Wanderstop: Mastering Coffee Brewing Techniques

In Ivy Road and Annapurna Interactive’s *Wanderstop*, players take on the role of Alta, a weary fighter who seeks solace and recovery by managing a cozy tea shop nestled in a magical forest. This enchanting setting attracts a diverse clientele, each with unique requests, including some who crave coffee—a beverage not traditionally offered at the shop. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to unlock and brew coffee in *Wanderstop*.

Which Customers Want Coffee in Wanderstop?

During the fourth cycle in *Wanderstop*, a stunning, humanoid bird visits the shop, seeking a refined cup of tea. After serving her, Alta encounters three businessmen—Jerry, Larry, and Terry—who are en route to a boardroom presentation. Clad in suits and carrying briefcases, these men are unmistakably out of place but stay put when they learn the shop doesn't serve coffee. Their refusal of tea and insistence on coffee sets the stage for a new challenge.

Initially, coffee seems unattainable as Boro, the shop's owner, explains that coffee beans don't grow in this forest. However, the arrival of an interdimensional figure named Zenith, who is fascinated by the businessmen, changes everything. Unlike them, Zenith agrees to try Alta's tea and, in doing so, sparks a curiosity about brewing coffee.

How to Unlock Coffee Beans in Wanderstop

To unlock coffee beans, prepare a special cup of tea for Zenith, incorporating something valuable such as a book, trinket, or even a small plant. After savoring the tea, Zenith inquires about the distinction between tea and coffee, leading to a pivotal discussion about coffee beans. Inspired by Alta's explanation, Zenith harnesses the Infinite Path to introduce coffee beans to the forest, allowing them to flourish in the clearing for the first time. Zenith also provides instructions on harvesting and brewing in Alta's Field Guide.

How to Harvest and Brew Coffee in Wanderstop

Once summoned by Zenith, coffee beans grow wild in the clearing and respawn periodically. Harvest them similarly to fruits and seeds, and store them in your ingredients pocket, carry them, or place them on various surfaces. Before brewing, coffee beans must be cleaned; use the dishwasher and await their return via the dish trains in the tea room.

To brew coffee, fill the tea maker with water and heat it if required by the order. Use one coffee bean per brew, though additional beans or other ingredients may be requested. Operate the tea maker to pour water into the infuser, then kick the gear to transfer the brew into the kettle below. Finally, pour the coffee into mugs and serve it to customers, Boro, or enjoy it yourself.

Introducing coffee not only satisfies the businessmen but also delights Zenith and offers a new beverage option for other patrons. Even Boro, despite his initial skepticism, is willing to give it a try.

That’s how you unlock, harvest, and brew coffee in *Wanderstop*.

*Wanderstop is available for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC via Steam.*