Botanical Brew — Restaurant in Lyman

This amazing coffee shop/houseplant store has quickly become one of my favorite places. I moved close by last year and have been many, many times. Great atmosphere- either to go in and pick your drink up, or equally wonderful vibes to sit on one of the cute sofas and chill. Espresso drinks are always, always fabulous! I’ve worked at a coffee shop before and rather picky about how espresso drinks are crafted… Brock makes awesome drinks, 100% of the time, and obviously takes pride in creating them. I recently did a curbside pickup and ended up being 10-15 minutes late, picking it up… Brock insisted on making a new one for me (the French Rose, my new favorite!). Houseplant selection is awesome, with new arrivals frequently, and very reasonably priced. If you have any interest in purchasing a house plant, do yourself a favor and go here (instead of one of the big box stores!). Andie is a great resource with her green thumb and will advise you to help you be successful. There was a rather difficult little plant I bought (a flying squid), which died when I re-potted it… I asked Andie how to keep it from happening again, and she gave me a replacement! At this point, many of my houseplants are from here… see pics for some of them, and a couple that are cuttings from one Even if you have to drive a little ways, it’s definitely worth checking this amazing...

I would first like to establish something.

Botanical Brew is NOT the best coffee shop in Lyman. Or even in the upstate.

Botanical Brew is the best coffee shop on the freaking planet.

As if the unique atmosphere isn't enough, with the plethora of plant life surrounding you when you first arrive, most of which you can BRING HOME within the same trip...the coffee, tea, and energy drinks are to DIE for. With unique flavor combinations, such as peach pie Chai tea (my personal favorite), a "blue lagoon" energy drink, and a pumpkin spice latte that FAR surpasses Starbuck's. And that's just BARELY scratching the surface of what I consider the most ambitious and well-thought-out menu I've seen in a coffee shop.

It's a crime that there's only ONE location for Botanical Brew. Greenville, Charleston, Asheville, Atlanta...you name a city, and its value will SKYROCKET with Botanical Brew being added to it. Andie and Brock are extremely knowledgeable, kind, and give recommendations that NEVER MISS. You would be crazy to miss out on this coffee shop.

Now, to find out what my first PLANT...

I walked in and was instantly amazed by the variety of house plants, from Money Trees to Monsteras, from Palms to Philodendrons - they likely have what you're looking for. But this place is not just known for their plants - they serve coffee and other drinks as well. I was recommended the Lavender Latte and I was NOT disappointed. Floral, fruity, and perfect for someone who loves the taste of coffee or for someone who hasn't quite acquired the taste - what's more, it didn't scald my tongue as soon as I took a sip. Not only did I come home with my joe - I also asked for a recommendation for a plant that would be suited for my house and ended up getting a lovely Ficus Audrey - a cousin of the Fiddle Leaf Fig. The person helping me was absolutely wonderful and very patient as I took my time admiring all of the greenery. I'll definitely be returning on many future lunch breaks and will bring some friends...