Columbia, S.C., “the Athens of Missouri” (population 126,000), besides having a “nationally regarded” farmers market boasts 15 independent cafés. Wenatchee, Wash. (population 36,000) — “the Apple Capital of the World” — alongside honeycrisps just bursting from the volcanic soil, serves high-octane lava from 19 owner-operated shops. In Rapid City, S.D., where the watchful eyes of Mount Rushmore’s (for now) four presidents once surveyed only tumbleweeds and cattle, they now see 16 indies for a population of 75,000. One establishment — Ridgeline Roasters — pours such an explosive cuppa mud, it’s sure to blow the toupée off your crankiest relative. Despite its stratospheric stimulation, drinkers should be warned of possible corrosive effects on sensitive stomachs and fragile dental work.
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