Alternative Brewing Reviews 340

Got myself the Normcore Spring Loaded V5 tamper and I must say, it does not disappoint. Solid construction, quality product. Definitely recommend for those who want to level up their home barista game. Service from Alternative Brewing is great, as well as their quick delivery. Looking forward to my next purchase from them soon.

Have now purchased a few times from alternative brewing and have always found the service, website, and packaging/delivery to be excellent.
I once did have an issue with an item and they support system was quick and easy to get a problem sorted!

Don't buy from Alternative Brewing. After spending almost 3k their customer service is appalling. Buy elsewhere. They only give a 12 months warranty despite other stores giving 2 years and then they tell you it is not a fault of the product. They are only in business for the money, not to provide good customer service. I will be spending my money at other stores from now on.

Always a pleasure!
They never disappoint - shipping always super fast and great customer service

FAST DELIVERY !!!
Product is fantastic

Excellent shop experience, great quality products that can be hard to find. All in all will buy from again for sure.

I've purchased several times from Alternative Brewing and they have been excellent with communication, advice and their gear is the very best.
I've even purchased a tamper that wasn't suitable for my setup and they were so helpful they swapped out the item with one of their display tampers. Legends!

TylerC.

AB were super efficient to purchase from, everything was delivered promptly and really well packaged. These Kruve mugs are so pretty and very nice hand-feel. Perfect for a warming cappuccino

Normcore handgrinder
works as it describes and im loving it
Order #634169 Under Brian Le

Service was fast, great selection and cheaper than competitors. Also had stock of items which were out of stock elsewhere
Order #639190

I read a lot of reviews on this kettle before purchasing. Some reviews said it was just a good size for two people but it’s definitely big enough for 4-6 cups. It’s so easy to use and no writing on the base that can wear off like my last kettle. Easy to keep clean and super quiet. It might take a little longer to boil but it’s not an issue for us. I’ve also noticed hardly any steam comes out and I think that’s because there’s a little steam hole in the lid so it’s very gradual as opposed to heaps of steam right at the end. I wish the cord wasn’t so long as I try to hide it behind the kettle but that’s my only small issue if I had to be picky. I would highly recommend this kettle. We are using it for coffee/tea and when I need boiled water for cooking etc.
Varia Aura Electric Spouted Kettle
Order Number: #635854

Purchased the normcore palm tamper and pure over dripper set on the 2025 EOFY sale. Super reliable coffee accessory seller, especially for those available in Australia. I had express shipping and the item came within 2 days so i was super happy.

The items themselves were fantastic and the pricing was super agreeable on the EOFY Sale.

I also really like that Alternative Brewing has a YouTube channel so I can get their reviews on certain products too.

Overall I think they are a super reliable and trustworthy site for Australian’s and I look forward to buying more from them in the future.

Love my Loveramics Bean Dosing Tray. Quick delivery to NZ.

Amazing customer service. Eureka mignon specialita grinder was a fantastic purchase. Soft and fluffy grinds with limitless grind size variations. Brilliant company to deal with.

Perfect looks great just what I was after to keep beans fresh.

Portable espresso at its finest. It demands real pressure — a proper arm effort — but rewards with a dense, silky crema that rivals countertop machines. The flavour extraction is bold and expressive, with satisfying texture and crema definition. Watching it pour into my Nespresso Pixie cup felt like a café moment, right at home.

Always my first stop when I'm looking for new coffee gear. They have a huge range, competitive prices and are passionate about what they do. Shipping prices are also really affordable too!

Products are genuine and as advertised. Straight forward quick shipping. Plenty of stock and options for purchase. Purchased a 1zpresso Q hand grinder, aeropress, and a 10 mile coffee scale. Happy with everything!

This has taken me to the next level of home coffee prep, i had no idea what dialling in was before but i do now, annoyingly now i’m thinking about flow control… i thought it’d end at a grinder!

Great range, prices and fast shipping. Loving the new V60!