If, like us, you’re a fan of the occasional afternoon latte, you may have found yourself wondering why these beverage treats seem to cost so much. With tax and a bit of a tip, you’re likely to drop $7 on a cup of milk and espresso. What’s the deal? We asked Chris Vigilante, owner of the coffee shop and roastery Vigilante Coffee Company in Hyattsville, to explain why this isn’t just a rip-off. He gave us the breakdown of his expenses to the penny.
Cost to Make
Labor
Packaging
Overhead
Milk
Coffee
You Pay
This article appears in the December 2024 issue of Washingtonian.
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