The Steeping Giant

The first time we met Michael and Anthony with The Steeping Giant, we knew we had to work with them. Their energy was infectious and the cold brew was out-of-this-world good!

As part of our series of getting to know each of our amazing brands, here's a peek into the life of Michael Herrera.

How long have you been commercially brewing coffee?

3 years

If you had to pick a favorite flavor that you offer, what would it be?

Gargantuan

If you had to pick a favorite flavor of another brand, what would it be?

Bambucha mango masala

If you had an extra hour in the day to spend any way you wanted, how would you spend it?

With my wife and four daughters hiking

Where is the last place you went on vacation?

Tanque Verde Ranch in Tuscon

What is your favorite meal?

Breakfast at Mama Kats

Do you have any pets?

3 dogs, 1 cat, 2 horses, 1 pig, 2 chickens, 3 goats, 1 donkey

What is your favorite part of running a business?

Working with family

What is your least favorite part?

The personal sacrifices

What is something about you that others might find surprising?

I have a great sense of humor

What charity or cause are you passionate about supporting and why?

Unfortunately no time yet, family and business first

Before you started The Steeping Giant, what were you doing?

Waiting tables in a diner

Have you ever binge-watched a tv-series and if so which one?

Stranger things

The last movie you saw in the theaters?

Black Panther

The last concert you went to?

Stone Temple Pilots

Anything else you want people who are reading to know about you?

Coffee has been a passion for 20 years and I'm fortunate to make a living doing something I'm passionate about with people I love.