The wait is over, Dolly fans: Cup of Ambition™ coffee is finally yours to enjoy at home!
Dolly’s signature coffee line is now available in 12 oz ground (10 ct K-Cup® pods coming soon), letting you brew a cup from one of the world’s most beloved icons. Inspired by Dolly’s anthem “9 to 5”, Cup of Ambition is meant to bring a smile to those chasing their dreams.
And Dolly knew all about dreaming big.
“I thought the Cup of Ambition would be a fantastic name for a coffee brand, and I've been working towards this for over 40 years,” shared Dolly back in June when she was visiting Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop. “This is just one of those dreams that's taken a little longer than I thought it might, but we've got it and it's working. I can't wait for you to try it. But I couldn't be more happy with it. Community Coffee has been a fantastic partner for me and I like the way they think.”
Crafted in partnership with Community Coffee, Cup of Ambition is available in three rich and smooth varieties: an easy-drinking Light Roast, a balanced Medium Roast, and a bold Dark Roast.
The entire collection is available for nationwide shipping on CupOfAmbition.com, CommunityCoffee.com, TikTok Shop, Amazon.com, and Walmart.com. To check retailer availability near you, use our Store Locator.
A Shared Vision in Every Cup
The Cup of Ambition partnership is built on a mutual love for uplifting communities, embracing family, and celebrating authenticity.
Community Coffee is honored to share Dolly’s Cup of Ambition with the world, and to play a small part in carrying her legacy forward.
“Dolly had a warmth that made you feel like you’d known her forever,” said Donna Saurage, third-generation Community Coffee owner. “We connected over our love of family, serving our communities and bringing people together, and it was a true joy to help make her dream of a Cup of Ambition coffee become a reality.”
In addition to roasting Cup of Ambition, we proudly support Dolly’s Imagination Library of Louisiana in its mission to inspire a love of reading in children from birth to age five.
Community Coffee is proud to be the anchor funding partner for Lafayette Parish in our home state of Louisiana. Together with our partners at the Lafayette Parish School System and United Way of Acadiana, we’re helping put books in the hands and homes of children across the region.
It's one of the many ways we're Creating Community Over Coffee™, while upholding Dolly’s dream that every child should grow up in a home full of books.
Cup of Ambition FAQs
What is Cup of Ambition coffee?
Cup of Ambition is Dolly Parton’s signature coffee line and a dream of hers for more than 40 years. It’s inspired by Dolly’s anthem “9 to 5” and crafted to reflect her warmth, optimism, and hardworking spirit. Above all, Cup of Ambition is meant to bring a smile to those chasing their dreams.
Why did Dolly Parton make Cup of Ambition?
For years, Dolly dreamed of creating a coffee brand that would bring people together over great conversation, warm memories, and a really good cup of coffee.
What’s Community Coffee’s role in Cup of Ambition?
We developed Cup of Ambition coffees in partnership with Dolly, and we continue to roast them just how she liked. Our continued partnership is built on a shared appreciation for quality coffee, family, and community.
We’re honored to share Dolly’s Cup of Ambition with the world, and to play a small part in carrying her legacy forward.
Where can I find Dolly Parton’s Cup of Ambition?
Cup of Ambition will be available online and in stores starting September 29, 2026.
You can also enjoy the coffees in the Cup of Ambition Café at Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop, located off Exit 22 on I-65 south of Nashville, Tennessee.
Can I buy Dolly Parton’s Cup of Ambition coffee online?
Yes! Cup of Ambition is available for nationwide shipping at this link, CupOfAmbition.com, TikTok Shop, Amazon.com, and Walmart.com.
Which stores can I find Dolly’s Cup of Ambition at?
In-store availability varies by location. Use our Store Locator to see if it’s available near you.
If you can’t find Cup of Ambition at your local store, you can still get it shipped nationwide from our collection, CupOfAmbition.com, TikTok Shop, Amazon.com, and Walmart.com.
How many Cup of Ambition coffees are there?
There are currently three Cup of Ambition coffees available for purchase: Light Roast, Medium Roast, and Dark Roast.
What formats does Cup of Ambition come in?
Cup of Ambition coffees are currently available in 12 oz ground bags only. They’ll become available in 10 ct K-Cup® pod boxes in mid-October 2026.
What does Cup of Ambition Light Roast taste like?
Cup of Ambition Light Roast has notes of vanilla, stone fruit, and cocoa nib. It’s an inviting and easy-drinking blend that’s perfect for any occasion.
What does Cup of Ambition Medium Roast taste like?
Cup of Ambition Medium Roast has notes of milk chocolate, berry, and caramel. It’s smooth, balanced, and lively — great for sipping on all day.
What does Cup of Ambition Dark Roast taste like?
Cup of Ambition Dark Roast has notes of cherry and bittersweet chocolate. It’s rich and full-bodied, so you can enjoy it on its own for a bolder cup, or add milk or flavored creamers.
Is Dolly Parton’s Cup of Ambition a flavored coffee?
No, Cup of Ambition coffees aren’t flavored.
Is Community Coffee really partners with Dolly Parton?
Yes! We developed Cup of Ambition coffees in partnership with Dolly, and we continue to roast them just how she liked. Our continued partnership is built on a shared appreciation for quality coffee, family, and community.
We’re honored to share Dolly’s Cup of Ambition with the world, and to play a small part in carrying her legacy forward.
When did the Cup of Ambition partnership start?
We began working with Dolly Parton in 2026, and we were thrilled to publicly debut her Cup of Ambition coffee at Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop in June of that year.
Are you going to continue to make Cup of Ambition after Dolly Parton’s passing?
Yes, our partnership and plans for the brand will continue in memory of Dolly. We worked closely with Dolly to make her dream of having a coffee line happen, and we remain committed to honoring her vision.
Why did Community Coffee do the Cup of Ambition partnership?
Our partnership began with a shared appreciation for quality coffee, family, and community. We’ve always believed in the same things Dolly stood for: that small acts of kindness and human connection can make a lasting impact, and that everyday people and local communities should be celebrated.
Is Community Coffee involved with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library?
Yes! Every Cup of Ambition coffee helps support Dolly’s Imagination Library, and we’re also proud to be the anchor funding partner for Lafayette Parish in our home state of Louisiana. Education is a cause we’ve always been passionate about, so we’re proud to help inspire a love of reading in children.
Will Cup of Ambition coffee be available in gas stations and convenience stores?
Right now the coffees are only featured at the Cup of Ambition Café at Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop, located off Exit 22 on I-65 south of Nashville, Tennessee.
At this time, Cup of Ambition is not available for other gas stations, convenience stores, or hospitality accounts.
Can I get Cup of Ambition for my business?
At this time, Cup of Ambition isn’t available for businesses.
How is Dolly Parton’s Cup of Ambition different than red-bag Community® coffee?
Cup of Ambition coffees are special blends chosen by Dolly Parton, to fulfill her decades-long dream of sharing a coffee brand with the world. They're inspired by her anthem "9 to 5" and meant to bring a smile to those chasing their dreams.
Cup of Ambition coffees are specially crafted for Dolly, and held to the same high-quality standards as our red-bag Community coffees. Each coffee is a 100% Arabica blend that's roasted and cupped by our coffee experts, and backed by over 107 years of expertise.
What kind of coffee drinker would enjoy Dolly’s Cup of Ambition?
Cup of Ambition comes in three delicious roasts, so any type of coffee drinker will find something they love. There’s an easy-drinking Light Roast, a balanced Medium Roast, and a bold Dark Roast.
These blends also make a great gift for Dolly Parton fans!
Where can I learn more about Cup of Ambition?
You can learn more and sign up for updates at communitycoffee.com/pages/dolly-parton and CupOfAmbition.com.