Hard Lines, a Cardiff-based specialty coffee roastery and café, emphasises accessible coffee with a playful identity. Their standout coffee, Colombia El Carmen, won a Great Taste Award in 2023. Unique to Hard Lines, they host community events and coffee education workshops.
Hard Lines is a Cardiff-based specialty coffee roastery and café operation that has evolved from its humble beginnings to become one of Wales’ most distinctive coffee brands. Founded with a focus on accessibility in specialty coffee, the company operates from multiple locations in Cardiff, including their roastery and cafés.
Their roasting philosophy centres on sourcing sustainably produced coffee while building long-lasting relationships at origin. The company has developed a reputation for combining serious coffee credentials with an approachable, often playful brand identity, making specialty coffee more accessible to a broader audience.
Their coffee programme includes both single-origin offerings and carefully crafted blends, with their Canton Blend serving as a cornerstone of their espresso programme. In 2023, their Colombia El Carmen earned recognition with a Great Taste Award, highlighting their commitment to quality. The roastery maintains a diverse selection of coffees, focusing on transparent sourcing practices and seasonal rotations.
Beyond coffee roasting, Hard Lines has integrated themselves into the local community through initiatives like their weekly running club and various coffee education programmes. Their retail operation has expanded to include coffee equipment, compostable pods, and subscription services, making specialty coffee more accessible for home brewing.
The company’s approach to sustainability extends beyond coffee sourcing to include partnerships with environmentally conscious packaging suppliers and local initiatives. Their roastery serves as both a production facility and a hub for coffee education, where they regularly host cuppings and brewing workshops for both professionals and enthusiasts.
Hard Lines Cafe & Roastery, Cowbridge Rd East, Cardiff, United Kingdom
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