The Buttered Cat

Speciality Coffee

Bruce & Luke's single-origin beans, prepared by trained baristas — every cup made with care.

We use Bruce & Luke's speciality coffee, a specialty roaster who sources single-origin beans from sustainable farms. Espresso, flat white, latte, cortado, cappuccino — plus matcha lattes, chai, and proper hot chocolate made with Castle Chocolates. All drinks can be made iced, with milk alternatives and syrups available.

Why choose us

  • Bruce & Luke's speciality single-origin coffee
  • Prepared by trained baristas, SCA standards
  • Matcha lattes, chai, and Castle Chocolates hot chocolate
  • Every drink available iced · dairy alternatives available

Made properly

We steam for microfoam and pull every shot with care — a flat white worth travelling for.

More than coffee

Ceremonial-grade matcha, speciality teas, smoothies, and Lakes Luxury milkshakes too.

Common questions

Do you have dairy alternatives?

Yes — oat and other milk alternatives are available, plus syrups, for 50p. Just ask your barista.

Can I get my drink iced?

Almost everything on the drinks menu can be made iced. Reg / Lrg sizing is available on most drinks.

Come and say hello

In Kinmont Arcade, part of the historic Treasury Court in Carlisle city centre. Pop in for a coffee — we're open seven days a week.