I love a good coffee shop. The best ones are cozy, a little eclectic, and effortlessly hip, with a vibe that makes you want to linger just a bit longer. When I walk through the doors at Mazama Coffee Co, I’m immediately greeted by the smell of freshly ground coffee, followed by the familiar hum of friendly conversation. Whether you’re already two cups in or stopping by for your first sip of the day, the energy of the space wakes you right up. It’s warm and welcoming, yet buzzing with purpose. That combination is what pulls me in and keeps me seated long after my cup is empty.
When Lori Green took the keys to Mazama in 2022, she envisioned more than just running a coffee shop. Her goal was to create a gathering place. She was aiming for a community hub where people could pause, connect, and recharge. “We’re not trying to change the world,” Green explains. “We just want people to come in for a good cup of coffee, stay awhile, and find connection.”
And that’s exactly what’s happening. The lattes, pastries, and cold brews are undeniably good, but they’re just the beginning. It’s easy to strike up a conversation while waiting in line, share a table with a neighbor, or exchange a smile with a barista who already knows your order. From early-morning business meetings to afternoon pick-me-ups, Mazama has quietly woven itself into the daily rhythm of life in Dripping Springs.
And Green’s impact is stretching well beyond the cafe walls. Moved to take action, she recently spearheaded a donation drive to support victims of the Central Texas floods. Partnering with several other small businesses, she helped raise nearly $25,000, which goes directly to a Dripping Springs family who suffered unimaginable loss. “It was incredible to see what happens when people come together for a common cause,” Green says.
That spirit of generosity reflects the values she has built into Mazama and serves as a reminder that coffee may be the draw, but connection is the heart.
MazamaCoffee.com | @mazamacoffee
A Community Comes Together
When the Kerrville flood happened, we were trying to think of how we could help and how we could make more of an impact. My husband, Darren, thought of asking some local businesses to match donations up to $1,000. I reached out to a few people and the response was overwhelming—everyone said yes. And when word began to spread, more businesses quickly began contacting me, asking to help out.
At Mazama, we sold our Texas cookies to raise awareness and to raise funds. Our bakers were literally rolling out cookies, baking, and decorating for hours every day trying to keep up. I had no idea that it would take off the way it did, but we are so grateful for what we can accomplish when a community comes together!
- Lori Green
The following local businesses joined our efforts to help those affected by the floods:
OnTrac Business Solutions
Jenna Babin | SmartHER News
Leif Babin | Echelon Front
Harvest Rain
Vintage Soul
Stacy Berg Photography
Will Rivera | Dripping Springs City Lifestyle
One Chapel
Lewis Family Medicine
Jesse James | Jesse James Firearms
Caster Studios | “Gus Plus Us”
Stavros Realty Team
Magnolia Realty Austin
Summer Revival
Waypoint Roofing
Palm Social
Suds Brothers
LCR Coin
Cadeau
Starrs on Mercer