Before March 2020 many people were happy to go to the nearest coffee shop for their caffeine fix. Leaving it in the hands of an experienced barista was the preferred option, handing over a small amount of your hard earned cash for a hand crafted drink seemed like a good...

It’s hard to pin down exactly when it happened. The word ‘sustainable’ used to market everything from new types of packaging, clothing and homeware. An explosion of articles and documentaries on how you yes, you can make life altering decisions for the good of the planet. We swapped plastic straws...

Sage Barista coffee machines reached a new high in popularity this winter. If you’ve been lucky enough to have unwrapped one yourself, there’s a good chance it was one of the models from Sage. With entry level machines becoming more affordable, it’s easy to see how the Sage machines may...

I used to believe that black coffee was for the hardcore coffee lovers or the people whose tastebuds no longer worked. Quality coffee is on the rise, gone are the days of bitter instant coffee. When prepared well, black coffee opens the door to a completely different taste experience. Why...

We’re myth busting. Everything from health misconceptions, to roast profiles and everything in between. Of course, we’re not doctors. However, the health benefits of coffee, especially when drunk black, are very well researched. We hope to educate you from an industry perspective to help you make informed and thoughtful decisions....

Over the last few years, you’ll have seen cold brew popping up in both chain and independent coffee shops alike. But what is cold brew? What makes it different to say, an iced Americano? And perhaps most importantly, why is it in a tin with ‘Nitro’ written on the front?...

Christian and Grace arrived at 10.30, and with them a flurry of sweet-smelling treats that went straight into the glass fronted cabinets, lined up like elegantly decorated soldiers. At the moment Christian and Grace deliver to Prescot and Lark Lane themselves every morning. “I’m not sure if it’s very efficient...

It’s dull. It’s pointless. It tastes funny, smells funny. To the dedicated and the hardcore, the idea of drinking decaf is sacrilege. When you think of decaf you think of an espresso that’s pale, insipid or something vaguely resembling the taste you’re used to. It’s the ‘what could’ve been’ –...

Calling this article ‘5 Minutes With’ does it somewhat of a disservice. However, cutting off the conversation at the 5 minute mark would have been even more so. My 5 Minutes (+) with George, owner of Wake & Cate, was an exploration of culture, humility and the admiration he has...

Over the past few years, fresh coffee has seen a surge in popularity. Although, with a surge in popularity comes an increase in suppliers claiming to 'be the best'. The main thing to think about is your taste preferences. Whether you've been drinking coffee for some time or a newcomer...