Tamsui District, New Taipei City｜A邁Qi sweet&coffee

Update: finally returned to Taiwan after more than 3 years and the owner recognized more, even with a mask on. I’m truly touched. She’s a gem in. This neighborhood and I’m so happy she was able to make it through the pandemic. Her espresso drinks are still the best! Her hours have changed and she’s not open in the mornings. She says Beitou residents tend to stop in after lunch and in the evenings! So different from the US where coffee shops open very early —————— I walked by one day and noticed this new coffee shop and decided to try out their latte. I normally go to another place is across the street but the coffee at Fiery is hands-down the best option in the neighborhood. The espresso drinks are expertly crafted by the owner who is surprisingly only 25 years old! She also bakes the pastries offered at the shop. Normally at an average coffee shop I have to ask for my espresso drink to be made "not too hot". What most people don’t understand is that when your milk is scalded it turns bitter. I knew I found my spot when I placed my order and the owner said, “oh I never heat up the coffee too much because it ruins the flavor”. This coffee shop also offers and iced drip coffee. Most places use hot water to extract the beans. And iced water drip coffee creates a drink that is less better, with less caffeine, and easier on the stomach. This place is a must try for people serious about coffee. I also attended the latte art class and it was so much fun! It's much harder than it looks!

This narrow two-story coffee shop is a lovely place to camp out for a rainy afternoon. Both their house-roasted small batch coffees and teas can be purchased to brew at home. The owner makes a daily selection of sweets, from basque cheesecakes to chocolate tarts.

Lovely little coffee shop with a silky smooth latte