44 Poets

My second Spotlight coffee shop has to be the much-l loved @44poets a true community favourite. With last year’s win for Best Barista at @brightoncoffeefestival this café is known for its expertly curated speciality coffee. I’m a frequent visitor and always impressed by what they do. Their signature Montgomery beans are some of my all time favourites to take home, which keeps me coming back time and time again.

What really sets 44 Poets apart is its strong sense of community. After spending some time behind the scenes with the team last week, I was struck by how connected they are with their customers. The staff seem to know everyone who walks through the door, creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere I absolutely loved. They’re not only super friendly, but also impressively efficient, serving up consistently great coffee with style. I even saw some next level latte art during my visit (a seahorse and a unicorn!) that left me genuinely amazed. I can’t wait to see more of that at the upcoming Coffee Festival!

The pastries and bread, sourced from @real_patisserie are top quality, and while they roast their own beans (which are fantastic), I was excited to try one of their guest roasts in a pour over. It was exceptional and completely reignited my appreciation for bold, flavourful black coffee.

All in all, 44 Poets is a hidden gem. Their coffee is outstanding, their team is passionate and skilled, and their loyal customer base speaks volumes about what they’ve built. I highly recommend making a stop here, you won’t be disappointed. Best of luck at the Coffee Festival, and I’ll be cheering you on!