OldG Coffee - Lost Sheep Coffee Review

Does Lost Sheep Coffee suit how you brew at home?

Lost Sheep Coffee is a UK independent roaster known for bolder flavour profiles, modern presentation, and a slightly more adventurous approach than traditional everyday brands. This review looks at how Lost Sheep coffees taste in normal home brewing, how they behave across common methods, and which types of drinkers they tend to suit best.

• How Lost Sheep coffee tastes when brewed at home
• How it behaves with typical home equipment
• What kind of drinker it is most likely to suit

This review does not rank Lost Sheep against other brands or assess image, trend, or lifestyle appeal.

What this review is (and isn’t)

This review is written to help you decide whether Lost Sheep matches your taste preferences and brewing habits.

It is:

Based on everyday home brewing rather than controlled tasting
Focused on flavour direction, intensity, and drinkability

It is not:

A numerical score or league table
A technical tasting exercise
A judgement on which coffee is “best” overall

Quick summary

Lost Sheep Coffee works well for:

Drinkers who enjoy bolder, more pronounced flavours
People who like modern specialty-style profiles
Homes brewing espresso and milk-based drinks
Those comfortable with some flavour variation

Lost Sheep Coffee is less suited to:

Drinkers who prefer very traditional or muted profiles
People looking for maximum forgiveness
Those who want the same flavour experience every time

How Lost Sheep Coffee typically tastes at home

In the cup, Lost Sheep coffees tend to be more expressive and forward than many everyday brands. Roasts are often developed to highlight sweetness and impact, which can make flavours feel more immediate and noticeable.

Typical characteristics include:

Rich chocolate or caramel notes
Deeper sweetness
Lower perceived acidity
Fuller body

Because of the bolder roast direction, flavours often hold up well in milk-based drinks and espresso-style brewing.

THIS MAKES LOST SHEEP A GOOD CHOICE FOR DRINKERS WHO LIKE THEIR COFFEE TO FEEL NOTICEABLE AND SATISFYING.

Brewing methods: where Lost Sheep performs best

Strong compatibility with:

Espresso machines
Bean-to-cup machines
Moka pots

Generally fine with:

Filter / pour-over
Cafetière / French press

Lost Sheep coffees are particularly well suited to methods that emphasise body and strength.

Results tend to be forgiving, especially when brewed slightly stronger.

Buying options: one-off vs subscription

Buying method changes how often coffee arrives — not how it performs.

Subscriptions allow:

Regular delivery
Flexible scheduling
Reduced need for reordering

Subscriptions suit those who enjoy Lost Sheep’s flavour direction and want consistency.

Value for everyday drinking

Lost Sheep sits in the accessible mid-range of the specialty coffee market.

You like coffee with strong, noticeable flavour
You drink a lot of espresso or milk-based coffee
You prefer richness over acidity
You want coffee that feels satisfying rather than delicate

Lost Sheep focuses on bold, modern coffee that suits many everyday drinkers but won’t appeal to everyone.

Decision checkpoint

Choose Lost Sheep Coffee if:

You may want to look elsewhere if:

You prefer lighter, more nuanced profiles
You enjoy tuning brews for subtle flavour changes
You want very traditional flavour styles

Lost Sheep is a good fit if you:

Enjoy richer, fuller-bodied coffees
Brew espresso, moka pot, or milk drinks regularly
Want coffee that delivers impact without fuss
Prefer sweetness and body over brightness

Lost Sheep may not be the best choice if you:

Prefer light, delicate, or highly expressive acidity
Want maximum flavour nuance
Enjoy frequent fine-tuning of brews

Lost Sheep prioritises bold flavour impact while remaining approachable, making it a strong option for everyday specialty drinkers.

Lost Sheep offers both one-off purchases and flexible subscription options.

Pricing reflects:

Independent roasting
Modern flavour profiles
Consistent quality across the range