Over the weekend, Red Captain Coffee — the popular coffee cart at 4004 N. Stone Ave. — announced that the coffee cart will be permanently closing on the corner near Roger Road.
The very last day to grab a coffee is Friday, May 31.
The Red Captain Coffee crew shared the following on social media:
“This journey has been filled with countless cups of coffee, heartfelt conversations, and the joy of a real sense of belonging in our community. We want to extend our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you. Your support, smiles, and loyalty have made this experience truly unforgettable. Whether you were a regular who knew our baristas by name or a passerby who stopped for a quick pick-me-up, you have all been a part of what made Red Captain Coffee such a special place in our hearts.”
The History of Red Captain Coffee
Red Captain Coffee’s owner, operator, and founder Ramses Trujillo worked for Avenue Coffee, which eventually became Cartel Roasters Co., for years before leaving to work sales at a local car dealership. Trujillo began brewing his own cold brew coffee using specialty coffee beans from Tucson producers such as Presta Coffee Roasters.
In March 2020, Red Captain Coffee made its debut. Shortly after, the owners of Hem and Her Bridal on Stone Avenue near Roger were longtime fans of Red Captain Coffee’s delicious, caffeinated concoctions and offered a spot right out front.
“As we chart paths into new adventures, we carry with us the memories of all the friends we made along the way,” the Red Captain Coffee team shared. “Thank you for making Red Captain Coffee the special place it always was in our hearts. We hope the spirit of good coffee and great company continues to inspire you, just as you have inspired us.”
Reminder: Friday, May 31 is the cart’s last day! Stop by, wish them well, and show them love and support.
Red Captain Coffee is located at 4004 N. Stone Ave. For more information, follow Red Captain Coffee on Instagram and Facebook.
Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
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