Department Of Coffee And Social Affairs

Roaster and coffee shop that started on Leather Lane, but now with branches in Bristol and Manchester, but also Chicago in the US.

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About Department of Coffee and Social Affairs

The full name for these guys is the catchy Department of Coffee and Social Affairs. The first location was on Leather Lane and they now have a small, but ever-growing network of coffee shops around London, and I would frequently visit the one in Soho as I worked a nearby. They have now grown outside of London with locations in Manchester and Bristol, and have also expanded into the US with a location in Chicago.

Department of Coffee and Social Affairs roasts with a particular affinity for warm, grounding notes—dark chocolate, dried fruits, and subtle spice feature across their range, creating a house style that's approachable without sacrificing complexity. Their blends and single origins alike favour balance and smoothness, veering toward the comforting rather than the experimental, which makes them a reliable choice if you prefer coffee that's flavourful but not challenging.

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