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The Coffee Shop Hub

Specialty coffee, brewing guides & cafe culture

Your daily cup of coffee knowledge — single origins, home brewing recipes, barista tips, and the best gear. Pull up a chair and stay a while.

Welcome to the Coffee Shop Hub

Our story

We believe great coffee starts with respect — for the farmers who grow it, the roasters who unlock it, and the baristas who serve it. Here you will find curated links, brewing guides, and fresh posts about everything from Ethiopian naturals to the perfect flat white.

Start here

Useful links

Specialty Coffee Association Coffee brewing guides (Blue Bottle)Shop whole bean coffee (Trade)World Barista Championship events James Hoffmann on YouTube

Cafe moments

Learn to brew

The V60 pour-over masterclass

Use 15g of medium-fine coffee to 250g of water at 94°C. Bloom with 50g for 45 seconds, then pour slowly in circles. Aim for a total brew time of about 3 minutes.

Ultimate V60 technique

Explore the menu

House favorites

Honey oat latte, brown-sugar cold brew, cortado, and our seasonal maple flat white.

From bean to cup

Gear we love

Baratza burr grinders Fellow kettles Hario V60 drippers Email the hub