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Best Cuban Coffee in Miami — And What to Drink at Puroast Coffeehouse
In Miami, Cuban coffee is a way of life. The café cubano — a short, concentrated espresso sweetened with whipped sugar foam called espuma — is as much a social ritual as it is a drink. At Puroast Coffeehouse at 632 S Miami Ave in Brickell, that tradition gets a genuinely different foundation: traditionally roasted coffee with no bitter edge.
The Spirit of Cuban Coffee — Bold, Concentrated, Social
Cuban coffee culture is built on intensity, ritual, and sharing. The café cubano is small but powerful. At Puroast Coffeehouse, that foundation is built on traditionally roasted coffee — smooth, bold, and without the bitter edge that most Miami espresso carries.
The Cuban Coffee Drinks at Puroast
- Café Cubano — classic short espresso with espuma. Bold and smooth.
- Cortadito — espresso cut with steamed milk. Most people need less sugar than usual.
- Café con Leche — perfect breakfast companion. Pairs with the avocado toast.
- Colada — shared format, very much alive at Puroast.
The Space
Puroast Coffeehouse's jungle-inspired, plantation-style interior creates a space that feels genuinely suited to Miami's Latin coffee culture. Warm, lush, and relaxed — perfect for sharing a colada and a conversation.
Miami's Best Cuban Coffee Neighborhoods
- Little Havana — the heart of it. Calle Ocho, Versailles, traditional ventanitas.
- Hialeah — some of the most traditional Cuban coffee in South Florida.
- Brickell — where Cuban tradition meets high-performance professional culture. Puroast is the standout.
- Coral Gables — Cuban and Mediterranean coffee traditions blend.
Finding Puroast Coffeehouse
632 S Miami Ave, Miami FL 33130 — directly in front of Brickell City Center. Open 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily. Phone: (786) 212-1956.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Puroast Coffeehouse serve café cubano?
Yes — café cubano, cortadito, café con leche, and colada are all available, built on a traditionally roasted Puroast espresso base.
What makes the espresso at Puroast different from other Miami espresso bars?
Puroast uses traditionally roasted coffee — not flash-roasted. The result is a smoother, naturally sweeter espresso with none of the harsh bitter edge most people associate with strong coffee.
Is Puroast Coffeehouse near Brickell City Center?
Yes — directly in front of it at 632 S Miami Ave. Open 7AM–4PM daily. Phone: (786) 212-1956.
What should I eat with my Cuban coffee at Puroast?
The avocado toast is a neighborhood favorite and pairs beautifully with a cortadito. The café con leche with a pastry is the classic Cuban-style breakfast combination.
Can I buy Puroast espresso coffee to brew at home?
Yes — available to ship anywhere in the US through the Puroast online store.
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