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10/06/2026
Notes in Repose is out now.
After years of listening, collecting, and bringing this record to life, it’s finally here.
Our first-ever vinyl brings together eleven compositions from musicians across nine global cities Blue Bottle calls home. Created to feel as special in your hands as it sounds on the turntable, the record features a translucent vellum sleeve, original artwork, and liner notes.
Notes in Repose is available now on limited-edition vinyl. Get yours at the link in bio, while it lasts.
09/30/2026
Years in the making, Notes in Repose is a limited-edition vinyl featuring eleven compositions by musicians from nine global cities we call home. These are the artists moving jazz forward, and the music that continues to move us. Swipe through for a first listen to Side A.
MEI SEMONES
Hfoas (3:49) | New York
Ethereal vocals and effortless bossa nova charm take center stage in this enchanting, bilingual serenade from rising Brooklyn-based artist Mei Semones.
ALAN KWAN
Trampoline (3:30) | Hong Kong
Jazz guitarist Alan Kwan delivers a spirited and buoyant composition that bridges the gap between technical precision and pure warmth.
AH-Q JAZZ ARKESTRA
Letter from Afar, Pt. II (2:33) | Beijing
A playful, kinetic energy drives spirited conversation between drum and horns in this joyful groove bringing musicians together from Beijing and Oklahoma.
Learn more about Notes in Repose and the artists behind the record at the link in bio.
09/29/2026
Behind every spin is a story etched in wax. Our first-ever compilation album, Notes in Repose, drops 10/6.
09/28/2026
Ten artists. Nine cities. Years in the making. Introducing Notes in Repose, our first-ever compilation album. Coming October 6.
Featuring artists from the global cities Blue Bottle calls home, Notes in Repose brings together local perspectives and sounds rooted in the character of each place. A view into jazz today, one track at a time.
Join us at select Blue Bottle cafes on October 8 and 9 to give it a spin. Enjoy coffee and complimentary bites, take home a copy, and receive a free tote bag with purchase of the vinyl or a Giant Steps beverage, while supplies last.
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09/24/2026
With Giant Steps, John Coltrane pushed harmony in new directions, bringing distinct notes together to create something entirely his own.
We take the same approach to coffee. Our Signature Blends celebrate the art of blending, finding harmony and contrast between distinct coffees to create something new.
Giant Steps, named after Coltrane’s landmark album, layers deep cocoa with sweeter notes of toasted marshmallow and graham cracker.
Find your note in our Signature Blends.
Every blend needs a strong foundation.
Hayes Valley Espresso is the darker side of our Signature Blends, built around deep chocolate and brown sugar sweetness, with a full body designed to hold its own as espresso.
Bold, steady, and composed with purpose.
Find your note in our Signature Blends.
A good composition isn’t always about perfect harmony. Sometimes it’s the contrast that makes it interesting.
Bella Donovan brings that idea to our Signature Blends, pairing rich chocolate with bright, jammy blueberry for a blend that’s both familiar and unexpected.
Different notes, better together.
Find your note in our Signature Blends.
09/16/2026
Crafted with precision. Shaped by improvisation.
Introducing our Coltrane Cold Foam, a fresh interpretation of our Giant Steps blend, shaped by the expressive spirit of jazz. Slowly cold brewed to reveal its deepest chocolatey notes, then topped with velvety vanilla chicory cold foam and freshly grated Okinawan black sugar.
Available for a limited time at Blue Bottle cafes across the U.S.
09/16/2026
For us, coffee and jazz have always shared a rhythm: precise in craft, expressive in every interpretation.
That idea has shaped Blue Bottle since the beginning. Our Signature Blend, Giant Steps, was named after John Coltrane’s groundbreaking album. This coffee’s roast profile is not unlike his visionary jazz, with smooth, chocolatey bass notes and sweet, divergent riffs.
This month, in honor of Coltrane’s centennial, we’re returning to where it all began with a month of jazz, celebrating the music that inspired us and continues to move culture forward.
Music Credit:
Dosojin No Uta
Kyoto Jazz Sextet
09/16/2026
This month marks one hundred years
of John Coltrane.
Throughout his life, Coltrane transformed jazz again and again. With Giant Steps, he pushed harmony to its limits, creating a progression so demanding it remains a proving ground for musicians today. His work continued to evolve, opening new possibilities for what music could express.
That spirit of continual transformation has stayed with us since the beginning. We named our Giant Steps blend after the Coltrane record we returned to again and again. It continues to remind us that craft is never finished and that every creation can become the starting point for a new interpretation.
On his centennial, we celebrate a musician who never stopped searching and whose music still asks us to listen differently.
Photo Credit: Bob Thiele. License courtesy of Jowcol Music LLC.
09/14/2026
Fall has officially arrived in our cafes.
Our seasonal culinary menu features warming fall flavors like pumpkin spice, honey sage, maple pecan, and cranberry orange.
We’re also celebrating the return of our beloved Vegan Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Pound Cake, alongside fresh new additions like our Overnight Oats and a Yogurt Parfait.
Check our app to see what’s available near you.
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415 Santa Monica Boulevard
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What people say
Blue Bottle Coffee on Santa Monica Boulevard is a must-visit coffee shop for coffee lovers. Their commitment to quality and sustainability is evident in every cup of coffee they serve. The Colombia Los Vascos, which recently returned to their menu, is a rich and sweet coffee that captures the beauty of Colombia's terroir. Blue Bottle Coffee works with smallholder farmers who prioritize quality over quantity and farm organically.
Their Summer Collection offers a range of cold coffees that are perfect for savoring during the hot summer months. And if you find yourself in Shanghai, be sure to visit their Panlong Tiandi cafe for a coffee overlooking the water.
Blue Bottle Coffee's dedication to providing high-quality coffee extends beyond just the taste. They also offer free shipping sitewide, making it easy for customers to enjoy their favorite blends from the comfort of their own homes. With its welcoming atmosphere and delicious coffee, Blue Bottle Coffee on Santa Monica Boulevard is definitely worth a visit.
