Northport welcomed the third Tuscaloosa‑area 7 Brew drive‑thru coffee stand on Monday, adding a convenient spot for commuters and families traveling the Highway 82 corridor. The new location sits directly across from the massive University Beach lagoon resort project, which is slated to become a major tourism and recreation hub for West Alabama.
Free drinks and community‑focused promotions
To celebrate the opening, 7 Brew announced a series of “Community Hours” that run each day this week. Free small drinks are available from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., noon to 1 p.m., and 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., limited to one drink per customer present. Saturday, October 17, will be designated “Swag Day” from 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; anyone who purchases a large drink will receive a complimentary 7 Brew shirt while supplies last.
Local charitable effort
Prior to the grand opening, the Northport stand hosted a “Caffeine for a Cause” promotion benefitting the Nick’s Kids Foundation, underscoring the brand’s commitment to community involvement.
About 7 Brew
Founded in 2017 in Northwest Arkansas, 7 Brew has been operated by Brew Culture LLC since 2020. The chain now boasts more than 700 stands across 38 states, including high‑traffic locations on 15th Street and Skyland Boulevard in Tuscaloosa. The menu is organized into seven categories—coffee, energy drinks, fizz sodas, teas, lemonades, smoothies and shakes—offering over 20,000 possible drink combinations through a variety of syrups, milks, toppings and customizations.
Signature beverages include the “Blondie,” a vanilla‑caramel breve, and the “Sweet and Salty,” featuring salted caramel and white chocolate. Non‑coffee options range from the “Pink Mermaid” fizz soda to the “Tiger’s Blood” piña colada smoothie.
Proximity to University Beach development
The 7 Brew stand is positioned near the construction site of the $350 million University Beach resort, a planned lagoon and water‑park complex that will also feature a luxury Marriott hotel. Below‑ground construction on Highway 82 began in January, with vertical construction of key resort features expected to start before the end of the year. Harrison Construction Co., a Northport‑based firm, has been tapped to build the hotel, further tying the coffee stand to the broader economic growth of the area.
What this means for the community
For Northport residents, the new drive‑thru provides a quick, family‑friendly coffee option without leaving the highway corridor. The free‑drink promotion and shirt giveaway are designed to draw local traffic and introduce the brand’s extensive customization options. The opening also signals continued commercial investment in the region as the University Beach project progresses, promising additional jobs and tourism revenue.
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