Est. 2005 · United Kingdom & Hong Kong

Two decades of

The Perfect
Pour.

Expert gear reviews, step-by-step brew guides and first-hand coffee trails — from the UK to Hong Kong.

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Coffee Stories

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Coffee Trail
The Hidden Roasters of Tuen Mun
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Brew Guide
Does water temperature really matter? We tested 80°C vs 95°C
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The Beginner's Guide to Specialty Coffee
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The Hidden Roasters of Tuen Mun
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The Beginner's Guide to Specialty Coffee
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Brew Basics
What is Coffee Grind Size & Why Does It Matter?
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Beginner
Pour-Over
The Ultimate Guide to Brewing V60
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Intermediate
Espresso
Dialling In: How to Tune Your Espresso
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Pro
Filter
Water Chemistry & Its Effect on Extraction
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Beginner
Immersion
French Press Done Right: The Simple Guide
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The person behind the pour
Since 2005.

What started as an obsession with a single espresso machine in London has grown into two decades of tasting, travelling and testing — from the specialty cafés of East London to the hidden roasters of Hong Kong's Sham Shui Po. This site is my attempt to share everything I've learned.

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