A perfectly poured cappuccino with elegant latte art sitting on a warm wooden tabletop with soft morning light.

Slow-Steeped · Parisian Inspired

Where lakeside morning meets Parisian cafe culture

Savor meticulously crafted cold brew, velvety espresso, and warm, flaky pastries in the heart of Prior Lake, Minnesota.

  • Steeped 18 hours
  • Locally roasted beans
  • Baked fresh daily
  • Apple Pay & Cards accepted
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Our Story

Bringing Parisian slow-living to the banks of Prior Lake

LoadTest Cold Brew 13 began with a simple belief: coffee should never be rushed. Inspired by the quiet, sun-drenched mornings of Parisian boutiques, we set out to create a lakeside sanctuary where time slows down and every cup is treated as a work of art.

We source our beans from dedicated local roasters, choosing varietals that shine under our meticulous 18-hour cold brew process. From our buttery, hand-laminated croissants to our velvety espresso microfoam, we bring old-world European romance to our beloved Minnesota community.

  • 18 Hours
    Slow-steeping process
  • 100%
    Locally roasted beans
  • Fresh
    Baked daily in-house
  • Prior Lake
    Our Minnesota home
The cozy interior of our Parisian-style boutique cafe with glowing pendant lights and warm wooden tables.
LoadTest Cold Brew 13 began with a simple belief: coffee should never be rushed.
LoadTest Cold Brew 13

How we do it

A few things we hold to.

  • Steeped 18 hours

  • Locally roasted beans

  • Baked fresh daily

  • Apple Pay & Cards accepted

Guest Reviews

What our regulars say

  • "The maple cream cold brew is absolute heaven. It feels like stepping into a little Parisian café right here in Minnesota."
    Clara M.
    Prior Lake, MN
  • "Shatteringly crisp croissants and a double espresso with the perfect hazelnut crema. My Saturday morning ritual is completely sacred now."
    Julian T.
    Savage, MN
  • "I buy two bags of the Lake Effect Blend every month. It makes my home kitchen smell like a boutique roastery."
    Elena R.
    Prior Lake, MN

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