The Story of Coffee & Climate Change
** This article is written by one of the UK’s top ecologists, John Altringham, from the University of Leeds. Environmental responsibility is something we are very passionate about here at...
Coffee Scales – Best Scales for Brewing Coffee at Home
Brewing consistently great coffee at home can sometimes be a challenge. It starts off so well – you’ve bought some freshly roasted coffee beans, used a burr grinder, added...
The Importance of Grind Size
As the only ‘coffee guy’ in my group of extended friends, I tend to get bombarded with a whole host of coffee based questions. Which, I am more than happy...
Home Brewing Basics: Our Top 5 Tips
Lockdown is easing and your favourite local indie coffee shop will most probably be readying itself to re-open its doors in the midst of the new normal this Saturday. For...
Coffee Grinders – Tips and Reviews for Buying a Coffee Grinder
Buying freshly roasted coffee might not be new to many reading this blog post, and follows on logically from buying fresh food for eating at home. Eating fresh food...
El Salvador – Origin Virgin Part II – The Final Instalment…
As the anniversary of my virgin adventure to the coffee lands of Central America has just passed, I felt it only fitting to complete my epic tale of coffee...
Why We Created the NS* Impact Fund
Why Impact Matters At NS*, impact has always been at the heart of everything we do. We believe an impact-led approach to business is essential, giving us the opportunity to...
Meet the cheerful new face of The Docks
This September, one of our best-loved coffees is getting a temporary new look. For one month only, The Docks will be wrapped in an exclusive label created by North Star...
The Best Cycle Routes in Yorkshire with Coffee Stops You'll Actually Want to Ride For
Yorkshire is one of the UK's best cycling destinations. From quiet country lanes and picturesque valleys to challenging climbs through the Yorkshire Dales, there's a route for every rider. But...