Building Coffee Communities: Andrew Whitworth-Smith on Cuppings, Curiosity & the Future of Specialty Coffee

In this episode of the London Coffee Podcast, we sit down with Andrew Whitworth-Smith, founder of The Cupping Directives and Waypoint. Andrew shares his journey from barista to coffee community builder, the story behind creating a central hub for coffee events, and his mission to make coffee education more accessible. We explore sensory experiences, co-fermentation, sustainability, and the future of specialty coffee.   Credits music: Small Talk by London artist Hope Winter in association with The Coffee Music Project Create a free profile on The London Coffee Guide website, subscribe to @thelondoncoffeeguide on Instagram and follow the latest coffee news, openings, and stories from London’s specialty scene.