Proper Coffee

KIN+ILK PontcannaPontcanna, Cardiff

★★SpecialtyProperly excellent

Cathedral House0.3 mi from Pontcanna centrelast reviewed April 2026

KIN+ILK roast under their own label and source direct from named producers, with full processing details on every bag. The current El Salvador from Fernando Lima at Finca El Corozo is the most traceable cup in the neighbourhood.

A working roastery inside a neighbourhood cafe, tracing every cup back to Fernando Lima.

4.3★★★★(551)
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Roasts on-siteSingle originsPour-overBeans to go

What we love

  • Own roastery: KIN+ILK Coffee, with retail bags sold under their label
  • Current single origin: El Salvador Finca El Corozo, producer Fernando Lima, washed, 1900masl
  • Tasting notes on every bag as standard
  • Brew kit retail: AeroPress and Hario V60 in stock

Location

Cathedral House, 31 Cathedral Rd, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9HB, UK

0.3 mi from Pontcanna centre

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