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Duchesne's Best-Kept Secret

Locally owned coffee & cookhouse on Main Street — scratch-made breakfast, honest espresso, and a wall of conspiracies to keep you company.

Inside Black Sheep Coffee & Cookhouse, Duchesne, Utah
Exhibit 01 — The Manifesto

What We Stand For (And Serve)

Exhibit 02 — Declassified

Know What You're Ordering

Four drinks, four totally different experiences. Here's the difference at a glance — what's in the cup, and how big that cup actually is.

Espresso · 1–2oz
Americano · 8–12oz
Latte · 12–16oz
Frappé · 16oz+

Espresso

A small, concentrated shot pulled under pressure. No milk, no water — just bold, fast coffee.

Milk: NoneServed: Hot, in a small cup

Doppio

A double shot of espresso. Same character, twice the amount — for when one shot isn't enough.

Milk: NoneServed: Hot, in a small cup

Ristretto

A "restricted" shot — pulled with less water, so it's more concentrated, syrupy, and slightly sweeter.

Milk: NoneServed: Hot, in a small cup

Long Shot (Lungo)

Espresso pulled with extra water running through the grounds — milder and more diluted than a standard shot.

Milk: NoneServed: Hot, in a small cup

Latte

Espresso with steamed milk and a thin layer of foam. Mostly milk — smooth, mellow, easy to drink.

Milk: A lotServed: Hot or iced, tall glass

Cappuccino

Equal parts espresso, steamed milk, and foam. Lighter and airier than a latte, with a stronger coffee bite.

Milk: Moderate, lots of foamServed: Hot, standard cup

Macchiato

Espresso "marked" with just a dollop of foam. Barely any milk — almost as bold as a straight shot.

Milk: Very littleServed: Hot, small cup

Cortado

Espresso cut with a small, equal amount of steamed milk — stronger than a latte, smoother than a shot.

Milk: Moderate, little foamServed: Hot, small glass

Flat White

Espresso with steamed milk and very little foam — similar to a latte, but smaller and stronger.

Milk: Moderate, minimal foamServed: Hot, small-mid cup

Mocha

A latte with chocolate stirred in — where your coffee order and your hot cocoa order meet in the middle.

Milk: A lot, plus chocolateServed: Hot or iced, tall glass

Drip / Brewed Coffee

Grounds steeped and filtered the classic way. The everyday "cup of coffee" — no espresso machine involved.

Milk: Your callServed: Hot, standard mug

Americano

Espresso stretched out with hot water. Tastes close to drip coffee, but starts from an espresso shot.

Milk: None by defaultServed: Hot, standard mug

French Press

Coarse grounds steep directly in hot water, then get pressed. Full-bodied, unfiltered, and rich.

Milk: Your callServed: Hot, standard mug

Iced Coffee

Regular brewed coffee, chilled and poured over ice. Straightforward and refreshing.

Milk: Your callServed: Cold, tall glass

Cold Brew

Coffee steeped in cold water for many hours instead of brewed hot. Smoother, less acidic, and stronger.

Milk: Your callServed: Cold, tall glass

Iced Latte

Espresso and cold milk over ice — the latte's warm-weather sibling.

Milk: A lotServed: Cold, tall glass

Frappé

Coffee or espresso blended with ice until slushy. Cold, sweet, closer to a milkshake than a coffee.

Milk: Often, plus flavoringServed: Cold, tall glass + straw

Black Tea

Fully oxidized tea leaves — bold and robust. The base for most classic hot tea.

Caffeine: ModerateServed: Hot or iced

Chai

Black tea brewed with warming spices — cinnamon, cardamom, ginger — usually with steamed milk.

Caffeine: ModerateServed: Hot or iced

Green Tea

Lightly oxidized leaves with a lighter, grassier flavor and less caffeine than black tea.

Caffeine: LightServed: Hot or iced

Herbal Tea

Not technically "tea" — dried fruits, flowers, or herbs steeped in hot water. Naturally caffeine-free.

Caffeine: NoneServed: Hot, mug
Personnel Files

Persons of Interest

Shelbi

Shelbi

Head Barista

Koda

Koda

Barista

Kenz

Kenz

Barista

Shelbi

Shelbi

Cook

Shelbi

Shelbi

Baker

Exhibit 02 · Continued

The Origin File

Wade, Shelbi, and Mike
Fig. 1 — Wade, Shelbi & MikeVerified

Black Sheep Coffee & Cookhouse started in 2019, when Shelbi — already a decade into the coffee industry after cutting her teeth at Coffee Pod in Provo — moved to Duchesne, bought the local coffee shop, and built something new alongside her daughter (who has since moved on). The name wasn't an accident: Shelbi named it Black Sheep because that's how she'd always felt herself, and she wanted a place that made the rest of Duchesne's black sheep feel like they belonged too. The hope from day one was simple — bring a little more life to a small town.

That mission hasn't changed since. Shelbi still believes the business was never really about the money — it's about the people, the community, and the attitude behind the counter.

Shelbi

Shelbi

Cook, Baker & Barista — Kitchen/Bar Manager

Mike

Mike

Acquisition, Growth & Financial Manager

Wade

Wade

Business Manager

Oden and Gideon

In loving memory of Oden and Gideon.

Exhibit 03 — Sightings

Visual Evidence From The Field

Exhibit 04 — Eyewitness Accounts

Sworn Statements From The Regulars

Debbie called out the huge range of coffee options and the totally kicked-back vibe — the service was stellar, the staff genuinely welcoming, a real find in such a small farming town.

— Debbie W., May 20, 2025, via Yelp

Robert stopped in after his hotel coffee proved undrinkable, and immediately liked the vibe — industrial, blue-collar, nothing like a chain.

— Robert P., November 8, 2024, via Yelp

Angel calls it her favorite spot in Duchesne — she comes for a soda and to study, and loves the live music nights, the monthly paint night, and the local craft vendor booths.

— Angel M., September 17, 2022, via Yelp

The BEST iced chai I have ever had. I got the Iced Raspberry Chai Latte. So delicious!! We visit Duchesne every summer from San Diego and this will now be my go to spot and drink when in town. The ladies even handed out handmade bread bracelets, such a fun idea!

— Brittany L., via Google

Amazing!! Everything is amazing, the food, the drinks the atmosphere!

— Janelle W., via Google

Very cute and very respectful workers, always nice, and the owner is the best. Kid friendly, homemade cinnamon rolls are so good — coffee and service is overall amazing.

— Kayden W., via Google

This place is a GEM, the owner is so kind! The hospitality is unmatched and nothing like any place I've been to in the area. The vibe of the place is so comfy, cozy, and welcoming — you feel it the minute you come through the door. We always find ourselves admiring and enjoying the atmosphere longer than it takes for us to get our stuff! The drinks and food stay consistently amazing every time we come, and they have the best options and choices — great portions and so filling! Love this place, they know how to keep people coming back!

— Adelaida M., via Google

Incredible coffee, amazing food and the owner is absolutely sweet!

— Katherine T., via Google

Loved the atmosphere 💚 food was great.

— Debbie M., via Google

Awesome spot! Lots of plants and greenery 🌱🪴🪻, great food and coffee, and they have a couple scaley mascots including a bearded dragon 🐉 and a blue iguana 🦎. Plus they have an ATM if you need to grab some cash 💵.

— Timothy J., via Google

Great homey place!

— Adam T., via Google

They are totally amazing, great food, an ATM, and the best sandwiches on the block.

— Paul S., via Google

I loved the strawberry Frappe I received from them. They were super friendly, walked me through the menu, and the atmosphere was amazing. They even said hi right as I walked in the door. I loved the little arcade and fresh plants!

— Samara S., via Google
Exhibit 05 — Gathering Grounds

Where The Herd Meets

Fely's Mexican Restaurant, Duchesne, Utah
Local Legend

Fely's Mexican Restaurant

This Month's Honoree

Family owned, small, and friendly — just a block away from Black Sheep. The food is good, tasty, and authentic, the kind you'd get if you sat down for dinner at someone's family home, and the atmosphere matches. If you haven't been yet, go — we don't think you'll be disappointed.

Updated monthly · Send the next honoree's info anytime
Aug 1, 15, 29 · 7PM

Open Game Night

Every other Saturday at 7PM, starting August 1st — then August 15th and 29th. Come enjoy a classic game night with Uno, Skip-Bo, and plenty of other options.

Aug 29

Kickstands Up for Kat

A cancer awareness ride and fundraiser, hosted by Bikers Against Bullying – Suicide Prevention.

Bikers on Highway 40 near Duchesne

Duchesne sits right on Hwy 40, and there's room for everyone — a large lot in the rear, on-street parking out front and along one side, plus plenty more parking directly across the street. Main Street sees heavy traffic through spring, summer, and fall, especially around the county fair, the 4th of July parade, and the Moonlake Gathering. Bikers from all over the country like to pull in, relax, cool off, and grab some tasty refreshments.

Duchesne County Fairgrounds at sunset
Duchesne County Fairgrounds — the town's biggest gathering, most summers
Also In The Shop

Local Makers

Handcrafted jewelry by Chara Carey, Duchesne, UT

Chara Carey

Handcrafted jewelry & charms

DM Paintings and Prints by David Moore, Duchesne, UT

David Moore

DM Paintings & Prints — original acrylic, oil & watercolor

Shad Thomas Photography wildlife prints

Shad Thomas

Shad Thomas Photography — local wildlife prints

The Majorana Equation, a novel by W. Wade Hood

The Majorana Equation

By W. Wade Hood — expected publish date August 1, 2026

Exhibit 06 — Off-Site Operations

We Deploy

Weddings, work events, family gatherings, community fundraisers — Black Sheep shows up off-site with the same coffee and cookhouse food you'd get on Main Street. Minimum group size is 10 people, though we're flexible. We prefer at least 10 days' lead time, especially for larger orders. Pricing is by quote only, since it depends on what's wanted and needed for your event — we'll go over what's required when we put your quote together.

01

Hot Coffee Delivered

Coffee delivered hot for your office, job site, or event.

02

Drinks Delivered To Order

Send us the order, we'll deliver it made to spec.

03

Breakfast & Brunch Trays

Scratch-made favorites, portioned for groups.

04

Custom Event Menus

Tell us the event, we'll build the spread.

We're also working on getting DoorDash to come to Black Sheep — stay tuned.

Exhibit 07 — Wanted

Help Wanted, Duchesne

Wanted

Barista

Part-Time · 4–8 Hour Shifts
  • Must be 16 or older (14+ with parental consent and a signed waiver)
  • Have, or be willing to get, a food handler's permit
  • Work the shifts you're scheduled for, even if it conflicts with personal plans
  • No phones during your shift — breaks only
Apply by Email
Wanted

Cook

Part-Time · Early Mornings
  • Must be 18 or older
  • Prior cooking experience required
  • Willing to work early mornings
  • Have, or be willing to get, a food handler's permit
  • Available to work 4–8 hour shifts
  • Stay busy the whole shift — if there are no customers, you're cleaning, prepping, staging, or doing dishes. No sitting, except on break.
  • Friendly with every customer who walks in
  • Willing to learn and follow Black Sheep's existing recipes exactly as written and taught
  • Work the shifts you're scheduled for, even if it conflicts with personal plans
  • No phones during your shift — breaks only
Apply by Email
Wanted

Baker

Part-Time · Early Mornings
  • Must be 18 or older
  • Prior baking experience required
  • Willing to work early mornings
  • Have, or be willing to get, a food handler's permit
  • Available to work 4–8 hour shifts
  • Stay busy the whole shift — if there are no customers, you're cleaning, prepping, staging, or doing dishes. No sitting, except on break.
  • Friendly with every customer who walks in
  • Willing to learn and follow Black Sheep's existing recipes exactly as written and taught
  • Work the shifts you're scheduled for, even if it conflicts with personal plans
  • No phones during your shift — breaks only
Apply by Email
Exhibit 08 — Coordinates

Find The Hideout

HoursTue–Sat 8am–3pm · Sun 9am–12pm · Closed Monday
Duchesne County seal Proudly serving Duchesne County since 2019
Black Sheep Coffee & Cookhouse storefront sign