I, like many others, drink coffee every day, and I want to share with you some of my favourite places to grab a cup in my city. If you live in Hamilton, or are visiting, be sure to check out some of these spots!

THE 8 BEST COFFEE SPOTS IN HAMILTON, ONTARIO (2022)

8. ST. JAMES ESPRESSO BAR AND EATERY

Address: 170 James St. N

Website: St. James

In the heart of Hamilton, right on James North, this tiny little space is the perfect stop on your way to run errands through the city. Grab a cup of coffee, or even better, sit down for one of their delicious breakfast options. Their avocado toast is the best in the city!

7. MULBERRY COFFEEHOUSE

Address: 193 James St. N

Website: Mulberry

Just across the street from St. James is this adorable little coffeehouse. Go in the summer to enjoy their cozy patio (that’s strung with Edison lights!), or head inside to meet with friends and sit amongst the art-filled exposed brick walls. Their coffee is good, but their snacks are even better. The “Hello Sailor” bar is to-die-for. They also have cookies, cupcakes, muffins, loaves… even adult beverages!

6. TRUESHOT COFFEE

Address: 158 James St. S

Website: Trueshot

If you are heading to the James South area, check out Trueshot Coffee. A new-ish coffeehouse in Hamilton that boasts great, friendly service and a really clean, trendy space. If you are looking for a less-busy vibe, I highly recommend this place.

5. STEELTOWN GARAGE CO.

Address: 8 Barton St. E

Website: Steeltown

I’m definitely not cool enough for this place. It is a whole vibe. They aren’t just a coffee shop, but also a merchandise store that sells apparel, sweet coffee paraphernalia and biking accessories. The service is great and it’s really fun to shop around while your coffee is being made. Check them out!

4. THE CANNON

Address: 180 Ottawa St. N

Website: Cannon

If you’re looking to stay out of the downtown core, but still want good coffee, check out The Cannon. Located in the middle of the up-and-coming Ottawa St., The Cannon is the best coffee outside of the inner-city. They also serve the absolute tastiest savoury and sweet waffle breakfasts. You can stop in for a bite and then explore the many different antique shops on Ottawa Street!

3. SYNONYM SHOP

Address: 328 James St. N

Website: Synonym

Another James North MUST. I absolutely love this place – their coffee is SO good. They also have a full-day menu with everything from scrambled eggs to charcuterie to ceviche. This is a great spot for catching up with friends or bringing your laptop to get some work done while you work your way through their menu.

2. DURAND COFFEE

Address: 142 Charlton Ave. W

Website: Durand

This neighbourhood cafe almost took the top spot on my list simply due to the fact that their coffee is the focus, and it shows. They are consistent – nailing my standard order every time (flat white with oat milk). The Durand neighbourhood is a really quaint place, and is conveniently close to the popular Locke St. and Hess Village. It’s a great place to get some work done, or grab a to-go order and walk around the area. They also recently opened a bottle shop with a selection of unique wines to choose from!

1. RED CHURCH CAFE + GALLERY

Address: 68 King St. E

Website: Red Church

I’m OBSESSED. This place is everything I love in life – coffee, art, sourdough, prosecco. Right next to the iconic Gore Park in Hamilton, Red Church is just a stunning space. Walk inside to grab some of the city’s best coffee, to shop for some specialty grocery items, to grab a freshly prepared meal, or to check out some really neat art. It’s a no-brainer why this cafe is #1 on my list!

Drop a comment below with your favourite of these 8 best coffee spots in Hamilton!

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So, why would anyone pay $6.00 for a beverage from Starbucks when you can make it for way cheaper at home? You also know everything going into it when you make it yourself, and I’ll tell you what isn’t going into it – four pumps of pure sugar.

Here is what you will need to make this bevvy yourself:

• Espresso or strong coffee
• Plant-based milk (I love cashew milk)
• Pure pumpkin puree (homemade or canned)
• Maple syrup (optional)
• Pure vanilla extract
• Pumpkin pie spice (homemade or store-bought)

To make your drink more latte-ish, frothing the milk is essential. One of my favourite kitchen tools is this handheld milk frother that I purchased from amazon. It is super cheap and works so, so well. I use it every day. I highly recommend investing in a frother if you are looking to save money by creating your own coffee-based beverages.

Pumpkin pie spice can be found for purchase at most grocery stores, or online here. You can also make it yourself by combining cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg and some cardamom. If you don’t often use many of these spices, I would recommend just buying it as you will have an abundance of leftovers that will just be taking up room in your pantry.

To put this yummy drink together, you first want to get your coffee ready. Brew 1-2 shots of espresso, depending on preference, in your espresso maker. Alternatively, you can use regular coffee instead. Next, combine your milk with all of the other ingredients, steam and then froth it up. Pour over espresso and top with an extra sprinkling of pumpkin pie spice and you got yourself a PSL.

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

Servings: 1

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plant-based milk (I use cashew milk)
• 1 tbsp pumpkin puree
• 1/2 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
• 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1-2 shots of espresso (or 1/3 cup strong coffee)

Instructions:

1. Add the milk, pumpkin, maple syrup, vanilla and spice to a small pot over medium heat and whisk. When the milk begins to steam, use a milk frother for 20 seconds or until foamy.
2. While the milk is steaming, brew the espresso or coffee.
3. Pour the espresso into a tall mug and top with the frothed milk. Add a sprinkling of pumpkin pie spice on top, if that’s your jam.

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