Coffeesmith, a Forest Lake Coffee Shop, was founded by Calvin Waddle, a Forest Lake native with a love for coffee. After working in the specialty coffee industry for a few years, Calvin fell in love with the business and the level of customer interaction that it came with. His passion for connecting people was fueled by a mutual love for coffee and conversation.

As Forest Lake native, Calvin, noticed that he and his home town friends would consistently drive to the Twin Cities to visit a coffee shop for a high-quality cup of coffee. He thought, “why are we driving forty minutes away for amazing coffee in a unique venue?” with a goal of bringing an unparalleled coffee experience to Forest Lake, Coffeesmith was born.

The name Coffeesmith represents the grit and craftsmanship of the blacksmith industry. The same work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to quality can be found in every Coffeesmith product.

After touring the house and experiencing the true craftsmanship of the 1912 built home, the vision began to grow. The house that once sat vacant was purchased October 11th of 2018 and the remodel was underway. Now, when you step inside you are met with a warm, modern decor that accentuates the beautiful wood work, original to the home.