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Jl. Dr. Kusuma Atmaja No.79 10, RT.10/RW.4, Menteng, Kec. Menteng, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10310, Indonesia
A foundational player in Indonesia's specialty scene, focusing on precision-driven manual pours and a sophisticated espresso program using beans from their own roasting facility. Their signature Ginger Milk Coffee…
9, Jalan Yap Ah Shak, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Led by World Latte Art and Coffee in Good Spirits finalists, the program features high-technical execution in milk-based drinks and signature cold brews like the strawberry cream and nitro infusions. The menu showcases…
20grams Coffee Roastery, 14 Arumugam Rd, #01-05 LTC Building C, Singapore 409959
Micro-roaster focusing on exceptionally light roast profiles and high-end varieties like Panama Geisha and Pink Bourbon. The program is precision-driven, offering vacuum-sealed retail beans and a technical pour-over…
No. 152號, Ximen St, North District, Hsinchu City, Taiwan 300
A dedicated micro-roastery focusing on light and medium roasts, 23 Coffee Roasters excels in clean, fruit-forward pour-overs and espresso drinks using house-roasted single-origin beans. Their program is uniquely paired…
No. 49號, Yijiao E Rd, Houzhuang Village, East District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600
A dedicated roastery-cafe where the program balances meticulously roasted single-origins with highly-regarded house blends. The bar features high-end equipment and a focused pour-over service accompanied by…
20 McCallum St, #01-K1 Tokio Marine Centre, Singapore 069046
A high-output CBD anchor delivering consistency through punchy house blends and rotating single-origin beans. They are particularly noted for their seamless integration of Oatside milk in their signature lattes and a…
Unit 103-104, West Aeropark Clark Global City, Zone, Clark Freeport, Angeles, 2023 Pampanga, Philippines
A technical multi-roaster program that showcases high-acidity Nordic roasts alongside their own light-roast profiles. They bridge specialty technicality with local flavor through signature drinks like the '717…
10 P.Hàm Long, Cửa Nam, Hà Nội, Vietnam
A specialized micro-roastery that excels in lighter roast profiles and technical V60 execution, utilizing 100% Arabica beans sourced for high origin-clarity.
66 P. Nguyễn Thái Học, Ba Đình, Hà Nội 11156, Vietnam
A roastery-first program that elevates house-roasted beans through both traditional espresso and unique local signatures, like their highly-regarded salt coffee and "Dam Coffee."
96B Đ. Phan Ngữ, Tân Định, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam
A roastery-led program that champions rare Southeast Asian species like Liberica (Excelsa) alongside high-end Arabica. Their curriculum-driven approach includes public workshops on latte art, hand-brewing, and roasting…
230/18 Pasteur, Xuân Hòa, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
The program balances technical precision in classics like micro-foam heavy cappuccinos with inventive signatures, including well-balanced olive-based drinks and coffee served with integrated mini-croissants. Their…
Blok. AS No. 40C, Perum Green Ville No.12, RT.12/RW.13, Duri Kepa, Kec. Kb. Jeruk, Kota Jakarta Barat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 11510, Indonesia
On-site small-batch roasting, traceable microlots, espresso, filter and guided tastings.
174 ในเมือง เมือง Chang Wat Ubon Ratchathani 34000, Thailand
A highly technical program where baristas actively invite calibration feedback to tune brews to a guest's preference. The menu balances precision espresso and global third-wave origins with inventive seasonal specials,…
57, Lorong Seri Kuantan 65, Taman Kuantan, 25250 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia
The program features Ghostbird Coffee Co. beans with a focus on temperature-controlled milk drinks, most notably a Dirty Latte served in frozen glassware. They offer a technical espresso service alongside a dedicated…
Japan, 〒150-0043 Tokyo, Shibuya, Dōgenzaka, 1-chōme−19−８ 斉丸道玄坂ビル 2F
A cornerstone of Tokyo's street-side coffee scene, this stand operates a multi-roaster program featuring Onibus Coffee alongside a rotating selection of domestic and international guest roasters. They specialize in…
70 Shenton Wy, #01-14 Eon Shenton, Singapore 079118
The program emphasizes high-clarity single origins and experimental processes, including anaerobic ferments and rare Gesha varietals. Their signature 'Abseil' drink is a study in texture, layering a clean black coffee…
34 Xóm Hà Hồi, Trần Hưng Đạo, Cửa Nam, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam
The program is distinguished by its technical depth, offering rare Vietnamese Liberica alongside international microlots. Their signature filter service often includes dual vessels to highlight different temperature…
Jl. Pantai Pererenan No.81A, Pererenan, Kec. Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351, Indonesia
ACME operates a dual-focus program where house-roasted 100% Arabica beans are brewed alongside a high-caliber bakery operation. The coffee menu is supported by quality house-made plant milks and a selection of…