This week we are joined by Adam Innes, more commonly known as ‘AdamsCoffeeGlasgow’ who this week went viral with his Bolognese Latte video which amassed well over one million views! I hope you find this discussion exploring the depths of the

How to keep your team engaged with your workplace culture.

Feb 22nd, 2024 24m 23s

This week, Hannah and Robi discuss all things culture at work, and most crucially how to keep your team passionate about what is important to the business.Hannah is the Supervisor at our Melville Place coffee shop in the West End of Edinburgh.

How can you make your cafe environment more unique?

Feb 5th, 2024 21m 39s

In this weeks discussion Robi is joined by Cairngorm Coffee Shop Supervisor, Hannah! We cover everything regarding how to make a better customer experience and the nitty gritty of how to stand out. I hope you enjoy! Shop Coffee: https://bit.l

What do you actually want?

Jan 29th, 2024 21m 2s

Welcome to CAIRNcast, the ultimate podcast for specialty coffee enthusiasts! ☕ We aim to provide captivating conversations discussing the business of coffee, and give a transparent view of our approach. Each week we pick a topic that we hope

Here's why we think coffee blends are elite!

Jan 22nd, 2024 20m 31s

Here's how to get hired in your favourite specialty cafe.

Jan 15th, 2024 21m 2s

In this weeks episode, the first of 2024, we delve into the world of recruitment within the cafe environment. Getting on to the first rung of the ladder can be tricky and we throw around some ideas for how to make the best moves, show an intere

#16 | In conversation with Devin Blackie from Minor Figures

Sep 3rd, 2023 15m 47s

We recently recorded some quick-fire conversations with various members of the coffee community as part of the Minor Figures Clockoff event, hosted at Mayvn.In this episode, Robi spoke to Devin, a friend of Cairngorm who currently represents

#15 | In conversation with Anna Wardlaw from Cairngorm Coffee

Sep 1st, 2023 11m 2s

We recently recorded some quick-fire conversations with various members of the coffee community as part of the Minor Figures Clockoff event, hosted at Mayvn.In this episode, Robi spoke to Anna who's our very own Operations Manager, having pre

#14 | In conversation with Jason Harvey from Mayvn & Common Coffee

Aug 30th, 2023 13m 20s

We recently recorded some quick-fire conversations with various members of the coffee community as part of the Minor Figures Clockoff event, hosted at Mayvn. In this episode, Robi spoke to Jason who's the owner of Mayvn alongside Common Coffe

#13 | In conversation with Fraser Smith from EH9 Espresso

Aug 13th, 2023 58m 25s

After wanting to sit down with Fraser since we started the pod, we finally managed to grab him on a visit to our roastery last month. Fraser is the founder of EH9 Espresso in Dundee and a coffee conscious of the highest degree, having created e

#12 | Q&A with the Roastery Team, Kate & Hannah

Jul 11th, 2023 37m 35s

This week Kate (Roastery Manager) and Hannah (Head of Cafe Quality and Roasting) sit down to have a natter and get back to all of your lovely questions. Please let us know if you have any more for them, or for future Q&A type episodes!Shop Co

#11 | In conversation with...Josh Tarlo of Headstand Coffee Seltzer

Jul 11th, 2023 33m 19s

Please note that this was originally cast on Youtube on 20th June 2023In this episode Robi is joined by Josh Tarlo who has had quite a journey through specialty coffee, resulting in the creation of a great coffee related soda brand.Shop Cof

#10 | Is our job to market the most financially sustainable coffee business?

Jul 11th, 2023 1h

Please note that this was originally cast on Youtube on 21st April 2023.In this episode Harris and Robi discuss what their job really is when running a Specialty Coffee Business.Shop Coffee: https://bit.ly/3UMdfVdShop Subscriptions: https:/

#9 | How welcoming are the coffee community?

Jul 11th, 2023 58m 54s

Please note that this was originally cast on Youtube on 6th April 2023.In this episode Robi and Harris discuss how approachable and welcoming the coffee community are, especially in Scotland.Shop Coffee: https://bit.ly/3UMdfVdShop Subscrip

Bonus

BONUS: We discuss UKBC with our competitor, Kyle McGhie

Jul 11th, 2023 12m 52s

Please note that this was originally cast on Youtube on 30th March 2023.In this episode we chat to Kyle McGhie, our Barista Trainer who competed in this years UK Barista Championship Finals in London.Shop Coffee: https://bit.ly/3UMdfVdShop

#8 | The Future of our Packaging

Jul 11th, 2023 1h 2m

Please note that this was originally aired on Youtube on 23rd March 2023.Shop Coffee: https://bit.ly/3UMdfVdShop Subscriptions: https://bit.ly/3UZFqj9Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cairngormco...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cair

#7 | Are Coffee Subscriptions Worth It?

Jul 11th, 2023 42m 36s

Please note this was originally cast on Youtube on 19th March 2023.In this episode we discuss coffee subscriptions and how challenging they can be to do well, weighing on our own experiences.Shop Coffee: https://bit.ly/3UMdfVdShop Subscrip

BONUS: Scottish Rugby Round-Up / Ben Healy at No. 10?

Mar 11th, 2023 12m 57s

As always we're looking ahead to the next game of the 6 Nations as a bonus weekly episode. We reflect quickly on the France game and get excited for the Irish to visit Edinburgh.

#6 | White Label Coffee & Expanding Wholesale

Mar 11th, 2023 54m 34s

This week we're here to discuss White, or Private, Label coffee roasting. What it means, and what it can mean to the success of your coffee roastery.Shop Coffee: https://bit.ly/3UMdfVdShop Subscriptions: https://bit.ly/3UZFqj9 Instagram: htt

Bonus

BONUS: Scottish Rugby Round-Up #3

Feb 23rd, 2023 33m 50s

We're back after the long, long fallow week to quickly reflect on another (shock) week and get ready for a big battle this weekend. Order a Shirt https://cairngorm.coffee/products/cai... Shop Coffee: https://bit.ly/3UMdfVdShop Subscription

#5 | Our take on the race to the bottom

Feb 22nd, 2023 35m 31s

This week we're discussing the 'race to the bottom' and how that relates to specialty coffee. Broadly speaking, this is an interesting conversation that addresses some of the very basics of coffee quality and price, but explores the important d

#4 | Q&A with Founder, Robi Lambie

Feb 15th, 2023 53m 4s

This week Harris is away, so Robi is answering your questions. Shop Coffee: https://bit.ly/3UMdfVdShop Subscriptions: https://bit.ly/3UZFqj9Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cairngormcoffeecoTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cairngormcoff

#3 | How can we make specialty coffee shops feel more comfortable?

Feb 8th, 2023 1h 2m

This week we are deep diving into accessibility in coffee, and how we feel we can make improvements in the industry to better service the consumer. This is a large topic, and one that we feel super passionate about. It's also a very hard one to

Bonus

BONUS: 6 Nations Preview

Feb 2nd, 2023 19m 33s

We're chatting all things tries and line outs in this random bonus segment of the podcast. Robi and Harris chat about the pending Calcutta Cup tie between Scotland and England. If you like rugby then get on the headphones!

#2 | How do you open a coffee shop? And how much does it cost?

Feb 1st, 2023 1h 13m

We're in Cairngorm Coffee 'Frederick Street' this week discussing how on earth you go about opening your first coffee shop/cafe, the costs associated with that and Robi's journey from dream to reality. Shop Coffee: https://bit.ly/3UMdfVdShop