Little Joy Coffee in Northfield, Minn., posted a video on social media that sparked a movement for independent coffee shops worldwide, and it all started with a Raspberry Danish Latte. Serena Walker (pictured above), Little Joy’s manager and social media host posted a video on social media in which she explained that the drink is made with a raspberry syrup that's made in-house, a double shot of espresso, and fresh cream cheese cold foam. She didn't make the video to show people how to make the drink at home. Rather, she invited all coffee shops to feel free to steal the drink and offer it on their own menu. Walker went on to explain that those who live miles away from Little Joy Coffee should be able to enjoy the Raspberry Danish Latte at a coffee shop near them. As it turns out, a good many coffee shops did just that — they took Little Joy Coffee up on their offer and recreated the latte for their own customers. There are now over 400 coffee shops across 24 countries that are serving the drink to their customers. “It fits with our belief that if all independent shops do better, we all do better,” said Cody Larson, owner of Little Joy Coffee. “No one should drive more than 40 minutes for a coffee, no matter how viral it is,” he added.
