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COFFEE EXPERIENCES

How do I find the right coffee for me?

We omni-roast all our coffees — meaning each one is carefully roasted to work beautifully whether you brew it as espresso or filter. Rather than grouping our coffees only by origin or variety, we organise them by the Coffee Experience they offer — wh

What does acidity and body mean in coffee?

Acidity in coffee refers to the pleasant, bright, and often tart sensation that brings vibrancy and liveliness to the flavour. It shouldn’t be confused with sourness, which can be a sign of under-extraction or a brewing fault. Think of acidity as the

How does Kiss the Hippo determine taste profiles?

At Kiss the Hippo, we meticulously determine taste profiles by tasting thousands of coffees annually to discover unique expressions of specialty coffee. Our roasting team focuses on the individuality of each bean, crafting roast profiles that showcas