Brewing Culture: The SisterYard’s Cold Brew Journey

We recently had the pleasure of interviewing The SisterYard, a unique cold brew company based in Brooklyn, NY. What sets them apart? Their innovative approach to cold brew, which is crafted specifically using coconut water.

You can view the interview here! https://www.youtube.com/shorts/qzHSqNuK4tQ

Meet The SisterYard

Founded by sisters Tina and Yami Correa, The SisterYard is a testament to entrepreneurial spirit and familial collaboration. Originally from Venezuela, the sisters initially ran cooking classes in Miami. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, they pivoted brilliantly, transforming challenge into opportunity by launching their distinctive cold brew business.

Now operating full-time, The SisterYard offers their coconut water-brewed cold brew online and through various pop-up locations, which they announce on their Instagram. Some notable spots include Smorgasburg, Hana Makgeolli, and Barney’s.

Key Insights from Our Conversation

1. Bridging Cultures Through Coffee

Tina and Yami brought their Venezuelan coffee culture to New York’s iced coffee scene. Their cold brew is more than a beverage—it’s a cultural bridge, blending their roots with NYC’s dynamic food landscape.

2. Pandemic Resilience

The sisters navigated the pandemic’s challenges with remarkable adaptability. Their journey involved mastering e-commerce and identifying their target market—a process that required creativity, persistence, and strategic thinking.

3. Balancing Business and Sisterhood

While business partners, Tina and Yami prioritize their relationship as sisters. They candidly shared the challenges of working together, acknowledging that family comes first. To maintain balance, they intentionally set aside time to connect beyond work, ensuring they don’t lose sight of their familial bond.

4. Inspiration from the NYC Coffee Community

The sisters draw inspiration from local coffee shops like Radio Bakery and Librae Bakery. They appreciate not just the coffee, but also the pastries and the social media buzz these establishments have created on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

Supporting The SisterYard

Want to experience their unique coconut water cold brew? Keep an eye on their Instagram for upcoming pop-up events and visit their website to purchase their distinctive beverage.

Follow The SisterYard: https://www.instagram.com/thesisteryard/ | Shop Now: https://thesisteryard.com/