APAX IN ACTION: Spotlight on Nostos Coffee

At Nostos Coffee, every cup tells a story—one of precision, exploration, and unlocking the full potential of every bean. Since integrating APAX LAB mineral concentrates into their workflow eight months ago, Nostos has been crafting custom water recipes to bring out the hidden complexities in each coffee they serve. From meticulous recipe testing to engaging customers in the brewing process, Nostos is redefining the way water shapes flavour.

Custom Water Recipes for Every Brew

At Nostos Coffee, manual pour-over brewing is an art form, and water is a crucial piece of the puzzle. To ensure every coffee reaches its full potential, the team combines APAX minerals with demineralised water from Waternation to curate precise recipes tailored to each coffee.

By experimenting with different mineral combinations, they highlight intricate flavour notes that might otherwise go unnoticed. This approach has transformed their brewing process, allowing them to consistently deliver complex, balanced, and flavour-rich cups.

Seamlessly Integrated into Daily Workflow

The use of APAX LAB minerals is now second nature at Nostos. The team rigorously tests and refines recipes, fine-tuning the balance to match each coffee’s origin, process, and roasting profile. The workflow is simple yet highly effective:

• Testing & Refinement – Running multiple recipe trials to find the most suitable mineral combination for each coffee.
• Customer Engagement – Keeping the minerals visible on the brew bar to spark curiosity and conversations.
• On-Demand Brewing – Adding the precise APAX mineral drops to demineralised water just before brewing, ensuring each cup is as balanced and flavourful as possible.

By making APAX an interactive part of the process, the team has turned water chemistry into a point of engagement for customers, sparking discussions and deepening their appreciation for the role minerals play in coffee brewing.

Educating Customers on the Role of Water

With more coffee drinkers eager to explore water’s impact on flavour, Nostos Coffee uses every opportunity to educate their customers. Whether through Instagram content or in-person interactions, they highlight how APAX LAB minerals enhance coffee without altering its natural characteristics.

"The response has been overwhelmingly positive," Edison shares. "People are always coming back for it, and even those who aren’t coffee professionals are starting to understand just how important water is in the brewing process."

A Favourite Profile: LYLAC

For Edison, LYLAC stands out as a personal favourite. Designed to elevate floral and citrus notes, this profile brings complexity, a smooth tactile experience, and a lasting impression on the palate. "It creates a very complex yet sweet tactile texture and makes my palate remember the coffee for a while," he explains.

No Fixed Recipes—Only Precision & Perfection

At Nostos, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to water. Instead, each recipe is carefully adapted to match:

• The coffee’s varietal and origin
• Processing method (washed, natural, anaerobic, etc.)
• Roasting profile
• Brewing technique

The result? A dynamic, ever-evolving coffee program where water is just as thoughtfully considered as the beans themselves.

Conclusion: Pushing the Boundaries of Coffee Brewing

With APAX LAB mineral concentrates, Nostos Coffee is setting a new standard for precision and flavour exploration in pour-over coffee. By using custom water profiles, engaging customers in the process, and continuously refining their approach, they’re proving that water is more than just an ingredient—it’s a game-changer.

Want to experience the difference? Visit Nostos Coffee and taste how water can elevate your brew.