About this Event
Café et Racines, french for Coffee & Roots, is a weekend-long experience celebrating the official U.S. introduction of Senegalese coffee brand Original Drip and it's signature Rwandan-sourced roast rooted in hospitality, story, and community.
From a casual welcome at Nomad Brewery, to an invite-only coffee tasting brunch, to a hands-on brewing masterclass led by Rwandan global coffee expert Smayah Uwajeneza — every moment is crafted to reflect what makes Original Drip so special: its ability to bring people together.
Whether you’re a coffee lover, a curious creative, or just someone who values intentional gathering, you’re invited to explore the rich flavor, cultural depth, and global connection that pours through every cup.
This is more than a tasting. It’s an origin story in motion.
Thursday
?: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Welcome Party Happy Hour
Host: The Original Drip
Info: Free & Open to the Public | Nomad Beer + Bourbon - 14 S Madison St, Middleburg, VA 20117
Kick off the weekend with coffee cocktails and conversation. Join us at Nomad in Middleburg for a casual happy hour meet-up introducing Original Drip — African-sourced coffee, now stateside. Enjoy crafted drinks, good energy, and a chance to connect with fellow guests before the weekend unfolds.
Saturday (Day)
?: 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Coffee Masterclass + Open House
Host: The Original Drip
Info: Experience a hands-on exploration of African coffee, featuring a brewing + cupping workshop led by Rwandan Global Coffee Expert Smayah Uwajeneza. Learn about the origins and practices behind your favorite brews, connect with the team behind Original Drip, and experience the richness of African coffee culture.
Then join us for a fireside chat with Lauren R. Miller, cultural strategist and Chief Growth Officer of The Miller³ Group. In this intimate chat, we’ll explore the power of legacy-building, the importance of connecting to our ancestral roots, and the role of hospitality and community in shaping the future. This is more than just a discussion, it’s an opportunity to gather around the table and share wisdom, insights, and stories that bring us closer together.
Location will be shared upon registration.
Saturday (Evening)
?: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Send-Off Happy Hour at Nomad
Host: The Original Drip
Info: We’ll wrap the weekend where it began, back at Nomad Bourbon + Beer, for one last pour as we close out this meaningful introduction of Original Drip Coffee.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Nomad, 14 South Madison Street, Middleburg, United States