Brewing notes & stories

The Brewhaus Journal

Brew guides, tasting notes and slices of Cape Town coffee culture - written by the people who roast your beans.

The Best Pour-Over Coffee Ratio (And Why 1:16 Wins)

The single biggest lever on your morning cup isn't the beans - it's the ratio. Here's the one we dial in every day at the roastery.

From Bree Street to Woodstock, here's where Cape Town actually drinks its coffee - and what to order when you get there.

Both have a place on your shelf. Here's how to choose based on how you actually brew.

Air, light, heat and moisture are the enemies. A 90-second guide to keeping your beans tasting roasted-yesterday.