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🎃 Halloween is Here! 🎃

🎃 HALLOWEEN IS HERE! 🎃

The spookiest night of the year has arrived, and our Tuk Tuk is at MAXIMUM SPOOKINESS! 👻☕️

Join us at Washington Everyone Active for the most frightfully fun Halloween celebration. Our little yellow Tuk Tuk is ready to serve up the spookiest brews and create unforgettable moments with you!

Who’s ready for Halloween night? 🧛‍♂️🕷️

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8 Days Until Halloween – The Countdown Begins!

🎃 The spooky countdown has officially begun! 🎃

With just 8 days until Halloween, our iconic yellow Tuk Tuk is getting into the spirit of the season! We’re transforming into the spookiest coffee spot in town, complete with cobwebs, jack-o’-lanterns, and all the Halloween vibes you could ask for.

Your Daily Dose of Spooky Caffeine

Whether you’re planning your costume, preparing for trick-or-treaters, or just need a frightfully good cup of coffee to get through the day, we’ve got you covered! Stop by our location at Washington Everyone Active for your favorite brew served with a side of Halloween fun.

👻 Join the Countdown!

We’ll be counting down every single day until the big night, so make sure you’re following along on our social media channels. Expect daily doses of Halloween spirit, spooky surprises, and maybe even a few treats along the way!

Our Tuk Tuk is getting spookier by the day, and we can’t wait to share this frightfully fun journey with you. Will you be joining us for the countdown? 🕷️🦇

Find us at Washington Everyone Active and let’s make this Halloween season one to remember!

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8 Days Until Halloween - Spooky Tuk Tuk Countdown

Happy Diwali from Little Coffee Bean Co!

Diwali celebration with Little Coffee Bean Tuk Tuk

Happy Diwali from all of us at Little Coffee Bean! 🪔✨

Wishing you and your loved ones a festival filled with light, joy, and prosperity. May your celebrations be as warm as our coffee and as bright as the diyas that light up the night!

Join us in celebrating this beautiful Festival of Lights. Whether you’re stopping by our Washington Everyone Active location or catching us at an event, we’re here to brighten your day with our specialty Colombian coffee.

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Wishing You a Bright and Joyful Diwali!

Diwali celebration with diyas and coffee

✨ Wishing you a bright and joyful Diwali from all of us at Little Coffee Bean! ✨

May your celebrations be filled with light, laughter, and of course… great coffee! ☕🪔

Whether you’re celebrating with family or taking a moment for yourself, we’re here to fuel your festivities.

Happy Diwali! 🎉

From everyone at Little Coffee Bean Co, we wish you and your loved ones a wonderful Festival of Lights. May this Diwali bring prosperity, happiness, and countless moments of joy to your home.

Whats The Best Espresso Coffee

best espresso coffee uk

Determining the “best” espresso coffee can be subjective and depends on personal taste preferences. However, several factors contribute to a high-quality espresso:

  1. Freshness: Freshly roasted coffee beans are crucial for good espresso. Our Speciality Columbian Coffee Beans are roasted in Sunderland and available in our stores with a roast date within the past fews. Our Columbian coffee beans are always used within a week. 

  2. Bean Quality: High-quality arabica beans are generally preferred for espresso due to their nuanced flavors and lower bitterness compared to robusta beans.

  3. Grind: Espresso requires a fine grind to ensure proper extraction. The grind size should be consistent to ensure even extraction.

  4. Machine and Technique: A good espresso machine, along with proper technique in tamping and brewing, is essential for making excellent espresso.

  5. Crema: A good espresso should have a thick, golden crema on top, indicating proper extraction and freshness of the beans.

  6. Flavor Profile: The flavor profile of espresso can vary widely depending on the beans and their origin. Some people prefer a fruity, floral espresso, while others prefer a more chocolatey or nutty flavor. Thats why we use our own roasted single origin speciality Columbian Coffee Bean

  7. Serving: Espresso is typically served in small, demitasse cups and should be consumed immediately for the best flavor.

Some popular brands use coffee that was roasted months prior to grinding, however, the best espresso is often made using freshly roasted beans that suit your personal taste preferences and are brewed using high-quality equipment and proper technique. Experiment by adjusting variables like grind size and brew time can help you find the perfect espresso for you.

Different Kinds Of Espresso Coffee

different kinds of espresso coffees

At Little Coffee Bean n the UK, you can find a variety of espresso-based coffee drinks similar to those found in other parts of the world. Here are some popular ones:

  1. Espresso: A strong and concentrated coffee made by forcing hot water through finely-ground coffee beans.

  2. Cappuccino: Made with equal parts espresso, steamed milk, and milk foam. It’s typically served in a small cup and topped with a sprinkle of cocoa or cinnamon.

  3. Latte: Consists of espresso mixed with a greater amount of steamed milk and a small amount of milk foam on top. It’s usually served in a larger cup.

  4. Flat White: Similar to a latte but with a higher coffee-to-milk ratio and a velvety texture. It’s made by pouring microfoam (steamed milk with fine, velvety bubbles) over a shot of espresso.

  5. Macchiato: Traditionally, this is an espresso “stained” with a small amount of milk or milk foam. There are variations such as the “Café Macchiato” where espresso is “stained” with a dollop of foam.

  6. Americano: Made by diluting a shot of espresso with hot water. It has a similar strength to drip coffee but with a different flavor profile.

  7. Mocha: Combines espresso with steamed milk and chocolate syrup or cocoa powder, often topped with whipped cream.

  8. Irish Coffee: Though not originally British, it’s quite popular. It’s made with hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and topped with cream.

  9. Iced Coffee: Read about these in another post!

These are just some of the many espresso-based drinks you can find at Little Coffee Bean in the UK.

Different countries have their own variations or specialty drinks as well.