In this interview, we talk to the Hidden Coffee Roasters team in Barcelona about their unique approach to specialty coffee. With a philosophy that unites quality, education and urban culture - and a strong link to cycling - Hidden is committed to coffees that are traceable, fresh and full of character. Their commitment to transparency and education makes every cup an accessible, honest and exciting experience.

In this interview, we talk to the Dropshot Coffee team about their innovative approach to specialty coffee in Bucharest. From the selection of nanolots and experimental processes to their commitment to continuous training and traceability, Dropshot has become a benchmark in Eastern Europe. Its vision combines science, taste and sensibility, driving a more conscious and connected coffee community.

In this interview, we talk to the Sloane Coffee team in Bucharest about the growth of specialty coffee in Eastern Europe and how they are leading this transformation from Romania. They tell us how they went from roasting small batches to becoming a benchmark with a proposal based on innovation, traceability and training. Sloane is committed to sensory diversity, teamwork and respect for origin.

In this interview, we talk to Mario, co-founder of Café 124, about the unexpected boom of cold brew in Milan, the espresso capital of the world. From his training as a barista and his experience in different scenarios of specialty coffee, Mario tells us how a cold beverage became the engine of a coffee revolution in Italy. He shares his vision on the importance of rethinking tradition, the role of the barista as an educator and the value of offering a sensory experience that breaks with the established.

In this interview, we talk to Alejandro, co-founder of Nokora Specialty Coffee in Bilbao, Spain, about his trajectory in the world of specialty coffee and the transformation of the Bilbao palate. From his time in electronics to the opening of one of the most recognized spaces in the city, Alejandro shares with us his vision on consumer education, the importance of origin and how Nokora is committed to honest, traceable coffees full of character.

In the third episode of "En la Barra" we chat with Agustín, founder of 1000 Cups Café in Madrid, about his career and the evolution of specialty coffee in the capital. We talk about the challenges of the sector, the role of Direct Trade, new trends and how the Madrid consumer is learning to value true quality in the cup.