Now Serving NITRObrew!

This past weekend, Carrboro Coffee Roasters installed a keg and tap into Open Eye Cafe to serve both their cold-brew & the first NITRObrew coffee in Carrboro, available to the public Tuesday, September 5th.

‘NITRO brew’ or Nitrogen infused coffee is cold-brewed and stored in a pressurized keg. The coffee infused with Nitrogen as it is poured from the tap, a bit like draft beer. The Nitro coffee brew process is comparable to stouts and porters that also may use Nitrogen, which produces a creamy body and cascading effect.

Carrboro Coffee’s NITRObrew coffee is silky smooth and creamy, with a velvety finish that enhances the character of the specific coffee used. It is traditionally served with no additives to appreciate the unique texture and flavors, and in smaller volumes as it is a concentrated beverage.

“After many months of effort, we are particularly excited to introduce our NITRObrew, a truly unique nitrogen and coffee combo working together to bring you smoother, silkier coffee with a luscious creaminess,”  says Carrboro Coffee Roasters owner Scott Conary. “The distinct flavor of each coffee from our Farmer Direct Relationships is pronounced, and there is a much more complex aroma and flavor gained through the micro-bubbles in each sip. The nitrogen and the live pour ensures the sweetest and smoothest nitro coffee you have ever tasted. We guarantee you have never had Nitro coffee this sweet and unique before.”

Carrboro Coffee’s NITRObrew is currently available at Open Eye Cafe MondayThursday 7am-11pmFriday & Saturday 7am- Midnight and Sunday 8am-11pm at 101 S. Greensboro Street in Downtown Carrboro. The roaster plans to offer NITRObrew in additional cafes in the coming year.

Closed Labor Day

Open Eye Cafe will be CLOSED this Labor Day to finish our renovations! We’ve been working on an exciting new project with Carrboro Coffee Roasters, so be sure to stop back by on September 5th to check it out! Stay tuned for more details.

Indy Week Best of 2017

We’re excited to announce that our very own Ryann Giorgi has been voted Best Barista in Orange/Chatham Counties for Indy Week’s Best of the Triangle! We’re so proud of you, and we love having you on our team. Congrats, Ryann!

Cardinal Directions Beer Festival

We’re excited to join Steel String Brewery at the Cardinal Directions Beer Festival on May 21st at 1pm. We’ll be serving our Direct Relationship coffees alongside the other brews at Carrboro Town Commons. Purchase your tickets here.

Farm to Fork 2017

We’re excited to be participating in this year’s Farm to Fork weekend! Join us at Fearrington Village where we’ll be serving all of your favorite Direct Relationship coffees. Click here to learn more and purchase tickets!

Steel String Brewery Collaboration

We’re excited to announce that our No Quarter Coffee Stout is back! Grab a pint at Steel String Brewery, or pick up a six-pack at Open Eye Cafe or Caffe Driade.

CH Magazine Best Of – Vote for Us!

Please take a second to vote for us among your other favorites in the Best of Chapel Hill at chapelhillmagazine.com:

Bike Pump & Fixit Station–Ribbon Cutting April 12th

Hey riders…we want to make your life easier. Join us Wednesday, April 12th at 6:00pm to celebrate the new outdoor bike pump and fixit station at Open Eye! Our ribbon-cutting ceremony includes a Fix-a-Flat Demo, Giveaways, and Refreshments; and should be fun for cyclists of all ages!