L'Alchimiste, Bordeaux
The cup
The first specialty roaster in Bordeaux, founded in 2014 by Gaël Audibert; the Rue de la Vieille Tour cafe is one of three Bordeaux addresses, with the roastery at the Darwin eco-site on the Quai des Queyries. Roasts single origins from Colombia, Brazil, Guatemala and Ethiopia and runs latte art workshops from the Darwin site. Roasts its own coffee.
Brew methods
The cake cabinet
Coffee & cake
Cake and bakes on the counter. Signature items not listed yet.
Good to know
L'Alchimiste: coffee and cake, answered
What coffee does L'Alchimiste use?
L'Alchimiste roasts its own coffee in house.
What espresso machine does L'Alchimiste use?
L'Alchimiste pulls shots on a La Marzocco Linea PB, paired with a Mythos One grinder.
Is L'Alchimiste independent?
Yes. L'Alchimiste is an independent, owner-run cafe. Crumb & Crema lists independents first, with chains off by default.
Does L'Alchimiste have cake?
Yes. L'Alchimiste serves coffee and cake.
On the Bordeaux trail
L'Alchimiste is one stop. See every independent we hold in Bordeaux.