When we first opened Tracer inside Live Oak Hotel, we assumed most of our guests would be exactly that, guests. People visiting Charleston for a weekend, attending a conference, or passing through on business. They'd grab a coffee, we'd wish them a great stay, and we'd probably never see them again. Some days that's still true. But something unexpected has been happening. We're starting to recognize faces. Not just for a few days, but week after week. And honestly, that's one of the most...

Coffee can feel like a very “go with the flow” kind of thing. A little scoop of coffee, some hot water, a splash of milk, and somehow it all comes together. But the truth is, the best cups are usually not random. They are built with intention. That is where scales and ratios come in. At Tracer Coffee, we use scales because we want your drink to taste just as good tomorrow as it did today. It is not about being overly technical or making coffee feel complicated. It is about consistency,...

A simple cold brew gift inspired by a month of shared coffee, conversations, and goodbyes. After hosting three Coast Guard members training in Charleston, we wanted to send them off with something easy to enjoy at their next duty station: ready-to-steep cold brew filter bags made for smooth coffee anywhere.