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Summer is the perfect time to refresh your drinks menu with light, eye-catching, and profitable options that keep your customers coming back. Whether you're a high-street coffee shop, boutique café, or hotel lounge, these iced drink ideas are simple to serve,...

Why Quality Coffee in the Workplace Matters When it comes to creating a thriving workplace, the little things matter. From the ambiance of your office to the perks you offer your employees, every detail contributes to morale, productivity, and overall satisfaction....

Thinking of launching your own café? You're in for an exciting journey, and we've got you covered with the ins and outs of kitting out a successful coffee shop. This guide will unravel the essentials of coffee equipment, ensuring you're ready to brew that flawless...

Batch your drinks during service We often see in coffee shops basically training baristas who have not been trained in efficient drinks making with behaviours such as making one drink at a time or making drinks in an inefficient order. This leads to slow service...

What is Speciality Coffee? “Not all coffees are born equal” ‘Specialty (or speciality) coffee’ is a term often bounded around in the coffee industry, but not always accurately – and all too often, as a ‘trendy’ label. It’s easy to think that any ‘nice’ coffee,...

Why is coffee machine maintenance important? Your coffee machine, whether purchased or leased, is integral to the success of your business. But the quality of the machine itself won’t deliver an award winning customer experience that has queues forming around the...

What coffee is best for my business? Are you an aspiring coffee shop owner? A wannabe boutique hotelier? Perhaps you’ve got a dream to open your own garden centre? You’ve no doubt created mood boards a-plenty, saved countless Pinterest images, researched your ideal...

What makes a perfect barista? “Barista” – the dictionary definition will suggest that this is “a person who prepares and serves espresso-based coffee drinks…” You can’t really argue with that, can you? You can, however, consider what else is involved and what sets...

Unlock Your Barista Potential: A Comprehensive Guide to Excelling in the Art of Coffee Are you passionate about coffee and dreaming of a career where you can showcase your talents behind the counter? Aspiring baristas, this guide is for you! Being a barista is more...

Purchasing coffee in bulk can be a cost-effective and convenient way to ensure you never run out of your favourite brew. Whether you're a coffee shop owner, a dedicated caffeine enthusiast, or simply prefer the convenience of having a well-stocked pantry, buying...