Business Details
13 Years
experience
Specialty Coffee Roasters & Cafe in Manchester
Established in 2013, Ancoats Coffee is a specialty coffee brand rooted in Manchester's Ancoats district. Our team of passionate coffee professionals is dedicated to crafting exceptional coffee experiences through meticulous sourcing, precise roasting, and a commitment to sustainability. We operate a cafe within the historic Royal Mills building, a transparent roastery where we roast to order, and supply wholesale coffee to hospitality businesses. Our approach emphasizes ethical partnerships with global growers, highlighting the unique characteristics of high-quality coffee lots while minimising environmental impact.With a focus on education and collaboration, we work alongside industry-leading equipment partners to elevate coffee experiences for both retail customers and trade clients. Our dedication to quality control is evident in every batch we roast, ensuring optimal flavour profiles through rigorous testing and evaluation.
Services
Specialty Coffee Roasting
Cafe Experience
Wholesale Supply
Coffee Subscriptions
Brewing Equipment Sales
Roastery Tours
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We source ethically grown coffee beans from global growers
- Our in-house roasting ensures peak freshness and flavor
- We offer tailored wholesale solutions for hospitality businesses
- Our cafe operates in a historic Manchester landmark building
- We maintain rigorous quality control through batch testing
What people say
Best freshly roasted beans
Fantastic service
Dog friendly
Cozy atmosphere
Best flat whites
Services
Specialty Coffee Roasting
Our dedicated roastery team meticulously roasts specialty coffee beans to order. Using precision techniques, we preserve each bean's unique characteristics through careful temperature control and batch testing. Ethically sourced from global growers, our single-origin coffees showcase distinct flavour profiles that reflect their terroir. The roasting process occurs in Manchester's Royal Mills building, with quality checks at every stage to ensure optimal freshness and complexity.
Cafe Experience
Located in Manchester's historic Royal Mills, our cafe offers premium coffee experiences in a heritage setting. Customers enjoy expertly prepared beverages using freshly roasted beans, alongside a selection of baked goods. The industrial-chic space combines modern coffee culture with the building's 19th-century architecture. Our knowledgeable baristas provide insights into coffee origins and brewing methods, creating an educational yet relaxed environment for both casual visitors and coffee enthusiasts.
Wholesale Supply
We support hospitality businesses with comprehensive coffee solutions. Our wholesale service includes specialty beans, commercial brewing equipment, and staff training. Partner cafes receive tailored coffee selections matched to their customer base, along with technical support for equipment maintenance. We supply industry-leading brands like Victoria Arduino and Mazzer, ensuring professional-grade tools complement our ethically sourced beans to help businesses deliver exceptional coffee experiences.
Coffee Subscriptions
Our subscription service delivers freshly roasted coffee directly to customers' doors. Members choose from rotating single-origin selections or signature blends, with flexible delivery frequencies. Each shipment uses eco-friendly packaging to maintain freshness during transit. Subscribers gain access to exclusive releases and receive tasting notes detailing each coffee's origin and flavour profile. This service ensures consistent quality for home brewers who want to explore diverse coffee experiences regularly.
Brewing Equipment Sales
We supply professional and home brewing equipment to complement our specialty coffees. The range includes grinders, brewers, and accessories from renowned brands like Mahlkonig and Curtis. Customers receive expert advice on equipment selection based on their brewing preferences and technical requirements. We offer setup guidance and maintenance tips to ensure optimal performance, helping both home enthusiasts and professionals achieve cafe-quality results through appropriate tools matched to our specialty coffee beans.
People
Jamie Boland
Founder
Jamie founded Ancoats Coffee in 2013 with a vision to create exceptional coffee experiences. He leads our sourcing strategy, building direct relationships with ethical growers worldwide. His expertise in coffee profiling guides our roasting approach, balancing innovation with tradition to highlight each origin's unique characteristics while maintaining environmental responsibility.
Karl
Roastery Team
Karl plays a vital role in our roastery operations, managing green coffee storage and preparation. He contributes to quality control processes through meticulous weighing and sample testing. His hands-on approach ensures every batch meets our exacting standards, from initial bean selection through to final packaging for both retail and wholesale customers.
Robbie
Roastery Team
Robbie supports our roasting team with equipment maintenance and batch preparation. He assists in monitoring roast profiles and conducts sensory evaluations during quality control. His attention to detail helps maintain consistency across our coffee range, ensuring proper storage conditions and accurate labelling throughout the production process.
Questions
What makes Ancoats Coffee's beans special?
Our beans come from ethical growers using sustainable practices. We select beans through rigorous tasting, then roast them in small batches to highlight each origin's unique flavour profile characteristics.
Can I visit the coffee roastery?
Yes, our roastery in Royal Mills is open for visits. You'll see the complete coffee journey from green bean storage through roasting to packaging, with opportunities to learn about our quality control processes.
Do you supply coffee to businesses?
We provide wholesale coffee solutions including beans, brewing equipment, and staff training. Our service supports cafes, restaurants, and offices with tailored coffee selections and technical support.
How fresh are your coffee beans?
We roast to order, ensuring maximum freshness. All beans are dispatched within 1-2 working days of roasting, with detailed batch information provided for traceability and quality assurance.
What brewing methods do you recommend?
We offer guidance for all brewing methods including espresso, pour-over, and batch brew. Our team can advise on equipment selection and brewing techniques to suit your preferences and equipment.
