The batch brew in store was mediocre, but I'm mainly after beans to brew myself and it's close to work so I thought I'd try some of their single origin hoping to find a new regular destination for my weekly purchase.
Very poor quality bean or roast. The coffee/water ratio I've used with every other roaster I frequent, as a starting point to dial in the perfect brew, produced an extremely under extracted cup. Ending up on 26g to 200ml (double that) it was palatable, but the flavour remained lacklustre and simple. I don't know if this was just a bad batch but I won't be finishing the bag.
Staff very friendly and I had high hopes of a great third wave coffee shop within a short walk, but was sorely disappointed.
(I brew v60, with scales, gooseneck kettle and filtered water. This was the...
Read moreAbsolutely love this spot. Lamb’s Conduit Street is one of my favourite corners of London—full of charm, and Redemption Roasters fits right in. Their mission of training and employing prison leavers adds a meaningful layer to every cup of coffee, and it’s genuinely good coffee, too—smooth, strong, and consistently well-made.
The sidewalk seating is a real bonus, especially on scorching days when you need a breather in the shade with something iced. Great pastries too—fresh, flaky, and just the right amount of indulgence.
Pro tip: Use the Embargo app to collect loyalty stamps and earn free coffees. Good coffee, a good cause, and rewards? What else...
Read moreTwo stars for the oat flat white I got which is good. Three stars minus for the attitude I get over the first payment not going through and almost double charging me due to their Wi-Fi not working properly. I asked for a receipt which showed the cancellation of charge so I can take it up with my bank, they just wanted to settle this with a free coffee next time which is of no use because I don’t even live nearby. When the guy finally agreed to give me a refund, very reluctantly and looking obviously angry and frustrated, my Monzo app showed the first payment was cancelled. But I won’t come here again to receive this kind of...
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