Independent

The Milkman

◷ Peebles, Scotland · ££ · Guest roasters
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What's behind the bar

Roaster
Girls Who GrindThe Brew Project
Rotating
Espresso machine
Not yet confirmed
Grinder
Not yet confirmed
Milk
Not yet confirmed

Roaster, machine and grinder details last verified June 2026.

The cup

An independent specialty coffee shop on Peebles High Street, the third site from the Edinburgh-founded Milkman group. It serves espresso and filter coffee alongside pastries and cakes, with beans available to take home.

Brew methods

EspressoBatch brewProper decaf V60 / pour-overAeroPressCold brew

The cake cabinet

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Coffee & cake

Cake and bakes on the counter. Signature items not listed yet.

Good to know

⬡ Sells beans to take home❀ Vegan options⊘ Gluten-free options

The Milkman: coffee and cake, answered

What coffee roaster does The Milkman use?

The Milkman pours Obadiah Collective, alongside rotating guest roasters.

What espresso machine does The Milkman use?

The Milkman has not had its espresso machine confirmed on Crumb & Crema yet. We list the machine and grinder for every cafe that tells us.

Is The Milkman independent?

Yes. The Milkman is an independent, owner-run cafe. Crumb & Crema lists independents first, with chains off by default.

Does The Milkman have cake?

Yes. The Milkman serves coffee and cake.

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