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The ultimate experience From tea to coffee, syrups, training and so much more, Farrer’s still have the magic touch. A TOUCH OF SPICE Farrer’s tea and coffee merchants have generations of buying, roasting and blending expertise. Remarkably dating back to 1819, the modern iteration of the business is branded as a marque of tradition and excellence. Based in the Lake District, whether you prefer whole beans or freshly ground coffee, loose leaf tea or bags, or even hot chocolates and 1883 syrups, Farrer’s is an institution. But there’s no resting on laurels. “Trends which continue to emerge are more iced drink options, even throughout winter,” said Brian Williams, sales manager at John Farrer & Co. “The addition of aromatic spice flavours via barista syrups is also prevalent.” Figures from Allied Market Research, reveal that the UK and Ireland
flavoured syrup sector was valued at £217.5m in 2022, and is anticipated to gain £318.4m by 2032. SAFE HANDS Farrer’s prides itself on the selection of raw beans it purchases. Experienced roasting techniques guarantee the best flavour profiles. “Our home items such as coffee beans and tea leaves still seem to be our main products for cafés and coffee houses. The home market is a little more focused on items such as our aluminium coffee pods and compostable coffee bags. “Sustainability is another priority. We benefit from the wonderful natural products of tea and coffee, and in order to get the best out of them, we try and use biodegradable, compostable and recyclable packaging.”
LEARNING SKILLS The battle for trade between highstreet brands and independents is more acute than ever, but Farrer’s can help the smaller operators. “Independents are challenged in pricing but also on speed of service. However, our training – and the ease of adapting different drinks and menu changes – are elements in which they have the upper hand. “We have numerous barista courses and plan to hold a Barista Championship Event at our training facility, which is one of the only centres in the North West. We are constantly working on exciting coffees from our specialty bean brokers and looking forward to creating custom blends and single origin offerings for the home and café sectors,” concluded Williams.
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