Chocolate
Box Hill is a smooth, chocolatey espresso blend with a classic Italian edge, made to drink well black or with milk. Chris and Monika roast it in small batches in the Surrey Hills, and the result is a well-rounded cup that slots comfortably into the daily routine - no fuss, no drama, just good coffee.
Rich, chocolate-smooth Italian espresso character
Box Hill is Surrey Hills Coffee's medium-strength espresso blend, built around a classic Italian sensibility - smooth, chocolatey, and easy to enjoy however you take it. A touch of robusta adds a little extra body and that familiar, rounded bitterness you'd expect from a traditional espresso, keeping things balanced rather than heavy. With milk it softens into something comforting and cocoa-rich; pulled as a straight shot it holds its own with quiet confidence.
Chris and Monika roast it on their 10-kilo drum in Abinger Hammer, keeping the process hands-on and the results consistent. It works well across espresso machines, bean-to-cup machines, moka pots and the Aeropress - so whatever your setup, Box Hill should settle in without fuss.
If you're after something dependable that sits firmly in the classic espresso tradition, this is a well-considered blend that earns its place in the morning routine.
About the Roaster
Founded in 2014 by Chris and Monika, Surrey Hills Coffee has been quietly doing things their own way - hand roasting specialty-grade coffee in the village of Abinger Hammer, deep in the Surrey Hills. They're not chasing trends; they're building a range that gives you something to come back to, whatever your taste or mood.
