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Overview
Richmond's first worker-owned coffee cooperative brings serious intention to every cup. Spirit Tea matcha from Chicago, warm unpretentious space, beer and wine after 2pm. The pandan latte has a devoted following — though the distinctly grassy, herb-forward flavor profile is worth knowing before you order. If bright, earthy greens are your thing, this is your spot.
Must Try
Pandan Matcha Latte — Southeast Asian-inspired, bright green, notably grassy
Matcha Menu
Insider Tip
Ask for the Pandan Matcha iced with oat milk — it's not on the menu board but the baristas know it. Also: they serve wine by the glass after 2pm. Weekends after 2pm get packed since other nearby shops close early.
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What People Are Saying
"The pandan matcha latte is perfect and aromatic, never too bitter. The staff are absolute chillers — they have done an excellent job with this place."
— Yelp
"Afterglow is the best coffee not only in RVA, but in the state of Virginia. The baristas are phenomenal — not only amazing at making drinks, but just incredible humans."
"Pandan Matcha with regular milk — very grassy flavor, and not in a good way. Pretty bright green color from the pandan though. Not bad, just not my thing. 5/10."
— Gill Jinnell
Brew Matcha at Home
Love what Afterglow is doing with matcha? Here are the tools to recreate it at home.
Ceremonial Grade Matcha Powder
The grade most RVA cafes use
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Chasen + bowl + scoop
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