Independent
Brew Lab
◷ Old Town (South College Street), Edinburgh, Scotland · ££ · Guest roasters
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The cup
Opened 2012 near the university; single origins from Union plus guest roasters, with a training lab. Pours Union Hand-Roasted Coffee.
Brew methods
EspressoBatch brewV60 / pour-over AeroPressCold brewProper decaf
The cake cabinet
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Coffee & cake
Cake and bakes on the counter. Signature items not listed yet.
Good to know
◳ Laptop-friendly⬡ Sells beans to take home
Brew Lab: coffee and cake, answered
What coffee roaster does Brew Lab use?
Brew Lab pours Union Hand-Roasted Coffee, alongside rotating guest roasters.
What espresso machine does Brew Lab use?
Brew Lab pulls shots on a Slayer.
Is Brew Lab independent?
Yes. Brew Lab is an independent, owner-run cafe. Crumb & Crema lists independents first, with chains off by default.
Does Brew Lab have cake?
Yes. Brew Lab serves coffee and cake.
On the Edinburgh trail
Brew Lab is one stop. Let us plan a walkable coffee and cake crawl across Edinburgh.