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brew from French Truck blended with organic whole milk That demand remains strong to this day.
and simple syrup. Smooth, creamy, and unlike anything else
on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, it’s a local Beyond the food and coffee, Newman enjoys
specialty you won’t find anywhere else. seeing the stories that happen inside the café. One
couple met there for their first
For something indulgent, the Caramel coffee date and returned
Icechino stole my heart. Made with a years later, married, to
double shot of espresso, ice cream, celebrate the milestone.
milk, and your choice of toppings, it’s Moments like that are
a frozen coffee treat that tastes more what make the café truly
like dessert than your standard cup of special.
joe and quickly became my personal
favorite. Jacked Up Coffee Bar
offers a relaxed environ-
Coffee lovers who enjoy a bolder ment where guests can
flavor can try the Oji Drip Iced Coffee, grab a quick drink, sit
a Japanese-style slow-drip coffee down with a laptop, meet
brewed for 24 hours. Served over friends for brunch, or enjoy
ice and meant to be enjoyed black, a casual date. The café is
it’s intense, robust, and perfect for open Monday through Thurs-
anyone who wants their coffee day from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
strong. Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30
p.m., and Sunday from 8
And for those who want a little fun in their cup, the Cotton a.m. to 6 p.m., closed on Saturdays. They also
Candy Coffee adds a playful twist with steamed milk, a ball offer gluten-free bread, making the menu accessi-
of cotton candy, espresso poured on top, and finished with ble for even more guests.
whipped cream and sprinkles.
For locals and visitors exploring the Mississippi Gulf
What really sets Jacked Up Coffee Bar apart is their “Jacked Coast, Jacked Up Coffee Bar offers more than just
Up Coffee” experience, which allows you to add alcohol to a good cup of coffee. It’s a place filled with person-
your coffee drinks. From flavored liqueurs to classic spirits, ality, creativity, and the kind of welcoming atmos-
you can turn your favorite brew into a cocktail, giving an phere that keeps people coming back.
extra kick for those looking to try something different per-
fect for brunch or a casual celebration. One of Newman’s For owner Dixie Newman, Jacked Up Coffee Bar
personal favorites is the Dirty Sexy Cocktail Coffee, and she isn’t just a place to grab a coffee, it’s something
let me try it myself. Rich espresso combined with a carefully she has poured her heart into. From the welcom-
chosen liqueur makes for a bold, indulgent drink that per- ing staff to the creative menu and the loyal cus-
fectly represents the playful, creative vibe of the café. tomers who walk through the doors each day, the
shop has become much more than a café.
They feature seasonal menu items, with rotating flavors and
specialty drinks that celebrate holidays, fresh ingredients, It’s a place where friends meet, work gets done,
and unique combinations. It’s another way the shop keeps brunch dates happen, and sometimes even where
the menu exciting, encouraging guests to try something love stories begin. On the Mississippi Gulf Coast,
new with each visit. where community means everything, Jacked Up
Coffee Bar has become a space where people
Whether you prefer smooth and sweet, bold and strong, or a gather, stories are shared, and connections
little boozy, Jacked Up Coffee Bar offers something for every are made all over a great cup of coffee. And for
coffee lover and it’s easy to see why people return day after Newman, that’s what makes every early morning
day for their favorite sip. worth it.

Like many businesses, Jacked Up Coffee Bar faced uncer- Your Shoreline Siren, bringing you people, places,
tainty during the COVID-19 pandemic. and stories from the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

“COVID was actually a blessing in disguise for us,” Newman
explained.
999 W Howard Ave, Biloxi, MS 39530
The shop leaned heavily into to-go orders, continuing to
serve the community even while many people stayed home.

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