Meet Cristi Knudsen | Owner/Operator – The Rush Coffee & REALTOR

We had the good fortune of connecting with Cristi Knudsen and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Cristi, what do you attribute your success to?
The most important factor behind the success of The Rush Coffee is our deep commitment to community, quality service and products and reliability. From day one, I’ve focused on creating a business that not only serves great coffee but also fosters genuine connections with people. Building relationships with customers, local businesses, and event organizers has been key to growing our brand.

When it comes to quality, we don’t cut corners. Every drink we serve is crafted with care, using premium ingredients and prepared with attention to detail. I believe that when you put people and quality first, success follows naturally. It’s not just about serving coffee—it’s about providing an experience that brings joy to our customers and supports our local community.

This combination of high-quality products and a strong community focus has created a loyal following and helped The Rush Coffee become a part of the Front Range’s vibrant coffee culture.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?

One Week Boulder/Denver Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Boulder

Morning: Breakfast at The Buff (huge cinnamon rolls and huevos rancheros), stroll Pearl Street Mall
Afternoon: Lunch at The Kitchen, hike Chautauqua Park
Evening: Dinner at Frasca Food & Wine, drinks at The Bitter Bar

Day 2: Outdoor Adventure

Morning: Coffee at The Rush Coffee, hike or bike at Mount Sanitas or Boulder Creek Path
Afternoon: Lunch at The Chophouse, relax at Boulder Reservoir
Evening: Dinner at Oak at Fourteenth, live music at Fox Theatre

Day 3: Explore Denver

Morning: Breakfast at Denver Biscuit Company, visit Denver Art Museum
Afternoon: Lunch at Mercantile Dining in Union Station, beer crawl in LoDo
Evening: Dinner at Guard and Grace, cocktails at The Cruise Room

Day 4: More Denver Fun

Morning: Breakfast at Syrup, stroll through Denver Botanic Gardens
Afternoon: Lunch at Avanti F&B (food hall), shopping at 16th Street Mall
Evening: Dinner at Linger, drinks at Death & Co.

Day 5: Rocky Mountain National Park Day Trip

Morning: Early coffee and pastries at The Rush Coffee, hike at Rocky Mountain National Park
Afternoon: Lunch at Estes Park Brewery
Evening: Dinner at Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery in Boulder

Day 6: Chill Boulder Day

Morning: Breakfast at Tangerine, visit Pearl Street Farmers Market
Afternoon: Lunch at The Tap House, tea at the Dushanbe Teahouse
Evening: Dinner at Salt, drinks at Rayback Collective (food trucks and beers)

Day 7: Relax and Say Goodbye

Morning: Brunch at Sunflower
Afternoon: Stroll Boulder Creek Path, last coffee at The Rush Coffee

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I am especially thankful for the unwavering support of my family and friends as I embarked on the journey of starting a new business. Stepping out of my comfort zone was a big leap, and I’m so grateful to have had the most amazing cheerleaders by my side every step of the way.

Website: https://therushcoffee.com/boulder-co/

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