Celtic Cup Coffee has received recognition in the trade publication Daily Coffee News by Roast Magazine.
Roastmaster and former NASA computer scientist Doug Ilg opened the micro-batch roastery and tasting room in January on the ground floor of the Argent Spring office building in downtown Silver Spring.
Previously, he operated the company as a Maryland Cottage Food Business since 2019, roasting coffee at home and expanding his business through word of mouth and positive online reviews.
“The first time I made my home roasted coffee available to anyone outside of family and close friends was as a fundraiser for our dance club, the Greater Washington Ceili Club,” Ilg said when asked about the name. “I needed a name that fit the purpose, and ‘Celtic Cup’ came to mind. I’m a sucker for alliteration.”
As warmer weather arrives, Ilg plans to add a small outdoor seating area along the colonnade in front of the shop and host a grand opening celebration featuring live traditional Irish music, drink specials, and giveaways.
Celtic Cup Coffee at 8455 Colesville Rd. is open Monday through Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Online ordering is available at celticcupcoffee.com.