Brew Coffee at Home with Wanderstop Method

In *Wanderstop*, the tranquil tea shop simulation game developed by Ivy Road and published by Annapurna Interactive, players step into the shoes of Alta—a weary fighter seeking peace and purpose in a magical forest. Her new life revolves around managing a cozy tea shop nestled in a serene environment, where she learns to slow down, reflect, and connect with others. As part of this journey, Alta encounters a diverse cast of characters, each with unique tastes and preferences—including an unexpected request for coffee.

Which Customers Want Coffee in Wanderstop?

During the fourth cycle of gameplay, a graceful humanoid bird visits the tea shop and enjoys a carefully prepared cup of tea. Shortly after, three businessmen—Jerry, Larry, and Terry—arrive at the shop wearing matching suits and carrying briefcases. They’re on their way to an important boardroom presentation but quickly become disappointed when they learn that the tea shop doesn’t serve coffee.

Alta tries to redirect them to tea, but the men are firm in their preference. Rather than leaving, they decide to wait until coffee becomes available. At first, it seems like fulfilling their request may not be possible—Boro, the tea shop owner, mentions that coffee has never grown in the forest before. However, everything changes with the arrival of Zenith, a mysterious interdimensional figure who’s fascinated by the businessmen.

Unlike the businessmen, Zenith is open to trying tea and quickly develops an interest in learning more about brewing methods. This curiosity opens the door to unlocking one of the most unique features in the game: the ability to brew coffee.

How to Unlock Coffee Beans in Wanderstop

To begin the process of unlocking coffee, players must prepare a special cup of tea for Zenith. The key is to include something valuable in the tea-making process—this can be a book, trinket, pot, mug, small plant (including the pot), or even a photograph. After tasting the tea, Zenith becomes curious about the differences between coffee and tea, prompting Alta to mention “coffee beans” as the essential ingredient.

This revelation sparks a moment of magic. Zenith taps into the Infinite Path and introduces coffee beans to the forest for the first time. Instructions for harvesting and brewing coffee are added to Alta’s Field Guide, officially opening the door to serving coffee at the tea shop.

How to Harvest and Brew Coffee in Wanderstop

Once coffee beans appear in the clearing, they grow wild and randomly respawn over time. Players can harvest them just like fruits, seeds, or other collectible items. If space allows, beans can be stored in the ingredients pocket; otherwise, carry one at a time in hand or place them on shelves, tables, floors, or outside areas.

Before brewing, coffee beans must be cleaned. Place them in the dishwasher and wait for the dish trains in the tea room to complete the cleaning process. Once clean, brewing follows a similar process to making tea:

1. Pour water into the tea maker.
2. Heat the water (or skip heating if desired).
3. Kick the gear to transfer the water into the infuser.
4. Add a single coffee bean to brew—additional beans or other ingredients can be added based on customer preferences.
5. Kick the gear again to pour the brewed coffee into the kettle below.
6. Decant the coffee into mugs and serve to customers, Boro, or Alta herself.

Offering coffee brings joy to the persistent businessmen, delights Zenith, and expands your menu options for future visitors. Even Boro, who isn't typically a fan, is willing to give it a try.

With this guide, you now have everything you need to unlock, harvest, and brew coffee in *Wanderstop*. Whether you're catering to quirky customers or experimenting with new flavors, adding coffee to your repertoire enhances both your gameplay experience and storytelling depth.

*Wanderstop* is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC via Steam, offering a calming escape filled with meaningful interactions, quiet moments, and the occasional caffeine craving.