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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhy Hotels Failed at Coffee (And We Do It Differently)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Let's be honest: hotels make terrible coffee. And that's no coincidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hotels think in terms of scale. They have 100, 200, sometimes 500 rooms. Every room needs to have a coffee station. The simplest solution? Pre-ground coffee in cups or pods. A single central supplier, mass production\u2014simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The result? Mediocre coffee. Or as one customer once put it: \"Brown water with a hint of disappointment.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Problem with Pre-Ground Coffee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Here's where those hotel cups go wrong:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Freshness:<\/strong> That coffee is often months old. The moment coffee is ground, the clock starts ticking. Within 15 minutes, 60% of the aromas have already evaporated. In a sealed cup? It stays fresh a little longer, but it will never be what it once was.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Quality:<\/strong> To keep costs down, inexpensive blends are usually used. Robusta beans (bitter, less aromatic) instead of Arabica (milder, more complex).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Uniformity:<\/strong> Every cup tastes the same. No variety, no character, no story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And yet we accept it. Because we expect nothing better from hotels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When I launched Logies op Dreef in 2016, the choice of coffee wasn\u2019t something I just threw together at the last minute. It was a deliberate decision. I wanted guests to wake up in the morning and think: \"Oh yeah, the coffee here was really good.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n So I invested in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Is it more expensive than hotel cups? Yes. Does it require more maintenance? Absolutely. Is it worth it? Whenever a guest says the coffee was the highlight: yes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There's something magical about the smell of freshly ground coffee<\/strong>. It's not just a smell\u2014it triggers something in your brain. It says, "The day is starting. And it's going to be a good day."\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n Out research by the Specialty Coffee Association<\/a> It shows how coffee can be judged. It's very informative to read this. Coffee influences your entire experience of a place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Imagine getting out of bed in the morning, pulling back the curtains, looking out over the green gardens of Driebergen and the forests of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug... and then catching that scent of freshly ground Arabica filling your studio?<\/p>\n\n\n\n That\u2019s not a hotel. It\u2019s coming home to a place that serves better coffee than you do at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At <\/strong>our spacious studio with kitchen<\/a>:<\/strong> A Melitta Purista fully automatic coffee machine sits in the kitchen, just a few steps from the large dining table. This is the favorite spot for many freelancers and consultants: laptop open, fresh coffee at hand, and getting work done while enjoying the view of the Dennenburg Estate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At <\/strong>studio downstairs with terrace<\/a>:<\/strong> The same machine is located near the kitchenette. You make your cup of coffee, then walk straight to your terrace<\/strong> up and listen to the birds in De Groene Long before the hustle and bustle of the day begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Both machines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n I could go on and on about the more than 150 chemical processes that take place during roasting, or about sweet spots and extraction times. But really, it\u2019s quite simple:<\/p>\n\n\n\n As soon as you grind a coffee bean, the clock starts ticking.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Within fifteen minutes of grinding, nearly 60% of the aromas have evaporated. Why? Because the surface area of the coffee increases more than 10,000-fold during grinding. Oxidation begins immediately. CO\u2082 (which protects the coffee) escapes. The most delicate aroma compounds are the first to disappear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most hotels opt for ease<\/strong> (pre-ground coffee pods). We prioritize flavor. The beans in your machine are whole and are only ground the moment you press the button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You don't just taste the difference \u2013 you smell it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Guests often say to me: \"This doesn't feel like a B&B, but like my own favorite coffee shop.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Or as Mark, an IT consultant who stays here regularly, put it: \""I booked this for the location near the A12, but I'll be back for the coffee. Finally, a place where I can really get started in the morning behind my laptop."'<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Authenticity is in the chain. We don't source our beans from wholesalers or Makro. We collaborate with Keen Coffee<\/a>, a passionate local coffee roastery in Utrecht.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Freshness:<\/strong> They roast small batches weekly. When I receive beans from them, they are often less than a week old. That is optimal freshness<\/strong> \u2013 fresh enough that they are still full of aroma, old enough that they have been \"degassed\" (the CO\u2082 process after roasting).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Quality:<\/strong> They select their beans based on fair trade and taste profile<\/strong>. No bulk buying, but conscious choices. They know the farmers they buy from. They can tell you about the specific region, the altitude, and the processing method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Story:<\/strong> Every month they choose a "Coffee of the Month" \u2013 a special origin or blend. Sometimes it's an Ethiopian Yirgacheffe with floral notes. Other times, a Brazilian blend with nutty flavors. It keeps things interesting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And for those who want to know more? I'm happy to share the story behind the beans. Where they come from. How they're roasted. What the flavor notes are. Coffee is more than a drink \u2013 it's a story.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Our studios are furnished with this coffee moment<\/strong> in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In Studio Above:<\/strong> The machine is in the kitchen, but the large dining table<\/strong> (120x80cm) is located nearby. Many business travelers<\/a> have a ritual:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The view of the Dennenburg estate<\/strong> helps. You're not locked in a hotel room overlooking a parking lot. You're looking at green, trees, nature<\/strong>. That gives peace. And in that peace, it's easier to find focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A consultant who stayed here for three weeks for a project: \""This was my best work period in years. The coffee, the view, the silence \u2013 it just works."\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n In Studio Downstairs:<\/strong> The vibe is different here. More compact, but with direct access to the outside<\/strong>. Many guests make their coffee and immediately head out onto the terrace. Especially in summer, when the birds are waking up and the temperature is still pleasant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It's a moment of calmness<\/strong> Before the day begins. No social media, no news, just coffee and nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Around 3:00-4:00 PM I often hear guests making a second cup. Not out of necessity, but out of ritual<\/strong>. A break from work. Away from the screen. Coffee as an excuse to reset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And you know what the best part is?<\/strong> You don't have to leave the house. No need to search for a coffee shop. No need to pay \u20ac4.50 for a latte. Just your own machine, your own beans, your own studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It's a small detail that makes a big difference.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Here's where it gets interesting. If you have a sweet tooth<\/strong> If you are, try your espresso with a spoon of our raw honey<\/a> instead of sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We are beekeepers. We have four bee colonies<\/strong> on the grounds. The bees fly to the blossoms of the historic linden trees and the wild flora of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug. That honey has floral notes\u2014not the taste of supermarket honey, but something more subtle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And here\u2019s the magic: those floral notes pair perfectly with the earthy flavors of coffee. It\u2019s not a sweet mask that overpowers the coffee. It complements it. It adds an extra layer of complexity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Try it. A small spoonful of honey in your espresso. Stir it in. Taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Guests are often surprised: \"I normally never put anything in my coffee, but this really works.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n It's also a story you can tell. The beans come from a local roastery. The honey comes from our own bees. You literally drink the taste of this place<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n My passion for coffee sometimes goes a bit too far (just ask my neighbors who used to hear me grinding beans at 6am before we implemented noise regulations).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do you like not being alone? drinks<\/strong>, but also to to learn<\/strong> How to make the perfect espresso or cappuccino? I regularly give a barista workshop<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At 2 hours<\/strong> we walk through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n It's a nice break from your stay, especially if you're here for work<\/strong> and want to do something completely different to clear your head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A guest who attended the workshop: \""I thought it would be technical, but it was just fun. And now I make better coffee at home than in most cafes."\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The workshop is exclusively for guests<\/strong> From Logies op Dreef. It keeps things intimate (max 2-4 people) and ensures it doesn't become too commercial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \"The coffee alone is a reason to come back. No joke. I've stayed in a lot of hotels, but this was the first time I thought: wow, this is really good coffee.\"<\/em> \""As an IT consultant, I often work remotely. That first coffee in the morning determines my productivity. At Logies op Dreef, that coffee was so good that I <\/em>n<\/em>a<\/em> <\/em>t<\/em>w<\/em>e<\/em>e<\/em> <\/em>k<\/em>o<\/em>p<\/em>j<\/em>e<\/em>s<\/em> <\/em>g<\/em>e<\/em>n<\/em>o<\/em>e<\/em>g<\/em> <\/em>h<\/em>a<\/em>d<\/em> <\/em>v<\/em>o<\/em>o<\/em>r<\/em> <\/em>d<\/em>e<\/em>l<\/em>e<\/em> <\/em>d<\/em>a<\/em>g<\/em>.<\/em>\"<\/em> \""I'm a coffee snob. I admit it. But what Michiel does here is spot on. Fresh beans, a good machine, and that honey combination? Chef's kiss."\"<\/em> Read more guest experiences<\/a> about their stay (and yes, coffee is mentioned often).<\/p>\n\n\n\n No, absolutely not.<\/strong> The coffee (and tea) in your studio is included<\/strong> Included in the price. We want you to feel at home, and at home, you don't have to put a coin in the machine either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Drink as much as you like. Make an espresso at 6:00, a lungo at 10:00, another espresso at 3:00, and a decaf at 8:00. It's yours.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I make sure that it bean container always filled<\/strong> is before arrival. The machine has a capacity of 30-40 cups before you need to refill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are a heavy user (I'm not judging) and you're nearing the bottom: send me a message<\/strong> Or just knock on the door, and I'll refill it right away with fresh beans. No problem, no extra costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We have various flavors of tea<\/strong> ready for you. Black, green, herbal, fruit tea. In the summer months you can even picking fresh mint<\/strong> from our own garden for a fresh mint tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At Studio Upstairs<\/a> do you have a own refrigerator<\/strong> to chill milk (or oat milk, almond milk, whatever you prefer). The Albert Heijn<\/strong> It's just 200 meters away, so you can easily get your own favorite milk. My advice is to buy the long-life whole milk from Albert Heijn; it froths really well and you can buy small cartons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There's a small refrigerator in the downstairs studio. Enough for a carton of milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You could say: \""It's just coffee, Michiel. Chill."\"<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n And yes, technically speaking, it\u2019s just coffee. But to me, it symbolizes something greater: attention to detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If I\u2019m willing to invest in good coffee\u2014something that\u2019s a bit more expensive, requires more upkeep, and demands more attention\u2014then that says something about how I view hospitality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It's not about perfection. It's about intention<\/strong>. The intention to make every day a little better. The intention not to settle for "good enough" when "really good" is possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And apparently, it works. Because many of our guests rate the coffee service as \"very good.\" And I regularly get questions like: \""What kind of beans do you use? I want them at home too."\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n That is <\/strong>e<\/strong>e<\/strong>n<\/strong> <\/strong>l<\/strong>e<\/strong>u<\/strong>k<\/strong> <\/strong>compliment.<\/strong> Not that the coffee was good. But that you'd want it at home too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you come for a business stay<\/a>, An romantic getaway<\/a>, or just because you want to get away for a while \u2013 that first cup of coffee in the morning sets the tone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check availability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Questions about the coffee (or anything else)?<\/strong> See you soon, PS If you want to do the workshop: <\/em>b<\/em>i<\/em>j<\/em> <\/em>j<\/em>e<\/em> <\/em>r<\/em>e<\/em>s<\/em>e<\/em>r<\/em>v<\/em>e<\/em>r<\/em>i<\/em>n<\/em>g<\/em> <\/em>k<\/em>u<\/em>n<\/em> <\/em>j<\/em>e<\/em> <\/em>d<\/em>e<\/em> <\/em>w<\/em>o<\/em>r<\/em>k<\/em>s<\/em>h<\/em>o<\/em>p<\/em> <\/em>e<\/em>r<\/em>Our Decision<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe Smell of a Good Start<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What You'll Find in Our Studios<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Why Freshly Ground Is Really Better<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nLocal Beans from Keen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why Local?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nA Moment for Yourself (Or for Your Work)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Morning Setup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The Afternoon Pick-Me-Up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe Combination with Our Honey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Want to Learn It Yourself?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What You Learn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat Guests Say<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\u2014 Linda, Rotterdam<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n\n
\u2014 Mark, Amsterdam<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n\n
\u2014 James, UK<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nThe Details That Make the Difference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Cost<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
When the Beans Are Gone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tea Also<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Milk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhy This Is Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ready for Really Good Coffee?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
WhatsApp: +31 6 51842242
E-mail: info@logiesopdreef.nl<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Michiel<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n