How to Pick the Right Coffee for You

How to Pick the Right Coffee for You

Elise Porter

Whether your are just starting your speciality coffee journey, or just generally want to know a bit more about why different coffees taste the way they do? This is the perfect video for you! 

Our resident barista trainer and all things coffee guru Esther Hope-Gibbs is here to demystify your coffee experience and give you some help and advise on choosing the right coffee for you at home.

Esther is a Cardiff-based coffee professional. She became an AST trainer in 2018 and a licensed Q Grader in 2020 and has SCA certifications in barista, brewing, roasting and sensory coffee skills.

In this video we’ll explore:

• Single Origins vs. Blends: Learn the key differences and how they impact flavour.

• Coffee Varieties: Discover the most popular coffee beans and what makes each one unique.

• Processing Methods & Roast Levels: Join us in our Roastery as we walk through different processing methods (washed, natural, etc.) and demonstrate how roast levels—from light to dark—affect the final flavour of your coffee.

By the end of this guide, you’ll have a clearer idea of what coffee best suits your preferences. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment with your favourite brew!