Getting through a workday in Central without a decent caffeine hit is a challenge few care to face – so it’s a good thing that Urban Coffee Roaster has opened a new takeaway concept store at ifc mall, marking the brand’s sixth location in Hong Kong. Aside from the usual brews, this new grab-and-go spot brings four exclusive espresso beans, Hong Kong’s first-ever Geisha gelato, and a lineup of boozy coffee cocktails to fuel your commute home.
Unique espresso selections for every palate
Urban Coffee Roaster ifc caters to varying daily caffeine needs with four distinct house-roasted espresso options. Rather than offering a standard single house blend, the menu lets commuters select a bean profile tailored to their taste preferences:
- Geisha (from HK$46): The flagship luxury option, offering floral notes, citrus acidity, and an Earl Grey sweetness.
- Jumbo Jet (from HK$30): A classic, bold option featuring roasted nuts, caramel, and hazelnut chocolate notes.
- Ethiopia Single Origin (from HK$36): A fruity blend with bright notes of passion fruit, blood orange, and red grape.
- Decaf Colombia (from HK$36): A full-bodied specialty decaf showcasing apple acidity, brown sugar, and molasses.
Exclusive Geisha gelato debuts in Central
Urban Coffee Roaster has launched Hong Kong’s very first Geisha Gelato (HK$58) exclusively at its ifc branch. Developed by the brand’s in-house R&D team using washed Geisha beans sourced from Ethiopia and Colombia, the dessert balances sweet honey notes, light floral accents, and an Earl Grey finish. It provides a cool, sophisticated mid-afternoon pick-me-up for desk-bound professionals looking for something beyond a standard cold brew.
Takeaway coffee cocktails crafted by a world-class mixologist
The ifc menu features five distinct takeaway coffee cocktails created by UCR co-founder Gary Au, who placed sixth globally at the 2025 World Coffee in Good Spirits Championship. Designed for an instant post-work unwind, the drink lineup includes options like Coffee Eggnog, Coffee Colada, and a specialized Irish Coffee series featuring Black Forest, Decaf, and Red Velvet variations.
Urban Coffee Roaster – ifc mall
- Address: Shop 1032, 1/F, ifc mall, 8 Finance Street, Central
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm; Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays from 9am to 6pm
- Phone: 2430 2039
- Website: https://ucr.hk/