Beast Master Coffee

Jeremy Denny owns Beast Master Coffee in Thonotosassa, and the shop sells CBD-infused coffee drinks alongside small-batch local soaps and CBD dog treats. The full name is the Hemp and Coffee Exchange, which tells you the program: coffee on one side, hemp products on the other, Jeremy in the middle answering questions about both. He's described as deeply knowledgeable, which around CBD products is worth paying attention to, because most retail staff are not.

The space is small and clean. Couches and tables inside, more seats outside, the kind of room where the owner is in your conversation within ten minutes of you sitting down. Local artisan products line the shelves, including soaps and CBD-infused dog treats that customers buy on the way out. The vibe is relaxed in a way that doesn't feel performed.

The hemp cold brew with vanilla caramel and cream is the entry-level pour, and it's the order that converts curious first-timers into return customers. A CBD latte or CBD cold brew is the next step if you want the active ingredient front and center. The Surprise specialty latte is exactly what it sounds like: tell the barista to pick and they will build something around what they think you'll like. Pastries and treats are made in house, including a few diet-friendly options for people watching their numbers. Cups are biodegradable, which fits the overall posture.

Parking is easy, which around Tampa is worth flagging. The customer who fits is the one curious about CBD coffee, the supporter of small Florida businesses, the person who wants to talk to the owner directly about what's in the cup. The customer who doesn't fit is the one looking for a polished third-wave temple with a tasting flight menu. This is a different operation, and the looser format is the appeal.