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Coffee News from A1 CoffeeWe hope this section will be of interest to those wanting to know more about the latest news in the world of coffee, as well as promotions and new products from A1. We update this page regularly, so please be sure to have a look from time to time! Disposable Cups - Small Quantities17 January 2012 By popular request, we are now offering our disposable takeaway coffee cups in smaller quantities for those who don't need a whole box. Ideal for home use such as parties, to charity events, one-off conferences or meeting, and pretty much every other use you can think of! Most of our competitors insist on selling you their cups in boxes of 1000, and we know from listening to our customers that not everybody wants that many. If there is something you think we can improve and offer in different quantities, or if you need a variety of a product that we don't have, please let us know. We do actually listen to our customers! Byron Bay Cookies3 January 2012 Firstly, Happy New Year! Now that we're all back at work, you may be considering how you can offer your customers something special, something eye-catching and out of the ordinary. With this in mind, we're pleased to announce that we now stock a full range of Byron Bay cookies and accessories. These premium cookies are from the hugely successful Australian cookie company and are rapidly gaining in popularity here in the UK. We can supply not only the full range of cookies, but also glass cookie jars, tongs, etc, to complete your display and create a classy look. Take a look at our range today! A Very Merry Christmas From Us!22 December 2011 We'd like to wish all of our customers a very merry Christmas and thank you all for your continued custom throughout the year. We are doing everything we can to get next year's pricing as low as possible again and we'll be extending our range of products in many areas to give you the best possible choice. We hope that 2012 is a successful year for everyone and we hope to be of service again in the near future. Best regards, all at A1 Coffee. New Flavouring Syrups For Christmas14 November 2011 With many coffee shops and cafes starting to gear up for Christmas, we have introduced some great new products to add some spice to your drinks menu. We now offer the great Sweetbird flavouring syrup range in Egg Nog and Toffee Apple flavours, as well as an increased range of hot chocolate from Clipper and Ghirardelli. Take a look at our range today and offer your customers something that will stand out from the crowd! New Range of Disposable Takeaway Cups15 September 2011 We have today increased our range of takeout coffee cups to include some great new designs such as Raffe cups, green paper cups and even Union Jack design dispoable cups! As always, there's no need to buy huge quantities - you can buy from just 100 cups and lids if you wish. Take a look at our range and see how you could add a real quality look to your takeaway hot drinks! New Coffee Blends17 August 2011 By popular request, we are pleased to announce the launch of two brand new coffee blends in the Planet Java range - Espresso Roma and Espresso Napoli. Designed for customers who like their coffee a little stronger, these are both high roast coffees guaranteed to give you that real kick without any bitterness. These blends are, as usual, offered at prices that others simply cannot match, saving you and your business money. Summer Holidays!10 August 2011 Fancy trying something new this summer? We have a great range of drinks that are ideal for the good weather, including several flavours of Frappe mix. These can be mixed with milk and ice in a blender and make a refreshing alternative to milkshakes and soft drinks. Try them on your customers and offer them something different! New Lavazza Coffee Prices02 July 2011 Lavazza have announced a Europe-wide price increase with effect from 1st June this year, as a consequence of higher wholesale prices and production costs. We have strived to ensure that our new pricing for all Lavazza products is still the most competitive in the UK, and of course we continue to offer the very best advice and aftersales support. Lavazza coffee is still superb value for money, particularly when compared to the other well-known Italian coffee brands, and the quality is second to none. If you wish to discuss becoming a Lavazza customer, feel free to call us for a chat.
Italian Panettone08 June 2011 We've just added some gorgeous Italian panettone to our product range. Imported from Italy, it's a light and most spongy bread with raisins and candied orange peel that it perfect served with a frothy coffee! At just 99p each and no VAT to pay, they're also a bargain. Have a look now - Click here to view our Italian Panettone Sweetbird Flavouring Syrups!04 May 2011 We now stock a full range of fabulous Sweetbird flavouring syrups, perfect for use in everything from coffee to milkshakes and cocktails. Sweetbird syrups are free from artificial colours and flavours and are certified as suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Supplied in plastic bottles so you have no worries about breakages where you may be preparing food. New Low Prices On Flavouring Syrups!08 April 2011 Our flavouring syrups are selling so well that we have decided to bring our prices down even further, making us the lowest priced distributor in the UK! Our full range of delicious IBC and DaVinci syrups are perfect for adding a new dimension to cappuccinos, lattes and even for making cocktails and milkshakes, sodas and more. Prices are now just £5.99 per bottle, and just £4.99 each if you buy a case of 6 - fabulous value for money. More Free Coffee Guides!25 March 2011 By popular demand, we have added more downloadable PDF guides on making great coffee. The latest one explains how to make all styles of coffee from espresso to latte, how to froth milk, how to serve your drinks and even how to clean and maintain your equipment. Handy to refer to and it's free!
Click Here To Visit The Free Coffee Guides Page Free Coffee Guides07 March 2011 We have added a new page to our website containing downloadable PDF guides on making great coffee. These are no-nonsense, jargon-free guides designed to cut through all the bits you don't need to read about and just get to the good stuff! We'll be adding to this page of free coffee guides regularly, so be sure to check it whenever you visit!
Click Here To Visit The Free Coffee Guides Page Contemporary Barista Range04 February 2011 Today, we've added a stunning range of modern and contemporary barista equipment including coffee tampers and knockout boxes. Designed for the modern kitchen, these statement pieces look super cool and the fun back into making coffee. Click here to view the rangeMonthly Prize Draws21 January 2011 For anyone who joins us in Facebook, there is a chance to win a free coffee box full of goodies worth £50 every month. All you need to do is press the 'like' button (see below for a link to our Facebook page) and that's it! Plus you'll be able to see any other great offers and discounts too. See you there! In Cup Drinks14 January 2011 We've been working all night adding a massive new range of in cup drinks to our website and we're now proud to offer every possible drink you can think of! Over 140 lines now in stock, they're perfect for use in offices, factories, food vans, outdoor pursuits and so much more. Not only do they fit most popular vending machines, you can use them with just a kettle. So now there's no excuse for not having a great range of drinks available for your staff, your customers or yourself! New Competitions and Free Prize Draws05 January 2011 We hope you're all now fully recovered from the New Year festivities! This month sees the first of our free prize draws - all you need to do is 'like' our Facebook page and you're in! Invite all your friends for a chance to win some great gifts - among the prizes this month is a package of Italian porcelain coffee cups and saucers with free coffee, delivered to you by courier. All you need to do is connect with us. We hope to see you soon! :) Merry Christmas From All At A1 Coffee!23 December 2010 We'd like to extend our thanks to all our customers this year and wish you all the best for Christmas and the New Year. The office is open as normal on Christmas Eve, and all online orders will be processed by our Distribution Centre every day throughout the Christmas and New Year period, even when the Sales Office is closed. We look forward to seeing you all again in 2011! MultiBuy Discounts16 December 2010 You may have noticed that coffee prices in the UK (and also in Europe) have recently increased dramatically in price. This is due to a number of factors, the main one being the cost of fuel which is used in both the roasting and transporting of coffee beans. Many of our competitors have already, or will very shortly, increase their prices by as much as 20%. We're used to looking at things a different way here at A1 Coffee, so we've introduced 'MultiBuy Discounts' on most of our coffee and even on some cleaning products, coffee flavouring syrups and more. This means that, just by buying slightly less often and stocking up when you do buy, we can pass on the savings in delivery costs to you in the form of a discount. So while our competitors are putting their prices up, we've kept most of ours the same, and some have even come down! Look out for the MultiBuy offers on our coffee and don't pay higher prices! New Look Website26 November 2010 Today we've launched our new look website which will make shopping a lot easier for our customers. The new site has an improved layout to help you find the items you want more quickly. There are also a number of new functions and features that will make shopping with A1 Coffee even easier than ever! Clipper Fairtrade Range04 November 2010 We're really pleased to have added a large number of Clipper fairtrade products to our range. We're being asked for fairtrade products more and more as people are switching to more ethical shopping habits, and Clipper is at the forefront of the fairtrade initiative. The range consists of all kinds of tea from catering bags to individually enveloped speciality tea, and even the presentation boxes and retails stands, all at everyday prices. The range also includes instant coffee and fairtrade organic hot chocolate, ensuring you can buy fairtrade products without having to compromise on choice. Switch to Clipper today and enjoy the fresh taste and low prices! Winter Is Nearly Here - Again!28 October 2010 It really doesn't seem like a year since we were stocking up with winter product, but it's that time again! Keep your customers happy with great winter warmer drinks, such as gorgeous hot chocolate made with our luxurious Ghirardelli chocolate syrups, there's also great new IBC and DaVinci syrups flavours for winter, including Shortbread, Cinnamon, Gingerbread and many more, perfect for getting creative with thise winter drinks! Keep an eye out for our Christmas coffee too, as well as gift sets and more. No Fear Energy Sports Drinks05 October 2010 Due to customer requests, we now stock the excellent No Fear energy drinks in both 250ml and the 485ml resealable cans. We also have the Slazenger orange sport drinks in 500ml bottles. Perfect for gyms, health clubs, newsagents and for your own use, they are great value for money. Add them to your range today! Click here to view PayPal28 September 2010 As of today, we now accept PayPal in addition to all major credit and debit cards. We're always looking for ways to make our customers' lives easier, so we hope this will be convenient for many of you. Thanks. Jargon-Free Guide To Coffee Syrups10 September 2010Coffee Flavouring Syrups Explained It’s only a few decades since the most adventurous any of us in the UK got with coffee was a jar of freeze-dried Maxwell House. Since then of course, things have changed beyond recognition in every High Street in the land, every restaurant, coffee shop and even pub now offers a bewildering array of coffees that you can have served exactly to your taste. Much of the coffee culture we now take for granted has been imported from America and Italy (the Italians with the basic coffees themselves - espresso, latte, cappuccino and the Americans with the marketing - Starbucks, cookies, etc, etc). Here at A1 Coffee, we stock pretty much every product line a coffee shop would ever need, and one area where we’ve seen considerable steady growth over the last year or two is in flavouring syrups. So we thought it was time to explain! So What Are They? Flavouring syrups for coffee are nothing new, but they’re now gaining rapidly in popularity as the coffee shop visitor looks for ever more exotic and elaborate versions of their favourite drink. Coffee syrups offer a massive variety of additional flavours that are added to the coffee during preparation, normally when being served as lattes or cappuccinos. We, for instance, stock around 60 different varieties, many of which are increasingly being ordered for home use. Are They Only For Coffee? Not at all. The only limit to their use is your imagination! Some of the flavours such as strawberry, orange and cherry make ideal toppings for ice cream and other desserts. Others are used by some of our customers in baking or producing sauces, while others such as mint, zabaglione and amaretto are great in sodas and cocktails. Whether you’d choose to use many of these flavours in coffee of course remains a matter of personal taste, and the old favourites are still the most popular, such as vanilla, hazelnut and caramel. Aren’t They Unhealthy? Considering that a lot of us like to enjoy a muffin or chocolate cookie with our coffee, it’s all down to moderation. A1 Coffee stocks the IBC (Italian Beverage Company) natural syrups, which aren’t packed full of chemical additives and nasty E numbers, which we think also improves the flavour. There are also sugar free versions by DaVinci, so you can have your skinny caramel latte with a clear conscience. How Do I Use Them? While you should freely experiment with various flavours to find which ones work best for you, it’s worth mentioning that they’re designed for use mainly in lattes and cappuccinos. This is simply because syrups work best in long milky drinks which prevent the syrups overtaking the flavour of the coffee itself, though a small amount of something like amaretto may work well in a double espresso. However, you should be aware that they aren’t best suited for use with instant or filter coffee, due to the way in which these coffees are blended, roasted and prepared. Americans will argue that this isn’t the case – French vanilla filter coffee for instance is incredibly popular Stateside, but doesn’t appeal as much to European pallets. Anything Else I Should Know? Not really. Don’t get ripped off by the big coffee shop chains who will charge you a fortune – they really aren’t that expensive if you know where to look. Try all the different flavours that you like the sound of until you find what works best for you, and don’t listen to any ‘coffee connoisseur’ who tells you you’re ruining your coffee – it’s you that’s drinking it after all! Jargon-Free Guide To Cafetiere Coffee03 September 2010Our last article, ‘Jargon-Free Guide To Filter Coffee’ seems to have struck a chord with many of our customers who have thanked us for simplifying how to get the best out of your filter coffee machine. We therefore decided to apply the same no-nonsense approach to cafetiere coffee. Again, keep it simple and you can’t go wrong! So What Is It? Cafetieres (also known as French Press or Plunger coffee makers) are without doubt the simplest and cheapest way to make good coffee. It is simply a container containing a mesh plunger which is used to separate the coffee grounds from the coffee after brewing. You can then pour your cups or mugs out directly from the cafetiere. There are no expensive parts, no electrical connections and no difficult cleaning routines to follow. It’s also the most portable method – if you have access to boiling water, you can make great coffee! How Do I Make Really Good Coffee? OK, you’re just a few steps away from making great coffee. Follow this guide and you simply can’t get it wrong! Ensure the cafetiere is clean and always use fresh coffee. Use good coffee. A bit obvious this one, but you’re not going to turn rubbish coffee into good no matter how hard you try. Use the best you can find, such the Planet Java cafetiere coffee range, or Lavazza filter coffee (which is also suitable for use in cafetieres). Heat the cafetiere first with some hot water, pour away, and then add one heaped dessert spoon of coffee per normal sized cup (cafetieres come in many sizes, so for instance, use 4 spoons of coffee if you are using a cafetiere to make 4 cups of coffee). Fill to within 1 inch (2.5 cms) of the top with water that’s just off the boil. Stir well for a few seconds before replacing the plunger and lid and leaving for at least 4 minutes. Push the plunger down slowly and carefully. Hey presto – perfect coffee! Look after your equipment. After use, clean the cafetiere thoroughly ensuring the mesh in the plunger is washed to remove coffee grounds. Rinse through to remove any soap residue. What Coffee Should I Use? This isn’t the minefield that some ‘coffee experts’ will have you believe. It’s partly a matter of personal preference of course, and partly down to selecting a suitable blend. Most cafetiere coffee that’s been pre-ground and packaged by a reputable company is already blended and roasted to work with both cafetieres and filter coffee makers, and unless you’ve picked an own-brand that is suspiciously cheap, should be suitable for most uses. Be mindful that some of the household names available in supermarkets are not as good as you may think, and that you generally get what you pay for. Discount coffee may sound appealing, but it may not taste it! Avoid single estate and origin coffees unless you’ve tried them before, or have some knowledge of such products. Being single estate, 100% Arabica or from a specific region is no guarantee that, once ground, the coffee will be suitable for use in a filter coffee machine. Again – keep it simple. Select a tried and trusted ‘omnigrind’ coffee such as Lavazza’s Qualita Rossa or Planet Java’s cafetiere range – these have already been refined over the years to ensure they’ll work perfectly every time. Find a good wholesale coffee supplier either by recommendation or by buying a small amount first before placing any large orders – own brand coffee very dramatically and you don’t want to make an expensive mistake. Anything Else I Should Know? Not really. At A1 Coffee, we believe that keeping it simple means fewer mistakes and more time spent enjoying the coffee. Cafetieres are incredibly easy to use, and should therefore be an essential part of any coffee-lover’s kit. Instant Credit Accounts27 August 2010Just a reminder that we offer instant 30-day credit accounts for virtually all public sector organisations. We appreciate that, unlike traditional businesses, you may not have access to a company credit card to make your purchase. We therefore offer a free credit account that couldn't be simpler to use. The application is online and takes less than a minute. We'll have you up and running within the hour, and you're then free to place orders up to a value of £500 for next day delivery! So if you are purchasing on behalf of a school, college, university, council, charity, NHS, church, etc, save yourself time and money by ordering with us! Our website is designed to accept purchase orders on your account 24 hours per day, meaning you can order when it suits you. Speak with an advisor today, or click on the application form on the bottom right-hand side of this website. Website Enhancements23 August 2010We've just completed a major upgrade to our website, making finding products much easier, and increasing our range by another 100 products. We've also made ordering easier - customers who've previously placed online orders don't even need to enter their payment details, we can just recharge your card. Credit account customers can place purchase orders online 24 hours a day without a payment card, ideal for large offices, schools, NHS, etc. We're planning further improvements in the near future to make life as easy as possible for our customers. Jargon-Free Guide To Filter Coffee11 August 2010Contrary to some of the guides you may find online for making great filter coffee, it’s neither difficult nor expensive. The whole point of filter coffee is convenience – it allows anyone to make a jug of really good coffee without needing to spend ages preparing it or requiring Barista-level knowledge of operating complex equipment. Ignore any advice that sounds overly complicated or fussy - keep it simple and you can’t go wrong! So What Is It? Filter coffee machines are designed to pass near-boiling water through a filter paper full of coffee into a jug below. The jug will normally sit on a hotplate allowing it to be used over a period of time. For this reason, they’re popular in offices, restaurants and reception areas where making fresh coffee every time someone wants a cup isn’t convenient. The coffee is widely available in both large packs and in pre-measured sachets to make a single jug, which is the preferred choice for most people as it ensures consistent strength every time and means there’s no mess.
How Do I Make Really Good Coffee? OK, you’re just a few steps away from making great coffee. Follow this guide and you simply can’t get it wrong! 1.Use cold water and fresh coffee. If you are using pre-measured sachets, only open one when you’re about to make your coffee. 2.Use good coffee. A bit obvious we know, but you’re not going to turn rubbish coffee into a good one no matter how knowledgeable you are. Use a premium brand such as Lavazza filter coffee if you can, or a good alternative such as Planet Java coffee if you’re on a budget. 3.Don’t prepare coffee too far ahead, it’s far better to brew it when you need it. Leaving it stewing on a hotplate will ruin the flavour after about an hour, at which point you should pour it away and make a fresh jug. If you’re brewing into a flask, remember to warm it up first or you’ll be drinking lukewarm coffee for the rest of the day! 4.Look after your equipment. After a few weeks, oils deposited from the coffee will accumulate in your flasks, jugs and filter pans. Use a powder such as Bravilor cleaner to remove the deposits and prevent them from tainting the flavour of the coffee. Most commercial coffee machines are very easy to keep clean. What Coffee Should I Use? This isn’t the minefield that some ‘coffee experts’ will have you believe. It’s partly a matter of personal preference of course, and partly down to selecting a suitable blend. Most filter coffee that’s been pre-ground and packaged by a reputable company is already blended and roasted to work with filter coffee makers, and unless you’ve picked an own-brand that is suspiciously cheap, should be suitable to serve to your staff, customers, etc. Be mindful that some of the household names available in supermarkets are not as good as you may think, and that you generally get what you pay for. Discount coffee may sound appealing, but it may not taste it! Avoid single estate and origin coffees unless you’ve tried them before, or have some knowledge of such products. Being single estate, 100% Arabica or from a specific region is no guarantee that, once ground, the coffee will be suitable for use in a filter coffee machine. Again – keep it simple. Select a tried and trusted filter coffee such as Lavazza’s Qualita Rossa or Planet Java All Day Filter Coffee – these have already been refined over the years to ensure they’ll work perfectly in any filter coffee machine. Find a good wholesale coffee supplier either by recommendation or by buying a small amount first before placing any large orders – own brand coffee very dramatically and you don’t want to make an expensive mistake. What About Filter Papers? Easy. Never reuse them, never wash them and never pre-pack them in advance with ground coffee. Simply use them as and when required and dispose of them with the coffee grounds once you’ve brewed your coffee. They are inexpensive at around a penny each (the Planet Java brand in particular even includes them with the coffee for convenience), so there really is no need for some of the DIY alternatives you may read online such as straining it through a pair of tights, etc! New World Barista Champion12 July 2010We'd like to congratulate Michael Phillips who won the World Barista Championships held last month at the Cafe Culture exhibition in London. Raul Rodas from Guatemala took second place with Scottie Callaghan from Australia third. It was a great exhibition this year with other great competitions taking place such as Latte Art, where Haruna Murayama of Japan sailed to victory with her innovative designs and perfect coffee. For the full report, go to The SCAE website. Deliveries To Ireland06 July 2010We have negotiated a new tariff with our delivery partners for customers in the Republic of Ireland. From today, we charge a single rate of just £13.95 for orders over £50, even if your consignment is very heavy or bulky. No catches, hidden charges or complicated tariffs, just a single low price. For orders under £50, the rate has now reduced to £19.95. Baratza Home Coffee Grinders02 July 2010Today is our launch of the Baratza coffee grinder range, a solidly-built and reliable range of home and light-commercial use grinders. With prices starting at a little over £100, these are grea value for money are are leagues above what the same money might buy you elsewhere. If you are serious about coffee, these are definitely worth considering. Click on 'grinders' from the menu on the left-hand side of this website. Customers in France, Netherlands & Spain21 June 2010We have negotiated a special rate with our courier partners for deliveries to France, Netherlands and Spain. This means that businesses from these countries can now benefit from the low pricing we offer and can buy online 24-7. All deliveries to these countries are charged at a fixed cost regardless of the weight and value of the order - this allows us to be very competitive will heavier consignments of coffee, sugar, etc. The rates are capped at £21.50 for France, £25 for the Netherlands and £32 for Spain (mainland only). Please note that for these countries, deliveries can only be made to business addresses. Clearance Bargains16 June 2010We occasionally have single lots of products available at clearance prices. This could be due to changes in packaging design, short shelf life, or any number of other reasons. This is a great opportunity to grab a bargain for yourself or your business. These are sold in single lots only, and when they're gone, they're gone. Keep an eye on the Clearance Offers section whenever you visit the website. Planet Java Espresso Milano09 June 2010The newest addition to our Planet Java coffee range - Planet Java Espresso Milano - is proving to be a big hit with the numerous coffee shops we supply. So much so that it's taken us a little by surprise and should become our best selling coffee in a very short space of time. So once again, thanks to all our loyal customers and we hope you continue to enjoy the coffee! New Catering Tea Brands04 June 2010We've now added to our range of catering teabags in response to requests from our customers. In addition to the Imporient and PG Tips brands, we now stock Twinings and Typhoo in catering size packs of 1100 teabags, at the usual low prices you expect from us. Let Us Know What You Think!26 May 2010We pride ourselves on listening to feedback from our customers and reacting to their needs wherever possible. We would therefore welcome any comments you may have about our service, products, website or any other aspect of your experience as an A1 Coffee customer. With your input, we will be able to make further developments to our business to ensure you get the very best service, prices and advice possible. You can send us your comments or suggestions at admin@a1coffee.co.uk. We look forward to hearing from you! Join Us On Facebook!18 May 2010We like our customers and friends to be able to keep in touch with us. Our Facebook page isn't just marketing and special offers, it's also full of great (and sometimes plain crazy) recipes, humourous cartoons and pictures and other articles of interest to coffee lovers. We're friendly people, so connect with us on Facebook - we look forward to seeing you there! World Cup Coffee10 May 2010With the 2010 World Cup nearly here, we've decided to celebrate by offering a range of World Cup coffee from 8 of the competing nations. We have coffees representing France, Algeria, Honduras, Mexico, Italy, England, Brazil and Australia. All priced at just £4.99 for 200g including grinding to your requirements and delivery anywhere in the EU! Get in quick and enjoy great coffee during each match! Click here to buy some great World Cup coffee! Great Coffee Ideas!04 May 2010Here at A1 Coffee, we've seen many different recipes for various types of coffee over the years, but none quite as adventurous as some of these! Have a look at this article and pick one or two to try at home or in your business - we've tried some of them and they're well worth a look! Espresso Machine Parts & Spares26 April 2010Due to popular demand, we are now rolling out our range of parts and spares across the website, allowing you to buy the items you need 24 hours a day. Please bear with us - it's a huge job and will take a few weeks to complete. Bravilor parts and spares are already available to buy online, and this will be joined by dedicated sections for Fracino, Marco, Faema, Brasilia, Futurmat, Cimbali, Iberital, CMA, Nuova Simonelli, Gaggia, Spaziale, Rancilio, Mazzer, San Marco, Macap and Visacrem. In the meantime, you can still call our order line for advice or to place an order on 0845 293 9356. Mazzer Professional Coffee Grinders16 April 2010We have now expanded our range of Italian Mazzer professional coffee grinders to include the Mazzer Mini in both timer and automatic versions. Mazzer grinders are a common sight in Costa and Starbucks, and are superb value for money. Starting at just £309 plus VAT, they are solidly built for a long working life, and are attractively designed making them suitable for anyone from the enthusiastic home barista to the established coffee shop owner. Our prices are the lowest delivered UK prices, and the grinders are always in stock ready for despatch. Click Here to view the range. 2010 Product Brochure06 April 2010Our 2010 product brochure will be ready in a few weeks time and will contain all of our great product lines and prices, perfect for business owners or purchasing managers to refer to when ordering or comparing pricing. If you would like one sent to you free of charge, simply give us a call or send an email to admin@a1coffee.co.uk and we'll send one out to you. Alternatively, you can download a low-resolution version from this website - Click Here Coffee Machine Spares30 March 2010Due to popular demand, we have increased our range of spares and parts for coffee machines, water boilers and bulk brewers. We deliver parts throughout the EU and can talk through your requirements over the phone to ensure you get the exact parts and the service you need. We specialise in parts for Bravilor, Franke, Marco and Brasilia machines, and also source hard-to-find spares for most other makes of espresso machines and commercial coffee grinders. Credit Accounts For Public Sector22 March 2010We're pleased to announce that customers in the public sector who need to buy coffee and other supplies, but who don't have access to a credit card, can now open a 30-day credit account. Due to the fact that schools, universities, NHS, churches, councils, charities and government agencies are not run as businesses, we recognise they often don't have the ability to pay online by card. Our hassle-free account means you can place an order instantly and usually receive your goods the following working day, with up to 30 days for payment to be made by BACS or cheque. Simply click on the 'Credit Accounts' advert on our website, or call us with your details and your order. We'll let you know instantly if the account has been accepted, and you can then order with no delays, fuss or lengthy form-filling! Coffee Machine Parts11 March 2010A1 Coffee stocks a wide range of specialist parts and ancillaries for coffee machines and boilers. We specialise in Bravilor, Marco and Franke products and are able to to talk through your requirements and take your order by phone. So whether you've broken the tap off your water boiler or lost the drip tray from your Franke coffee machine, come to the experts and take all the hassle out of getting the parts you need. New Products2 March 2010 We've added a number of new products this week, including Lavazza aluminium wall clocks which are perfect for adding that touch of class to your retail outlet. We've also added various filter pans for filter coffee machines as we were being asked for them regularly, and also a shatterproof filter coffee jug to go with it. We have also added new Puly Caff cleaning products, Marco push-button water boilers and much more. Visit regularly to check out our expanding range, and also keep an eye on the featured products at the bottom of our home page. Bravilor Filter Coffee Machine Packages16 February 2010 The Bravilor Novo and Mondo filter coffee brewers have been really popular over the past year, proving that a lot of people just want a no-fuss easy-to-use machine for their office, reception area, etc. From this week, we're offering even better value on these products. In addition to the lowest delivered UK prices, we're offering starter packages that include our great Planet Java filter coffee and a supply of cleaning products. Our prices for these packages leave other suppliers standing, so have a look at our Filter Coffee Machines! now and see how much you could save! Smart Cafe Hot Cafetiere Mugs2 February 2010 We have been selling this great product for some time now, and it's become hugely popular with our customers. From today, they are now delivered free anywhere in the UK! Take a look and see why it's such a big seller - suitable for virtually any situation. View Smart Cups Now! Coffee Club Europe24 January 2010 We are pleased to announce that from today, all items in our Coffee Club range include free delivery to the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greenland, Hungary, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland. This allows anyone who loves coffee to get gourmet blends and origin coffees ground to their specification and delivered to their door virtually anywhere in Europe from just £3.49! Perfect for expats or anyone who can't get hold of great coffee locally. Ghirardelli Chocolate13 January 2010 From today, we stock two fabulous new hot chocolate products from Ghirardelli. The Sweet Ground Chocolate & Cocoa Powder is gorgeous when added to hot drinks, milk or for use in baking, and comes in a large 1.36kg tin. The other is our Sweet Ground White Chocolate Powder which makes amazing white chocolate mochas, or lovely white hot chocolate. Again, this one is in a large 1.42kg tin. Go on, try something different! Take a look at our hot chocolate range today. January Sale4 January 2010 We're delighted to announce that we're extending the Christmas Lavazza promotion for the whole month of January! Take advantage of our great prices this month and remember that we're still offering some great extras such as a free Lavazza mug with boxes of filter coffee, and free Lavazza calendars with all cases of coffee. Happy New Year!31 December 2009 We would like to wish all our customers a happy and prosperous new year! We have some exciting new products coming next month to kick the year off, as well as some great improvements to our website. We look forward to your continued custom - best wishes from all at A1 Coffee! Lavazza End Of Year Promotion!21 December 2009 Until the new year, we are running a special promotion on cases of Lavazza coffee beans. We are offering special low prices, a free 150mm x 160mm Lavazza calendar (while stocks last) and free delivery. Multiple case orders will qualify for the huge 530mm x 530mm official Lavazza calendar, which is very rare and much sought after. Christmas Opening Hours.20 December 2009 The office will be open on Christmas Eve until 4pm and will reopen on Tuesday 29th at 8am. The website will be open 24x7 for you to browse our products and place orders as normal. We'd like to wish all our customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and we look forward to your continued custom in 2010. Traditional Espresso Machine Packages.10 December 2009 Here at A1 Coffee, we are proud of the wide range of machines and equipment we supply in addition to our standard coffee business. The benefit to our customers is that we can provide everything they’ll ever need under one roof, from the supply and installation of the coffee machines themselves, to regular supply of everything from coffee beans to cleaning materials. Our customers have told us that being able to come to a single supplier for everything has taken some of the stress and legwork out of running their businesses. And it’s this reason that’s prompted us to launch the final piece in the jigsaw, our Traditional Espresso Machine Packages. Until now, we’ve been supplying machines from filters to bulk brewers, but we’re now pleased to announce our two newest packages, perfect either for start-up businesses, or existing coffee retailers looking to upgrade or expand. At £2995, our ‘Milano’ Traditional Espresso System comprises a high-quality Italian made 2 group espresso machine with stunning looks and reliability, a superb Mazzer coffee grinder (the make used by Costa and Starbucks), full manufacturers warranty, delivery, installation and onsite training. It’s an unbeatable price! At £3995, our ‘Milano’ Traditional Espresso System comprises a top of the range Espresso Machine that incorporates automatic cleaning and a stylish blue display with illuminated buttons. Again, the package comes complete with a superb Mazzer coffee grinder, full manufacturers warranty, delivery, installation and onsite training. For images or to order online, take a look at the products here or call 0845 293 9356 to discuss your requirements with our friendly and helpful staff. First UK Coffee Festival Announced10 December 2009 The first Coffee Festival to take place in the UK will be held in Bath on the 15th and 16th May 2010. The event will be held outdoors and is designed to allow the UK coffee industry to showcase its products and expertise, as well as educate the general public in all aspects of coffee and coffee making. Around 100 exhibitors are expected to attend the event, providing barista demonstrations, coffee roasting classes, latte art and detailed overviews of the various coffee growing regions of the world. It is hoped the event will prove popular and become a regular annual fixture, further enhancing Bath's reputation for cafe culture. Barista Supplies9 December 2009 We have now expanded our great range of barista accessories, including a wider range of coffee machine cleaning products, brushes, timers, tampers and thermometers. Click on Sundries from the home page and take a look - you won't find this comprehensive range anywhere else! Lavazza Calendars30 November 2009 Our Lavazza promotion just gets better and better! In addition to the very popular free crockery offer (see 23 November below), we are now offering a fabulous 150mm x 160mm exclusive Lavazza calendar with these coffees. These calendars are very sought-after as there's very limited availability in the UK, so we're offering them strictly one per customer while stocks last. Don't miss out! Click here to see this great piece of artwork with photography by Miles Aldridge. Lavazza Point Of Sale Promotion23 November 2009 Our last Lavazza promotion was so popular that we've decided to replace it with a new one! From today, we are offering a genuine Lavazza branded espresso cup and saucer with every case of Lavazza beans sold, or a Lavazza mug with every case of Lavazza Gran Filtro or Qualita Rossa filter coffee. If you order sugar at the same time as your beans, we will also include a tabletop Lavazza sugar holder free of charge while stocks last. Bravilor Bulk Brewers19 November 2009 We have today introduced a new category in our website, offering a complete range of Bravilor Bulk Brew Coffee Machines. As we have recently been expanding our range of machines and equipment to keep pace with demand, it means we can now offer a complete service to commercial customers needing a high-capacity solution, including supply, delivery and installation. We continue to lead the way with the lowest possible pricing and best possible service, and have set the prices for all our commercial coffee machine at the lowest UK prices. Unlike some companies, our policy is NO HIDDEN EXTRAS - all our bulk brewers come with free delivery to England, Wales and the Scottish Lowlands, and we can ship to other UK regions and Ireland at cost. Have a look at our Bravilor Bulk Brewers store and see how much you could be saving! We are happy to discuss any specific requirements you may have, simply pick the phone up and talk to one of our friendly and helpful staff. Lavazza Promotion - Only 3 Days Left!19 November 2009 Our 30-day autumn promotion on Lavazza products expires on Sunday evening afternoon. Your last chance to get 10% off all coffees, including Qualita Rossa, Super Crema and Grand Espresso as well as Lavazza biscuits, chocolate squares and chocolate coated almonds. We'll be replacing this promotion with another outstanding offer tomorrow, so be sure to watch this space! Republic of Ireland11 November 2009 Starting tomorrow, we are open for business to customers in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. We have made extensive improvements to our website to allow our customers to select their location from a list and have the shipping prices calculated automatically. We look forward to welcoming new Irish customers to A1 Coffee in the very near future. Lavazza Point of Sale Products6 November 2009 From the end of next week, we will be able to offer our Lavazza customers a range of Lavazza point of sale products to compliment their coffee, such as branded cups and saucers, clocks, aluminium wall plaques and calendars. These will be for sale individually to our Lavazza customers, and given free with larger quantities of coffee. We will also be offering our customers free training sessions at Lavazza's West London offices, which includes demonstrations by top baristas, lunch and the opportunity to improve your coffee making skills. Keep an eye on our Lavazza section. Organic and Fairtrade Coffees2 November 2009 Today we are very pleased to launch our first Organic and Fairtrade coffees in our Planet Java range. It's been a lot of hard work to get to this point, but we're confident they'll prove to be very popular with our customers. Coffee Shops Defy Recession With Rapid Expansion30 October 2009 Some of the UK's biggest coffee shop chains and independent cafes have been defying the recession by going on a massive expansion spree according to a report in The Independant. The six big multiple chains – including Caffe Nero and Costa Coffee – increased their combined shop numbers by 47 per cent to 2,095 in the UK over the year to September 2009, said The Local Data Company, although some chains have found the going tough. Independents also increased their shop numbers by 12.5 per cent in the top 10 cities, to 2,486, and rather surprisingly actually grew their overall share of the market by 1 per cent to 70 per cent. Economists had previously expected coffee shops to suffer from consumers cutting back on everyday spend during the recession, but some such as Whitbread-owned Costa Coffee, have certainly prospered - the store that it opened in Cardiff last week took its UK total to 1,000. The chain reported an operating profit of £12.6m for the six months ending 27 August, up an astounding 72%. John Derkach, the managing director of Costa Coffee, said: "Places like Costa offer enormous value for money. For a couple of pounds you can get a decent cup of coffee and 45 minutes of peace and quiet in a nice environment." The chain, which operates in 23 countries, said the average transaction in its shops was £3.70. Two other drivers of the growth in coffee shops are that they have become a more pleasant environment than in years gone by, offering extras such as Wi-Fi for business meetings, and operators have been able to arrange cheaper property deals given the glut of empty shops on the high street. Jeffrey Young, the managing director of Allegra, said: "Café culture itself is enormously powerful, and it is the modern form of the pub for many consumers." Winter Is Coming!21 October 2009 We were only talking in the office last week that winter's not far away and seasonal products will soon start selling quickly. Since then, sales of hot chocolate have gone crazy! Today is a beautiful autumn day here, and yet hot chocolate and Christmas coffee is leaving our warehouse like it's going out of fashion. I don't remember it being sold in such large quantities before - maybe it's a sign that people are expecting it to be a bad winter? Or maybe people just like chocolate more than ever before? Now I come to think of it, I might even put the kettle on so we can all have one...... Christmas Coffee Now On Sale14 October 2009 We are very proud to announce that from today, the long-awaited Planet Java 2009 Christmas coffee is now on sale. It's a rich Colombian blend coffee with a full body and a superb sweet aroma that is perfect after a Christmas dinner! The price of £5.99 for 300g includes grinding to your requirements and delivery to your door. Hurry though, when it's gone, it's gone! We have also now put in stock the first of our coffee lovers gift baskets which are great value and come with FREE DELIVERY!! Managers Special Cafetiere Coffee12 October 2009 This week's amazing Managers Special is on Colombian cafetiere coffee. The deal is for 8 x 400g resealable foil packs of coffee, so a total of 3.2kgs - this is perfect for pubs, restaurants, hotels or offices looking to save money right now. We're even throwing in free delivery by courier in the price of £24.50. Bonkers cheap, but very limited stock on this one - if you want to buy, either go to the product page or call us on 0845 293 9356 to buy over the phone. Limited stock, so hurry! Tailor-Made Coffee Gifts7 October 2009 With Christmas approaching fast, we've been hard at work in the warehouse putting the finishing touches to our range of coffee baskets and hampers. Until they're completed and added to the website (and afterwards of course), we're more than happy to discuss anything you may want made to order. We're happy to combine any items we stock into a gift set, so call us on 0845 293 9356 to discuss your requirements. Winter Olympics 'Official Coffee' Shock!5 October 2009 Anyone who has visited Canada will probably be aware that Vancouver has established itself as North America's 'coffee capital', boasting more coffee shops per capita than most major international cities, with Canada’s Tim Hortons coffee being considered the unofficial national drink. The 2010 winter Olympic Games are being held in the city, allowing it to show off its culture and famously high quality of living on the world stage. However, Vancouver media have been horrified to find that the ‘official games coffee’ will be provided by, of all people, Coca Cola! Expect some disgruntled coffee connoisseurs then....... . Lavazza Coffee Comes To A1!28 September 2009 We're pleased to announce that from the end of this week, we'll stock a full range of Lavazza coffee beans and filter coffee together with disposable Lavazza-branded cups, sugar, chocolate and biscuits. We feel the Lavazza brand fits perfectly with what we're doing at A1, and is the perfect addition to our product range. As usual, service and price are important to all our customers, so if you're already using Lavazza or are thinking of using it in the future, have a look at our Lavazza range or phone us to discuss your requirements. Starbucks Set To Revamp UK Outlets21 September 2009 Business analysts reported last week that Starbucks have fared the worst of all the major UK coffee chains in the recent financial downturn with sales down by up to 7%. It is rumoured to be planning a return to its 'grungy and individual' roots by allowing each outlet to apply some individuality, even using secondhand furniture and displaying works by local artists. Laura Chesters, the news editor of Property Week, reported that the success of the company was also partly responsible for its recent troubles. 'It is suffering a backlash like the Tesco backlash' she said, and added that the brand had started to lose its appeal among consumers. Four non-branded Starbucks outlets are being tested in Seattle, with the first being called '15th Avenue Coffee & Tea'. Watch this space! Starbucks Announces Fairtrade Deal.16 September 2009 Starbucks has announced at the beginning of this month that all of its espresso sales in the UK and Ireland will be Fairtrade certified, signalling a major shift in strategy. Last year, Starbucks bought around 9,000 tons of Fairtrade coffee, equating to around 10 percent of all worldwide sales. This year, that figure is expected to more than double to 19,000 tons, establishing itself as the world's leading buyer of Fairtrade coffee. This change is in reaction to consumer demand here in the UK, which has undergone a dramatic shift in the last few years. Other retailers are expected to be watching closely! Smart Cafe Product Range14 September 2009 From early next week, we will be stocking a great range of products from Smart Cafe, including hot mugs and travel cafetieres. The 'Hot Mugs' are designed by Sebastian Conran and feature a unique double-walled design to keep coffee and tea hot for longer. These are becoming very popular in offices where plastic cups look unsightly, present a health and safety risk, and are expensive to buy and dispose of. They make a great addition to any office, or an excellent gift for all coffee lovers! Bravilor Filter Machines, Marco Boilers and More.7 September 2009 From today, we stock a wide range of these machines at the lowest prices in the UK! Perfect for use in commercial applications, we have used our years of industry experience to select a range that is reliable and represents exceptional value for money. Click on the 'Equipment & Sundries' section at the top-left of the website to view the full range. Waitrose Report Increased Coffee Sales1 September 2009 Waitrose claims to have noticed a distinct trend towards better coffee and tea in the home – sales of beans are up 34 per cent, and ‘fresh espresso’ (probably roast-and-ground) is up 26 per cent. Sales of what the chain describes as ‘posh teas’, an undetailed description, are up 48 per cent. At the same time, sales of teapots and cafetieres are up 56 per cent. Stash Teas, Filter Machines and More!25 August 2009 A1 will be stocking a full range of Stash premium flavoured teas from next week! We really do listen to what our customers are looking for, and we have recently had requests to stock this excellent product range. We will offer the full range of 15 flavours, all at our usual low prices. We are also taking delivery of a range of Bravilor filter and jug machines, airpots and ancillary equipment, plus Marco water boilers which will appear in the A1 store in the next few weeks. Even more reason to use A1 Coffee for all your catering needs. Coffee May Help Treat Alzheimer's18 August 2009 A few cups of coffee a day may stave off Alzheimer's disease and could even help to treat the condition, according to new research reported by Sky News. Mice who were fed coffee showed big signs of mental improvement Scientists in Florida uncovered the evidence during tests on animals, and now hope to follow up their findings with trials on humans. US neuroscientist Dr Gary Arendash, who led the research, said: "The new findings provide evidence that caffeine could be a viable 'treatment' for established Alzheimer's disease, and not simply a protective strategy. "That's important because caffeine is a safe drug for most people. It easily enters the brain, and it appears to directly affect the disease process." Patients with Alzheimer's disease have sticky clumps of abnormal protein in the brain called beta amyloid plaques. Caffeine was given to mice which had been genetically engineered to develop dementia symptoms and researchers recorded a 50% reduction in levels of beta amyloid protein in their brains. The creatures also developed better memories and quicker thinking. The equivalent dose in humans would be 500 milligrams of caffeine a day, or just 5 cups or ordinary coffee or 14 cups of tea. But people with high blood pressure or women who are pregnant should avoid too much caffeine. Dr Huntington Potter, director of the Florida Alzheimer's Disease Research Centre (ADRC) in Tampa, where the studies were conducted, said: "Our goal is to obtain the funding needed to translate the therapeutic discoveries in mice into well-designed clinical trials." The new research was reported in two studies published online in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease. Neil Hunt, chief executive of the Alzheimer's Society, said: "This research in mice suggests that coffee may actually reverse some element of memory impairment." |
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