Join Londoners in their long-standing enjoyment of brewing fairly traded, environmentally responsible and ethically sourced beverages.
Small-batch specialty coffee beans and quality loose-leaf teas are available at coffeehouses, tea lounges, restaurants and culinary retailers in and around London. Discover some of our favourite spots.
Small-Batch Coffee
A craft coffee scene has taken root in London! Enthusiastic cafes are redefining the city's coffee culture, offering a diverse range of meticulously sourced beans, artisanal brewing techniques and cozy atmospheres that cater to both coffee connoisseurs and those seeking a delightful sip of something new. Although London has no shortage of amazing coffee spots, we're shining a spotlight here on those that roast their own beans.
Hasbeans
Hasbeans has been roasting and shipping fresh, specialty-grade, gourmet coffee across Canada since 1969. The family business is now in its fifth generation and has long been a Covent Garden Market staple for their Fairtrade brews and one-of-a-kind personal touch. They promote the distinct qualities each coffee bean develops in its natural environment and proudly stand by the statement that if it's not roasted there, it's not sold there!
Asmara Coffee house
Asmara Coffee House been brewing great coffee in London’s Old East Village since 2012. Their name comes from the vibrant capital of Eritrea, where coffee means time together, conversation and hospitality. What started with a small roaster in their shop has grown into an online store, letting you enjoy their coffee beyond the café. From the bright, floral notes of Ethiopian Yirgacheffe to the smooth Ethiopian Decaf, the full-bodied Rwandan, and the rich complexity of our Kenyan roast, each coffee is selected and roasted with care.
Black Walnut Bakery Café
With two locations in London, the independent Black Walnut Bakery Café is known for small-batch roasted coffee and delicious from-scratch baking. Out of their passion for coffee, they created a Black Walnut Roasting Team to source the very best fair-trade and organic beans from around the world and lovingly roast them at their Richmond location. The friendly baristas are knowledgeable, passionate and have a strong bond with the community.
Single Origin Teas
From cozy tea houses to specialty shops, London's tea offerings invite exploration and appreciation for the world of tea like never before.
The Tea Haus
A premium loose-leaf tea shop with a retail location as well as an online store, The Tea Haus carries over 200 teas and all the best tea-ware. Here you'll find every type of tea available including white tea, green tea, oolong tea, black tea, rooibos and herbal wellness infusions. Have a cup of tea, sit back and relax in the atmosphere of the Covent Garden Market.
The Tea Lounge
An artisan tea shop with delicious food nestled in the heart of Piccadilly Street, The Tea Lounge welcomes you with old world charm and the unique experience you’re looking for! Featuring over 100 exceptional quality, ethically sourced teas and tisanes/herbals, they offer a selection to please every palette.
Craft Beverages
True craft goods can't be mass-produced. The trend for locally made beverages is always on the rise in London, Ontario! Find these unique beverages for purchase online or at various retailers throughout the city.
forest city botanicals
Forest City Botanicals is a collaborative project that came out of Old East Village. They craft non-alcoholic, sparkling tonics that channel the restorative power of plants. Their high-quality, organic and adaptogenic ingredients result in health beverages that nourish, satisfy and aren't too sweet. Enjoy refreshing flavours like Elderberry Boost and Raspberry Calm, with 1% of sales donated to LOLA Bees to support natural urban beekeeping.
Pulp & Press
The cold-pressed juice movement has garnered the attention of people looking to get their fruits and veggies in a drinkable form. London’s Pulp & Press makes juice from raw organic fruits and vegetables. They are fed through a grinder before the pulp is slowly pressed through an industrial grade juicer. With 3-4 pounds of fresh produce in every bottle, Pulp & Press delivers a delicious and 100% nutritious juice, every time.
Booch
Some call it the elixir of life, but no matter what you call it, kombucha is one of the hottest trends in health. The owners of Booch found their calling brewing kombucha made from fair trade fermented tea. Starting by selling at Covent Garden Farmers’ Market, Booch now crafts sensational signature flavour options as well as small seasonally-infused batches. Grab a bottle at 450 locations (and growing!) across Ontario.
With so many locally produced drink options in London, Ontario, there's always a refreshing flavour to discover! Tag @TourismLondon while you #ExploreLdnOnt for the chance to be featured!
