ceremony with special guests and will be offering $3.00 drinks all day, including lattes, cold brews, and matchas. The first 25 guests at the new Sprouts Buddy Brew cafe will receive a gift bag filled with exclusive merchandise, gift cards and other special goodies. Plus, one lucky guest will win free coffee for a year.<\/p> \nBuddy Brew will open cafes at the following Sprouts locations:<\/p> \nFor more information on the Sprouts Farmers Market and Buddy Brew Coffee partnership, special offers and locations, visit Sprouts.com\/about\/buddy-brew-partnership.<\/a><\/p> \nAbout Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc.<\/b><\/p> \nSprouts Farmers Market is one of the largest and fastest growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural and organic food in the United States. Sprouts helps people live and eat better with fresh produce at the heart of the store and delicious discoveries for every dietary lifestyle. Always foraging for what\u2019s fresh and innovative, Sprouts offers a carefully curated assortment of products that inspire wellness naturally, including organic, gluten-free, plant-based and non-GMO favorites. Headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, Sprouts employs approximately 36,000 team members and operates more than 485 stores in 25 states nationwide. To learn more about Sprouts and the role it plays in its communities, visit Sprouts.com\/about<\/a>.<\/p> \nAbout Buddy Brew Coffee<\/b><\/p> \nBuddy Brew Coffee is a Tampa-based specialty coffee roaster with eight caf\u00e9s across Florida, a dedicated roastery and cold brew production facility, and distributes nationwide. Known for its motto \u201cBrew Good. Do Good.\u201d, Buddy Brew has become one of Florida\u2019s leading specialty coffee brands through its dedication to ethically sourced coffee, small-batch roasting, and deep commitment to community and care. Learn more at buddybrew.com<\/a> or follow us on social media: Instagram<\/a>, Facebook<\/a>, LinkedIn<\/a>.<\/p> \nMedia Contacts:<\/b>\n