Slow-Steeped · Freshly Baked
Where Midwest warmth meets Parisian morning light
Sip our signature 18-hour cold brew and flaky, butter-layered croissants in our cozy Prior Lake café or take home freshly roasted beans.
- 18-Hour Cold Brew Process
- Locally Roasted Beans
- Baked Fresh Daily
The Morning Ritual
Slow-steeped cold brews and warm, buttery pastries crafted to elevate your day.
House Favorite
Signature 18-Hour Cold Brew
Slow-steeped in-house for a smooth, low-acid finish with rich notes of dark chocolate and toasted hazelnut.
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Parisian Vanilla Latte
Double shot of our signature espresso with steamed whole milk and house-made real Madagascar vanilla bean syrup.
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A concentrated, rich double shot of our local roast with a thick, golden crema and notes of stone fruit.
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Traditional Butter Croissant
Classic French-style croissant, laminated with premium butter for dozens of flaky, golden, melt-in-your-mouth layers.
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Our Story
Bringing the charm of a Parisian morning to Minnesota
We started LoadTest Cold Brew 12 with a simple, uncompromising vision: to marry the meticulous, slow-steeped craft of specialty cold brew with the elegant, butter-scented atmosphere of a Parisian boutique café. Every morning, we dial in our espresso ratios and bake our croissants from scratch, ensuring that your first sip and bite are absolutely perfect.
Our beans are sourced in partnership with local Midwest roasters who share our commitment to ethical sourcing and exceptional quality. Whether you are staying to read by the window or grabbing a quick takeaway bag of whole beans, we hope our space feels like a warm, familiar retreat in the heart of Prior Lake.
Every morning, we dial in our espresso ratios and bake our croissants from scratch, ensuring that your first sip and bite are absolutely perfect.
How we do it
A few things we hold to.
18-Hour Cold Brew Process
Locally Roasted Beans
Baked Fresh Daily
Loved by Locals
What our regulars say
"The cold brew is incredibly smooth—no bitterness at all. Paired with a warm, flaky croissant, it honestly feels like a quick trip to Paris before my morning commute."
"I buy their whole bean Ethiopia Yirgacheffe every two weeks. The roast date is always fresh, and the blueberry notes are stunning when brewed at home."
"A beautiful, sunlit space with the best lattes in the Midwest. The attention to detail in their latte art and hospitality is unmatched."