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29 Of The Best Coffee Shops In Scotland

December 28, 2018 by Chris Quilietti in Lifestyle, Food and Drink

Falkirk: Coffee On Wooer 

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Monday. Day for tea. Spearmint tea in cup this afternoon from husband and wife due of @roseveartea in Edinburgh. Coming soon to @thirstycowfalkirk #supportsmallbusiness #teainfalkirk #tea #spearmint

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Nestled behind Falkirk’s iconic steeple tower, Coffee On Wooer or ‘COW’ for short is a hip independent joint with a local reputation for great service and excellent coffee. 


Glasgow, West End: Papercup 

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We're closing slightly earlier this evening to get a secret passage installed at the back of our shop......only joking we're getting some maintenance done. Get in before 5 for the goods.

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Located on Great Western Road in Glasgows West End, this place is straight forward and friendly.

Stirling: Sable and Flea 

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Sable & flea will be open this Sunday from 1pm for cake and coffee. The Christmas lights go on in town and live music will be played from Europe music. 🎄🎄🎄#Christmas #christmaslightswitchon

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A fun independent coffee shop that’s also a vintage store, with a victorian/ contemporary feel. The interior was designed by the owner Suzi Carr and is a bit of a hidden gem in Stirling's busy city centre.

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Edinburgh: Cult Espresso 

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Slow Sundays . @roundhillroastery // Guatemala - Finca El Petaton // Fully Washed . Nothing beats espresso. . . . . . #cultespresso #specialitycoffee #roundhillroastery #thirdwavecoffee

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Just off the Meddows, this place serves single origin coffee and is proudly willing to play the music of US Hip-hop group, House Of Pain. 

Dundee: Empire State Coffee Artisan Roasters

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Empire State Coffee. Nice scone and bevarage!

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Seeking to give you a taste of New York in Dundee, with coffee from Brazil and Vietnam roasted in store. 

Glasgow, Southside: Grain and Grind 

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This is Dan. He makes a mean coffee and will be taking over our kitchen for a pop up very soon! Watch this space 👀🇹🇹

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Exposed brick and a relaxed atmosphere, what more can you ask for. They sell Southside roasters coffee. 

Dumfries, Kings Coffee and Books 

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Some days are best spent with a warm coffee, sat at the window - just watching the world go by. Things start getting busy this time of year. Taking some time to take a break, relax and think can be super important. Enjoy the season, don't let it burden you. Oh and the coffee? This is our cappuccino, served with a light chocolate sprinkle just as the milk is poured through. #Dumfries #DumfriesAndGalloway #Lunch #Brunch #SpecialityCoffee #Scotland #ScottishCoffee #ShopLocal #ShopIndependent #Food #Healthy #EatHealthy #Recyclable #ecoffeecup #GoGreen

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Ran as a not for profit by a local church, there’s a relaxed atmosphere and great coffee. All their baristas are sent to Has Bean coffee in the West Midlands to get training. 

Dumbarton, Benvenuti Coffee House

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We can't think of a better way to start your Thursday than with a cup of fresh ground coffee.

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Great place to stop off for coffee and cake, they also do a fab line in afternoon tea. 

Lerwick, Emma-Louise's The Coffee Shop

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Home baking and warmth, you get your traditional fare of tea's and coffees. They're right next door the the Clan shop so easy to find.

Inverness, Perk Coffee & Doughnuts 

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It may be freezing outside but it’s Saturday and we’ve got some goodies to sort you out! ☕️🥪🍩🕺🏼 Pop in today and taste some delicious coffee, fill up on some freshly made sandwiches and indulge in a box of doughnuts for your weekend ahead! Pm for pre-orders! 💫

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Fresh coffee and handmade doughnuts right in the city centre. 

North Berwick, Steampunkcoffee Coffee Roasters

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Fridays mean Cardamom Buns at Steampunk. And coffee. Lots of coffee. . . . #cardamombuns #hygge #fridaytreats #filtercoffee #cupsinframe #coffeeshots #coffee_inst #coffeeshops #vscocoffee #igerscoffee #coffeelover #coffeeoftheday #coffeegram #coffeeporn #coffeelife #coffeeshopvibes #pourover #coffeeculture #thirdwavecoffee #coffeegeek #baristadaily #alternativebrewing #coffeehopper #localproducer #shoplocal #localindependent #supportlocal #independentbusiness #northberwick #eastlothian @preview.app

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Based in the center of the town, they specialize in single origin coffee. They also have a slight forward food menu and work with local suppliers where they can.  

Edinburgh South Side, Brew Lab Coffee

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If you’re around on Sunday November 25th, the 2050 Edinburgh City Vision campaign is inviting residents with an EH postcode to pop into Brew Lab to share their thoughts about what they want for the future of city – in a unique chance to positively influence what happens next in Edinburgh. . In exchange for the feedback complimentary coffees can be redeemed – a limited number are available (while stocks last), so make sure you get in quick! . . #brewlab #brewlabcoffee #brewlabcafe #cafe #cafeedinburgh #edinburgh #edinburghcafe #edinburghcoffee #disloyal7 #baristadaily #coffee #coffeeclub #manmadecoffee #specialitycoffee

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Well-known speciality coffee shop that served single-origin, espresso and cold brews. 

Fort William, The Wildcat

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Recalibrating our taste buds for awesome espresso with @deargreen , thanks to @glasgow_latteart (Danny) for sharing your expertise with us. #specialitycoffee #fortwilliam #barista #independentcoffeeshop

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Speciality coffee by the water, the food is 100% Vegan. Popular amongst tourists and locals alike. 

Glasgow Merchant City, Spitfire Espresso

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We've been so stupidly busy with the #europeanchampionship and Merchant City Festival that we've neglected our insta feed... Sos. Here's a picture of a coffee to make up for it. Also, Bagpipe Championships are on this weekend (who knew?), so we'll be sticking up a post with the amazing beers we'll have on draught and in the bottle fridge along with our awesome coffee and banging food options. #cafe #specialitycoffee #coffee #latteart #cappuccino #busy #busyasfook

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Retro feel to this place, they roast Gunnerbean coffee which is a blend of Colombian and Brazillian beans.

Dundee, The Bach 

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Coffee training and tasting morning. Saturday mornings don't get much better than this!

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Newzeland meets Dundee, with a great selection of coffee ans food. 

Aberdeen, The Coffee house 

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Tomorrow night - live at The Coffee House, 11 till 11.30pm. Will be joined by gents @paulmcqueen0118 and James Pritchard on cahon and piano respectively. Likely to be there quite a bit beforehand for banter. . . . . . . . #edmerchantmusic #soloartist #singersongwriter #musicartist #acousticguitar #acousticgigs #acousticartist #music #musicartist #guitarmusic #guitar #aberdeengigs #aberdeen #aberdream #granitecity #northeastscotland #grampian #aberdeengigs #aberdeenmusicscene #aberdeenmusic #aberdeennightlife #coffeehouseaberdeen #coffeeandmusic #belmontstreet

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What it says on the tin, homely with good coffee 

Edinburgh New Town, Fortitude Coffee 

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If you find yourself in St Andrews on Thursday the 20TH join us and our friends @zeststandrews to taste a range of delicious coffees.

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Intimate and friendly, their filter coffees are hand-brewed using a Kalita wave pour-over.

Glasgow West End, Offshore

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☕️🌞 Thanks @glasgowjim for this photo! It's as beautiful as it tastes! Fancy something light and refreshing this sunny afternoon on #gibsonstreet? It's #icedlatte time! #coffee #glasgowfood #glasgow #westend #glasgowuni #latte #offshore #offshorecoffee #kelvingrove #tgifridays #kelvinbridge #kelvingrovepark #repost #regram #weekendvibes #sunny #milk #tasty

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Loads of seating and beautiful views of the River Kelvin 

Edinburgh City Centre, Fredericks Coffee and Wine 

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Sunday mornings are my fav... ☀️🍳🥞☕️ #breakfast #brunch #fredericks #edinburgh #waffles #BerryBreakfast #coffeehouse #frederickstreet #fringefestival

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Hidden up a narrow tenement staircase, a gem of a place in a busy city centre. 

Highlands Toremore, Laidhay Tearoom 

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Fantastic stopover for lunch. Friendly staff, nutritious, hearty and tasty soups and sandwiches #dunbeath #laidhaw #scotland #croft #scotland #wanderlust #travel #johnaldretephotography #architecture #tearoom

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Whether you’re doing the north coast 500 or Lands End to John o’Groats, this is a charming, friendly must visit.

Highlands Tornapress, Bealach Café

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Would much prefer it to be last Wednesday again when I was enjoying this set up #scotland #visitscotland #scotspirit #scotlandisnow #instascotland #insta_scotland #nc500 #northcoast500 #kishorn #applecross #highlands #cakestop#coffee #coffeeshop #food #views

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Lovely coffee and friendly with beautiful views.
Morayshire, Speyside Coffee Roasting Co

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Loving our day off, enjoying great coffee @coffeeatthekings and the beauty of Cullen beach 💞 #coffeegram #coffeescotland #dayoff #coffeeatthekings #cullen #summerinscotland #lovewherewelive

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Dog Friendly and charming, they roast twice weekly and let the beans rest for 7 days  in order to serve the best tasting coffee they can. 

Glasgow West End, For Fika Sake 

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Enjoying this lovely Autumn sun! #fika #forfikasake #glasgow #partick #sunshine #cafe

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A west-end escape. A Scottish-Scandi creative space that’s friendly and fun. 

Glasgow Queen Street Station, Luckie Beans Coffee Roasters 

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#Repost @senhorita_jerez ・・・ # most adorable flat white in recent couple of days # #luckiebeans #coffeeroasters #glasgow #queenstreet #trainstation #coffeecart #flatwhite #queenstreetstation #glasgowcoffee #cart #awardwinning #coffee #love

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As the station gets re-developed this coffee cart has served rail users well and always provides the best coffee on the mainline. 

Perth, BLEND

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We are having a few technical difficulties today. Today we are only able to serve Americanos, either black or with some milk on the side. Due to a fault, we are unable to produce drinks which require steamed milk. Thanks for your understanding, Blend Team

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Warm and relaxed, with a unique mix of ‘high end’ coffees available. 

East Neuk of Fife Pittenweem, The Cocoa Tree Shop

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#afternoonpickmeup#cocoatreebillionaire#haveyoutriedyet

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Not strictly coffee alone but highly recommended and who doesn’t love a good mocha. 

Aberdeen, Books and Beans

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Repost from @hotmesspresso #BookReview: A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum. This is a novel about the women in a Palestinian family, their tradition of oppression, and their conflicts with passing oppression on through generations. The overarching concept that tradition holds precedence over needs, desires, and even safety was infuriating to read at times, yet beautifully written. Each page turn left me more hopeful for the empowerment of these women as they began to realize their internal voices and worth. • This is also a book for book lovers, as Rum perfectly captures the comforts and joys of reading. I’d expect nothing less from the creator of @booksandbeans. I felt the same way reading this as I did when I first read A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, which was mentioned. Perhaps it was the setting of Brooklyn, or maybe that I have a deep appreciation for the stories because they show a suffering that most authors gloss over. • I highly recommend. It’s a truly captivating and bold novel. • I received an ARC of this novel. It will be available in March 2019. #AWomanIsNoMan

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Coffee and book, bliss. 

St Andrews, St Andrews Waffle Company

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The best way to start every morning, perfectly ground @glenlyoncoffee coffee. We can make you the perfect coffee every time. Huge list of coffees available from Iced lattes to Coconut milk Flat Whites. Just ask our friendly staff for some recommendations. Open Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm and Saturday from 8am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm. Look forward to seeing you all over the weekend. - - #coffee #instacoffee #fife #standrewswaffleco #Standrewscoffee #standrews #bestcoffee #glenlyoncoffee #waffles #lovefife #coffeerocks #wafflesandcoffee #belgianwaffles #mustvisit

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Great fresh waffles and they serve Glen Lyon coffee, a high end Artisan roast. 

Leith, Printworks Coffee

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Independent and local.

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