OldG Coffee - Dog & Hat Coffee Review

Quick summary

Dog & Hat Coffee works well for:

• Drinkers who enjoy discovery and variety

• People who like trying different roasters regularly

• Homes comfortable adjusting brews as coffees change

• Those who enjoy learning through tasting

Dog & HatCoffee is less suited to:

• Drinkers chasing unusual or highly experimental flavour profiles

• People who want tight control over origin, processing, and roast variation

• Those who prefer very dark or extreme roast styles

How Dog & Hat Coffee typically tastes at home

Because Dog & Hat features coffees from a rotating selection of roasters, there is no single flavour profile. Taste varies depending on the month, the roaster featured, and the style of coffee chosen.

Many selections lean towards specialty profiles, which can mean brighter acidity or more distinct flavours compared to everyday blends.

THIS MAKES DOG & HAT MORE EXPLORATORY AND LESS PREDICTABLE THAN FIXED-STYLE BRANDS.

What you can generally expect:

• A wider range of flavours than fixed-brand offerings

• Coffees that reflect the roaster’s individual style

• Clear differences from month to month

• Occasional learning curve when switching coffees

Brewing methods: where Dog & Hat coffees tend to work best

Strong compatibility with:

• Filter / pour-over

• AeroPress

Generally fine with:

• Espresso machines

• Cafetière / French press

Dog & Hat coffees are typically well suited to manual brewing methods where flavour differences can be explored more easily.

Results depend more on the specific coffee in each delivery than on the service itself, so some adjustment is usually required.

Buying options: one-off vs subscription

Dog & Hat is designed around a subscription model rather than repeat one-off purchases.

Subscriptions allow:

• Curated coffee selections delivered regularly

• Information about the roaster and coffee

• The option to pause or cancel

There is less emphasis on one-off repeat purchases of the same coffee.

Value for everyday drinking

Dog & Hat sits in the mid-range for pricing.

• Access to a variety of independent roasters

• Exposure to different flavour styles

• Educational context alongside the coffee

Dog & Hat is built around exploration, which suits adventurous drinkers but won’t appeal to everyone.

Decision checkpoint

Choose Dog & Hat Coffee if:

You may want to look elsewhere if:

• You enjoy exploring different roasters and styles

• You like learning through tasting

• You are comfortable adjusting brews regularly

• You want variety rather than repetition

Dog & Hat is a good fit if you:

• Enjoy trying new coffees regularly

• Are open to different flavour profiles month to month

• Brew mainly with filter or AeroPress

• Value discovery over consistency

Dog & Hat may not be the best choice if you:

• Prefer the same coffee every day

• Want maximum predictability

• Avoid lighter or more expressive profiles

• You want one dependable daily coffee

• You prefer predictable results with minimal adjustment

• You do not enjoy frequent flavour changes

Dog & Hat prioritises discovery, which appeals to curious drinkers but is not designed for routine-focused brewing.