For a city infamously known for being unaffordable, the coffee is no exception. If your productivity depends on a daily cup of coffee, a morning brew can quickly turn into an expensive habit. Unless, of course, you learn the tips and tricks to be your own barista. And for that, you’ll need two things: quality coffee beans and the right equipment to brew them. So, let us get you started with the former. Look to these coffee roasters in Hong Kong for fresh batches of aromatic beans.
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Coffee culture in Hong Kong has been thriving in recent years, with local roasters putting just as much passion into their beans as the city’s top chefs do into their food. Beyond saving money, brewing at home also allows you to experiment with flavours, origins, and roast styles, tailoring every cup to your taste. It’s an affordable luxury and, for many, a daily ritual that brings comfort in an otherwise hectic city.
How to choose the right coffee beans?
If you’re searching for where to buy coffee beans in Hong Kong, chances are you already own a French press, Moka pot, or espresso machine. So we won’t spend time laying out the basics. Instead, let’s focus on how to choose coffee beans according to your preferences. Start by identifying your ideal flavour profile (fruity, nutty, or chocolatey) and body (light, full, or creamy). Then, look for beans from origins and roast levels that match. For example, light-roast African beans for fruity notes, or dark-roast Indonesian beans for bold, earthy flavors. Finally, consider secondary factors such as the roast date for freshness, the processing method for nuanced tastes, and your brewing method for grind compatibility.
That said, we’re simply coffee lovers exploring the scene. The true masters are Hong Kong’s incredible local roasters. You’ll find a fantastic range here, from online-only specialists to cafes roasting in-house. We’re always on the hunt for our next great cup, and after plenty of tasting, these are the roasters we recommend.
The best coffee roasters in Hong Kong
Roastwork
Roastwork is an independent coffee roaster established in 2014 with a vision to promote locally roasted specialty coffee. They source directly from farms, ensuring full traceability and supporting sustainable practices that give back to farming communities. By roasting within the community they serve, they significantly reduce the carbon footprint associated with traditional coffee importation. As former World Aeropress Champions and current hosts of the Hong Kong event, they are passionate advocates for quality and sustainability in specialty coffee.
Cowbird Coffee Roasters
Cowbird Coffee Roasters delivers a daily-roasted, quality brew for true coffee enthusiasts. Their selection features single-origin beans sourced from Colombia, Ethiopia, Sumatra, and Guatemala. For a classic experience, try their house blend, which offers sweet notes of honey and chocolate, making it perfect for both espresso and cappuccino.
BYOB Coffee Roaster
BYOB Coffee Roaster invites you to “Be Your Own Barista” with their specialty beans, celebrated for their rich aroma, sweetness, and clean acidity. Perfect your brew at home or join their professional certification courses led by expert baristas to take it to the next level. Also, if you get a chance, stop by their cafe in Tuen Mun, a quaint pit-stop for cyclists in the area.
- Address Shop 6, G/F, Eight Regency, No. 8 Leung Tak Street, Tuen Mun, Hong Kong
- Website Visit here
- Phone +852 2300 1163
Urban Coffee Roaster
Dedicated to delivering the utmost quality and consistency in every batch, Urban Coffee Roaster (UCR) offers a wide variety of beans and brewing equipment. We particularly appreciate their sample-sized 200-gram bottles, which are perfect for trying new flavours and feature a secure cap for easy storage. And for those who can’t decide, UCR offers a convenient subscription service, delivering three different types of hand-picked, curated beans to your door each month. The local coffee roasters also host regular masterclasses for an immersive educational experience.
- Address Various locations including 7 Bristol Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
- Website Visit here
- Phone +852 2816 6732
Return Coffee Roastery
Discover more than just a perfect brew at Return Coffee. This stylish hub is your destination for the latest in coffee culture, offering award-winning espresso blends and single-origins, from the balanced SHIFT to the chocolatey ALT. And if you’re over at Tsuen Wan, stop by their cafe, Return Coffee 362 for some quality brews.
Hazel & Hershey Coffee Roasters
Sourcing the finest beans from celebrated regions like Ethiopia, Colombia, Brazil, and Indonesia, Hazel & Hershey crafts its blends with a local touch in its Hong Kong roastery. Since 2011, this approach has earned them a passionate community of coffee lovers. Explore their online selection of specialty coffee beans and brewing accessories—from Moka pots to grinders—and receive free shipping when you spend HKD 350 or more.
NOC Coffee Co.
A signature clean, white aesthetic defines NOC Coffee—a visual philosophy the roasters describe as “bringing calm to the chaos.” Their cafes are intentionally located away from the hustle, tucked into quiet, unassuming pockets of the city. Your home may not be a minimalist haven like NOC cafes. But you can still enjoy the experience with their expertly roasted, quality-sourced beans crafted for a perfect pour anywhere.
- Address Various locations including Shop G42, G/F, Site 9, Whampoa Garden, Hung Hom, Hong Kong
- Website Visit here
%Arabica
% Arabica’s expertise begins at the source—growing their own beans on a farm in Hawaii’s renowned Kona region. These carefully sourced beans are then roasted in-house using the advanced Japanese Tornado King roaster, visible in each of their minimalist cafes. This hands-on approach, from cultivation to roasting, ensures a consistently beautiful cup.
Note:
The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Coffe roasters offering quality espresso beans and beverages include NOC, Urban Coffee Roaster, Hazel & Hershey Coffee Roasters, and more.
You can either shop them online or in-person at various cafes in Hong Kong. You can also find some at international supermarkets in Hong Kong.
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Fashila Kanakka
Born in India and raised in Hong Kong, Fashila’s always down to explore a new neighbourhood and tick ..Read More
