Why Home Water Filtration is the Key to Better Coffee
We all talk about beans, grinders, and brewing gadgets. But here’s the truth: coffee is 98% water and water filtration. If your water isn’t up to scratch, your cup won’t be either. And if you live in a hard water area (most of the UK does), you’re not just hurting flavour — you’re slowly filling […]
Why Green Coffee Prices Are Surging Again?
If you have been paying attention to the coffee world lately, you might have noticed something worrying. The cost of green coffee has been climbing fast. Not just a small rise, but sharp jumps that have caught a lot of people off guard. As someone who spends every day surrounded by coffee, I want to […]
Best Bean to Cup Coffee Machines for Home 2025
A bean to cup coffee machine grinds fresh beans and makes coffee with one button. No pods. No manual tamping. Just fresh coffee. Now, don’t get me wrong. It’s hard for a push-button machine to compete with a proper manual espresso setup. If you want to weigh doses, dial in shots, and steam milk by […]
From Our Hearts to Yours an Update
It’s been a while since our last update, and there’s a lot to share — so thank you for sticking with us. If you make it to the end, please know how truly grateful we are. The fire took us on a journey we never imagined. In the weeks and months that followed, we’ve walked […]
One Week On: Finding Hope After the Fire
One Week On: Finding Hope After the Fire Just one week ago, on the 24th of April, a devastating fire swept through our roastery, destroying everything—our equipment, stock, records, and the space we poured our hearts into. The days since have been an emotional whirlwind—grief, disbelief, frustration, but also immense gratitude and hope. The outpouring […]
Rising from the Ashes: Thank You for Standing With Us
What started two generations ago as a small dream—just a father, a hand-me-down roaster, and a deep love for good coffee—grew into something we could have never imagined: a family-run roastery that’s proudly served our community for decades. Every bag of coffee, every roast, every early morning grind wasn’t just a job. It was our […]
What is washed process coffee?
Coffee processing plays a pivotal role in shaping a coffee’s final flavor profile. Among the various post-harvest methods, the washed process—also known as the wet process—is one of the most prevalent and revered for producing clean, vibrant, and acidic flavor notes. Unlike natural or honey processes that involve drying the fruit with some or all […]
What’s the right grind size for me?
Coffee aficionados know that the grind size of your coffee is just as important as the beans themselves. The grind affects everything—from the extraction time to the final flavor in your cup. Each brewing method demands a specific grind size to achieve the perfect balance of flavor, aroma, and body. Whether you’re crafting an espresso, […]
How Much Caffeine Is Too Much Caffeine
Oh beautiful caffeine, the rocket fuel of choice for most people who visit our blog. Today we are going to discuss how much caffeine is too much caffeine, which is something we get asked very often. Many of us jump start our day with a dose of caffeine ( a cup of coffee) and we […]