Proper Coffee

The MilkmanOld Town, EdinburghThe Milkman

★★SpecialtyProperly excellent

Cockburn St0.1 mi from Old Town centrelast reviewed April 2026

The espresso is Obadiah Collective, which counts for something in Edinburgh. The filter list changes and the room doesn't hurry you.

Obadiah Collective on espresso, Five Elephant and La Cabra on filter.

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What we love

  • Obadiah Collective: Edinburgh-based roastery, exclusive espresso partner
  • Filter rotates through named international roasters: Five Elephant, La Cabra, Bonanza, Ditta Artigianale
  • Retail beans stocked

Location

7 Cockburn St, Edinburgh EH1 1BP, UK

0.1 mi from Old Town centre

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