Automated coffee vending kiosk and associated systems, processes and methods

An automated coffee vending kiosk for dispensing coffee, the kiosk comprising:

• a coffee brewing unit configured to brew coffee;
• a cup dispensing portion having a storage area for a plurality of cups and a blocking device, wherein the blocking device is moveable between a first position blocking access to the plurality of cups and a second position allowing access to the cups;
• and
• a coffee dispensing portion configured to dispense the coffee.

A method for brewing and dispensing coffee, the method comprising:

• presenting a plurality of selectable beverage options on a display screen of a kiosk;
• moving a blocking device to provide access to a cup positioned inside the kiosk;
• brewing coffee;
• and
• dispensing the coffee into the cup.