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What Your Office Coffee Says About Your Company Culture (Yes, Really.)
- M Rauls
- Jul 1
- 3 min read
When Your Coffee Brews More Than Just Coffee
Let’s face it—office coffee is a vibe. It’s often the first thing your employees see (and smell) every morning. And whether it's premium, pitiful, or practically prehistoric, your breakroom coffee setup is saying something important about your company culture.
So, what’s your coffee saying? Here’s our semi-scientific breakdown. (Spoiler: you might be a “Pods & Perks” company and not even know it.)
1. The “Drip and Done” Workplace
Your office coffee pot looks like it’s been brewing since fax machines were cutting-edge technology. You've got a tub of powdered creamer from an era before oat milk existed. No one knows who cleans the machine—or if it’s ever been cleaned.
What that says about your culture: You’re efficient, practical… and maybe a little overdue for an upgrade.
Red Hawk Fix: Let’s get you a modern batch brew system with actual brands people recognize—like Starbucks, Dunkin’ or Café Bustelo, LavAzza, Pilon, Ellis. Bonus: it’s fresher, faster, and doesn’t taste like regret.
2. The “Pods and Perks” Office
Your coffee says: "We believe in options (and speed)." Every counter has a different flavor pod. There’s a heated debate over hazelnut vs. French vanilla. Someone’s always leaving a lone decaf pod behind like it’s cursed.
What that says about your culture: You support autonomy and choice. You’re the "build-your-own-adventure" workplace.
Red Hawk Fix: We supply commercial Keurig machines (free of charge) and pods galore:
Starbucks, Dunkin’, Café Bustelo, LavAzza, Green Mountain. You bring the drama. We’ll bring the decaf.
3. The Craft Coffee Crew
Your coffee says: "Our culture is artisanally brewed." You’ve got a bean-to-cup machine that grinds fresh espresso on demand. Employees linger in the breakroom discussing mouthfeel. Someone’s definitely brought their own milk frother.
What that says about your culture: You aim for excellence. You care about quality. You probably have a wellness stipend.
Red Hawk Fix: Our Coffeemar Bluetec G23 bean-to-cup machines whip up espresso, lattes, and cappuccinos like a barista—but without the eye roll. Want to feature a local Atlanta roaster? Done. We’re your coffee co-conspirator.
4. The “We Thought of Everyone” Setup
Your coffee says: "We see you, tea drinkers and sparkling water lovers."
There’s herbal tea. There’s black tea. There’s chai. There’s oat milk, almond milk, coconut creamer, and four types of sweetener. And yes, there's cold brew in the fridge.
What that says about your culture: You’re inclusive. You think beyond just coffee. HR probably has a gratitude wall.
Red Hawk Fix: From loose-leaf teas to water machines with still, sparkling, and flavored options, we help you create a breakroom that feels like a hotel lobby (minus the weird jazz music).
5. The “BYO Coffee” Office
Your coffee says: "We gave up."
Employees leave the building for coffee... daily. Someone brings a French press from home. There’s a whispered rumor of an espresso machine, but no one knows how it works.
What that says about your culture: You’re missing a big opportunity to boost morale and productivity. And maybe a few employees between 9:00–9:45 a.m.
Red Hawk Fix: We make it ridiculously easy to turn that chaos into comfort. Whether it’s a micro market, coffee bar, or full pantry program, we handle setup, stocking, and maintenance. You just sip and take the credit.
Final Sip: Elevate Your Office Vibe
Coffee may seem like a small detail, but it sets the tone for your day—and your culture. Whether you’re team pods, team pour-over, or somewhere in between, your breakroom can (and should) reflect your values.
Red Hawk Vending helps Atlanta businesses serve coffee that actually gets people excited to come to work. And yes, we do it with brand-new equipment, no-cost setup, and local flair.
☕ Want coffee your employees will brag about? Let’s brew something brilliant together.
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