Beyond The Roastery - Small Batch Coffee Roasters Blog
Meet the Farmers behind Summer Punch
Jun 30, 2026
We're proud to source deliciously unique coffees from innovative producers across the globe, and the farmers behind Summer Punch - our new limited edition coffee blend - take extreme care when it comes to developing high-quality coffees. Meet the innovators behind the beans...
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Decaf Coffee Guide: How It's Made and Does It Taste Different?
Jun 24, 2026
Decaf has a reputation problem. For years it's been the watery, flavourless option at the bottom of the menu, something you order out of necessity rather than enjoyment. That reputation is well out of date.
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Best Espresso Machines with Grinder
Jun 14, 2026
Discover the best coffee machines with built-in grinders and find out why grinding fresh at home transforms your cup. Shop our range of Sage machines at Small Batch.
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Espresso vs. Filter Coffee: Which is the Best Brewing Method and Why
May 20, 2026
What is the best brewing method for coffee? It’s an age-old question, pitting espresso vs filter coffee against one another to claim superiority, when really it comes down to these 2 things...
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Meet Sol y Luna: The Half-Caff Coffee Built for Better Sleep
May 18, 2026
Every great blend starts with exceptional components. Sol y Luna is built from two carefully chosen Colombian coffees, one fully caffeinated, one decaffeinated, that share the same origin but serve very different roles in the cup.
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Single-Origin Coffees: How to Taste the Difference
May 13, 2026
Single origins are highly regarded by roasters and coffee drinkers across the UK for their high-grade quality and exciting flavours, and we think we source some of the best single origins on the market, but what exactly makes them so much better than blends?
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Sol y Luna Half Caff - Pour Over Brew Guide
May 11, 2026
Discover our Sol y Luna Half Caff blend, plus how to brew it as a Pour Over at home and create a smooth, fruity coffee.
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Sol y Luna Half Caff - Espresso Brew Guide
May 11, 2026
Discover our Sol y Luna Half Caff blend, plus how to brew it on espresso at home and create a sweet apple-flavoured coffee.
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UK Iced Coffee Trends and The Best Iced Coffees Recipes to Try at Home
Apr 24, 2026
Did you know that the UK has the highest iced coffee sales in Europe? Interesting for a country with average annual temperatures of 10°C and rain! But the stats don’t lie - UK iced coffee sales have grown 22% over the past five years1, with Starbucks reporting in 2024 that 75% of all global beverage sales were iced. Iced coffee is no longer a ‘summer treat’; it's a permanent shift in how a generation drinks coffee.
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Top 5 Dog Friendly Cafes in Brighton and Hove
Apr 22, 2026
Whether you’re a local looking for a new spot on your dog walk or a visitor researching the must-visit coffee shops, here’s the essential guide to the Top 5 Dog Friendly Cafes in Brighton.
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Why Coffee and Chocolate Are the Perfect Pairing
Apr 2, 2026
There are some flavour combinations that simply feel right, and coffee and chocolate sit firmly at the top of that list.
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Are You Getting the Best Out of Your Home Espresso Machine?
Mar 26, 2026
Learn how to get the best from your home espresso machine at our Portslade Coffee School. Hands on training, expert guidance, and a free bag of our Goldstone espresso.
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