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Espresso Labs: A sanctuary where regenerative specialty coffee meets conscious living. Explore curated high-end retail, ancestral nourishment, and a circular economy for a truly unique experience.

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Specialty Coffee Shop
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30 Hudson St, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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Espresso Labs: A Sanctuary of Regenerative Coffee & Conscious Living

Step into a unique concept where specialty coffee transcends the ordinary, nestled within a high-end retail space featuring curated apparel from Norse Projects and Margaret Howell, alongside personal care from Aēsop and Perfumer H. This establishment is founded on a holistic ethical and regenerative model, passionately pursuing what is meaningful and responsible across apparel and food.

It's a destination where every detail reflects a commitment to conscious living, creating a distinctive soul and character that invites mindful exploration. At its heart lies "Espresso Labs," a coffee program distinguished by its dedication to regenerative and organic sourcing. All eatery produce, including ingredients influencing the coffee experience, is ethically sourced from farms practicing regenerative organic agriculture, going beyond typical sustainability.

This commitment extends to a circular economy, returning organic waste to farm suppliers for compost, directly aiding topsoil regeneration. Guided by an "ancestral nourishment" philosophy, the café embraces nutrient-dense foods, cooking exclusively with grass-fed butter and tallow, rejecting modern conveniences like seed oils, ensuring a truly wholesome and unique offering.

Highlights

In-house Roasting
Ethical Sourcing / Direct Trade
Single Origin available
Award-Winning Beans
Micro Lots / Seasonal Beans
Experimental / Fermented Styles
Hand Brews (Pour over)
Batch Brews
Espresso & Milk-based Coffees
Alternative Milk / Vegan Options
Cold Brew Options
Q-Grader / Certified Barista
Pastry / Sweets / Snacks
Lunch / Brunch
Work-Friendly Environment
Pet-friendly
Outdoor Seating
Offers Coffee Classes
Community Coffee Events
Bean Sales in Store
Buy Beans Online
Ships internationally
Coffee Subscription
To-go available
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Regenerative, ethical, ancestral, circular, curated, lab-grade.

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30 Hudson St, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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Schedule

Available in the following hours
Mon - Fri: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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