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Ditch the instant granules – here's where to get (real) coffee on Christmas Day
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Ditch the instant granules – here’s where to get (real) coffee on Christmas Day

22 Dec 2021

There is so much hype leading up to Christmas and we often forget one of the most vital things – where the heck do you get coffee on Christmas morning? Luckily there are a handful of amazing local cafes that are swinging open the doors so we can all get caffeinated for the big day of festivities! Put down the tin of International Roast, here are some spots open for (real) coffee on Christmas Day. Oh, and a big shout out to the talented baristas and hospo mates working on Christmas – you guys rock! more

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For the love of oat milk – you need to try Alt Coffee
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For the love of oat milk – you need to try Alt Coffee

28 Jul 2021

No matter your personal preferences, it's undeniable that dairy milk alternatives for a morning brew are becoming more prevalent. Whether you're partial to macadamia, can't go past oat milk or you've got a soft spot for soy, there's one issue – generally, coffee has been roasted with dairy milk envisioned as its eventual partner. Well, caffeine lovers, you're in luck – the legends at Uki's Bastion Lane Espresso have delivered a solution to the milk dilemma – Alt Coffee , which has been purposely created with milk alternatives in mind. more

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Crack a tin of sparkling cold brew coffee from Industry Beans
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Crack a tin of sparkling cold brew coffee from Industry Beans

03 Sep 2020

In the immortal words of Nelly, it's getting hot in here but instead of taking off all of your clothes (which may or may not be appropriate depending on your current setting), Industry Beans is here to help you keep your cool with two exciting new ready-to-drink products – Single Origin Cold Brew and for something a little extra, a Sparkling Single Origin Cold Brew.  more

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Never run out of coffee again with a subscription from Barker St
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Never run out of coffee again with a subscription from Barker St

23 Jul 2020

If you're a committed coffee consumer like us, it's highly likely that you too know the pain of firing up your coffee machine for that sweet, delicious energy hit you so desperately need only to discover you're fresh out of beans. It's enough to ruin your day, but the good news is, Barker St is here to save you from caffeine withdrawals with a dedicated online marketplace and subscription service. more

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Ethical home brews – Blackboard launches biodegradable coffee pods
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Ethical home brews – Blackboard launches biodegradable coffee pods

27 Apr 2017

Do you have a Nespresso machine? Do you? Come on, be honest, we're all friends here. Whilst we never (ever) assume, we're going to go out on a limb and say that there are a fair chunk of you that DO have a Nespresso in your possession. Well, it doesn't have to be your dirty little secret anymore, because Blackboard Coffee has just launched its first collection of coffee pods. Not only can you enjoy the Blackboard goodness at home, you'll also be changing the world, one pod at a time (for real). more

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The Weekend Series: boutique coffee roasters from Southeast Queensland you should know
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The Weekend Series: boutique coffee roasters from Southeast Queensland you should know

09 Mar 2017

Coffee is a big deal – we drink so much of it that it practically pumps through our veins. The nectar of the gods is crucial to so many aspects of our weekly routine (that early morning wake up, the deadline push, the Sunday brunch) that we only accept the good stuff. Now, don’t get us wrong – Queensland is flush with great coffee roasters, but we’ve decided to break it down to five great boutique operations that treat coffee roasting like an art form. If you take your coffee as seriously as us, we suggest you seek out these five Southeast Queensland-based roasters immediately. more

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It's all about the coffee at Currumbin's new Portside espresso bar
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It’s all about the coffee at Currumbin’s new Portside espresso bar

05 Jan 2017

Seriously, we've fallen in love with Currumbin Creek Road. This little southern pocket that connects the M1 to Currumbin Valley and the beach is a hive of activity with everything from arts and yoga, to cafes and homewares stores. So, when local barista Jeremy Lawnikanis decided to dive into his first venture, Portside Coffee, this location was a no-brainer. more

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Sip coffee with conscience at Parlour Coffee
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Sip coffee with conscience at Parlour Coffee

20 Aug 2015

For many coffee drinkers it’s a non-negotiable part of the morning but how many of us have paused to consider the origins of the beans or how they made their way from the farm to your cup? Parlour Coffee is here to change that by educating patrons about the traceability of its coffee. more

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CoffeeSock Co. makes cold-brew a breeze
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CoffeeSock Co. makes cold-brew a breeze

06 Aug 2015

While chilly mornings still have the majority of coffee addicts reaching for a warm cup of freshly brewed espresso, cold-brew converts can appreciate the smoother, naturally sweeter flavour of the chilled caffeinated beverage all year round. more