Looking for a truly local souvenir from Beijing? Forget the tourist trinkets — take home something you can actually savor: freshly roasted coffee beans. Beijing’s specialty coffee scene has exploded in recent years, with hidden roasters, boutique labs, and creative cafés offering beans from across the globe (and even Yunnan!).
Here’s Our Beijing’s guide on where to buy coffee beans in Beijing — perfect for travelers who want to bring home a taste of the city’s culture and creativity. And if you’d like to experience Beijing’s café culture first-hand, check out our Hutong Hidden Gems Experience or Foodie Adventures where coffee is often part of the story.
A paradise for pour-over lovers, Dark Hill is a specialty shop offering up to 24 different beans daily. Guests can order tasting sizes — 1/4, 1/2, or a full cup — with prices from ¥20–180+. This makes it a dream stop for anyone wanting to sample multiple beans without breaking the bank.
Highlight: Their Yunnan jasmine-washed beans surprised us with a natural floral aroma — no flavoring, just the terroir shining through.
⚠️ Note: No seating and no dine-in cups, but they use sustainable sugarcane cups. If you’re exploring nearby 隆福寺 (Lung Fu Temple), this is the perfect place to start.
👉 Sister stores: 静水咖啡 near Nanluoguxiang (a hutong courtyard hand-brew shop) and Siphon House in 隆福寺 (focused on siphon brews and tea).
This lab-style shop showcases nearly 30 beans on display, making it easy to see, smell, and choose. Prices are traveler-friendly (¥25–50), and staff are eager to explain processing methods. If you’re new to Beijing’s coffee scene, this is a welcoming entry point with a geeky twist.
Located near Fahai Temple, Mowang is known for self-roasted beans and a menu of creative signature drinks (including decaf options). Getting there is half the fun — you’ll walk along the restored Camel Bell Ancient Road. This makes Mowang a great stop for both cultural explorers and coffee lovers.
Situated near the Panama Embassy, CHAMO is popular with expats and locals alike. Their menu covers milk coffees, signature blends, and hand brews. Many visitors taste in-store first, then buy beans to take home.
💡 Recommended: Geisha T2722, plus gift sets or drip-bags — perfect as souvenirs or for travel.
This one is for serious coffee enthusiasts. June Flower offers competition-level beans like BOP (Best of Panama) auction lots, priced anywhere from ¥55–999 per cup. They also host cupping events, making it a unique educational stop if you want to dive deep into Beijing’s high-end coffee culture.
Styled as a “coffee museum,” Wolfing takes you through the journey from green beans to roasting machines. You can smell beans from Panama, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Jamaica, and more. Exhibits explain processing methods like washed, natural, honey, and anaerobic. For those who love stories behind the cup, this is an unmissable spot.
Q: Can I bring coffee beans through customs when flying out of Beijing?
A: Yes, roasted beans are fine to take abroad. Just avoid bringing large amounts of unroasted green beans.
Q: What’s the price range for coffee beans in Beijing?
A: Expect to pay ¥80–200 for 200g of specialty beans. Rare competition beans can cost much more.
Q: Do Beijing coffee shops offer local beans?
A: Absolutely! Yunnan beans are increasingly popular, and many roasters — like Dark Hill — experiment with unique Yunnan processing styles.
Whether you’re a coffee geek or just looking for a meaningful Beijing souvenir, these shops let you bring home a taste of the city.
☕ Want to explore Beijing’s café culture beyond just buying beans? Join Our Beijing’s Hutong Hidden Gems Experience or Foodie Adventure — the perfect way to sip, shop, and see the city through local eyes.