Which baristas work there?

Reviews consistently mention Balqish, Aleeya, and Imran as counter staff known for coffee knowledge and friendly service.

Can I buy whole beans or bottled coffee?

Their website lists specialty coffee beans for sale and bottled options: 1L Bottled Americano (RM31.90), 1L Bottled Caffe Latte (RM41.90), and 1L Bottled Spanish Latte (RM44.90).

Are your beans specialty-certified?

Their website states their beans hold a 91-point Coffee Review rating and carry the Specialty Coffee Association of America designation.

HWC Coffee - Ipoh Parade

Updated 2026-10-14 · 2,294 reviewed · 317 listed · Scored from 161 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(161) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices

Specialty Coffee RoastersCafeTraditional KopitiamStudy & Laptop-Friendly Cafe

Location: Pusat Perdagangan Greentown, Ipoh
Services: Specialty Coffee Roasters, Cafe, Traditional Kopitiam
Reviews: 161
Ranking: #3 in Specialty Coffee Roasters
Best for: coffee enthusiasts wanting guidance, regulars seeking consistent specialty drinks, remote workers finding air-conditioned seating

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-10-14. Details taken from their website were fetched 2026-07-14.

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What do customers say?

Every visit lands the same: customers order and receive specialty coffee that tastes notably different from standard cafe fare, served by staff who remember regulars and steer newcomers to something genuinely good. Baristas Balqish, Aleeya, and Imran appear consistently in praise for handling busy rushes without delay, speaking multiple languages, and treating each order as a craft rather than a transaction.

The roastery sits in Ipoh Parade with room to sit and linger. Their beans carry a 91-point Coffee Review rating and SCAA certification, which shows in the cup. Prices run moderate (RM9.90 for an Americano, RM12.90 for a Latte). No one complains about wait times, taste consistency, or value.

Praised for

coffee quality and consistency
knowledgeable staff guidance on selection
fast and friendly counter service
comfortable environment and seating
named baristas recognized for excellence

great-coffeefriendly-staffcozy-ambiancegreat-wifiair-conditioned

Best for: coffee enthusiasts wanting guidance, regulars seeking consistent specialty drinks, remote workers finding air-conditioned seating

Think twice if: no credible caveat emerges from the reviews; 92% five-star and zero complaints about service, taste, or value.

What stands out?

beans carry Coffee Review 91-point specialty rating
baristas guide customers to best-fit orders
HALAL certified, SCAA designation
bottled coffee options available for bulk orders

Worth knowing

Barista Balqish praised for professionalism and handling rushes
Barista Aleeya recognized for coffee craft and first-time customer guidance
Staff member Imran known for quick service and coffee advice
Staff members reported to speak multiple languages and assist foreigners
Beans rated 91 points by Coffee Review
HALAL certified

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee Roasters: beans carry Coffee Review 91-point rating; reviewers highlight taste distinctly above standard cafe offerings
Cafe: comfortable seating, air-conditioned space praised; described as good for lingering and chill time
Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe: comfortable chairs and table space mentioned; no complaint about wifi or working-hours access

How it compares

Rated 4.8 against a 4.52 average across the 48 specialty coffee roasters businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 61% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Scoring Method

Star rating 83

Review volume 96

Review recency 86

Review sentiment 81

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

148

Frequently asked questions

Which baristas work there?: Reviews consistently mention Balqish, Aleeya, and Imran as counter staff known for coffee knowledge and friendly service.
Can I buy whole beans or bottled coffee?: Their website lists specialty coffee beans for sale and bottled options: 1L Bottled Americano (RM31.90), 1L Bottled Caffe Latte (RM41.90), and 1L Bottled Spanish Latte (RM44.90).
Are your beans specialty-certified?: Their website states their beans hold a 91-point Coffee Review rating and carry the Specialty Coffee Association of America designation.

Contact

Phone: +605-7180170
Website: https://hwccoffee.my/
Address: KF02, First Floor, Ipoh Parade, 105, Jalan Sultan Abdul Jalil, Pusat Perdagangan Greentown, 30450 Ipoh, Perak
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Last verified 2026-10-14

Opening hours

Monday: 08:30-22:00
Tuesday: 08:30-22:00
Wednesday: 08:30-22:00
Thursday: 08:30-22:00
Friday: 08:30-22:00
Saturday: 08:30-22:00
Sunday: 08:30-22:00

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed

Caffe LatteAmericanoSpanish Caffe LatteStrawberry Matcha LatteMatcha LatteJasmine TeaBrown Sugar Caffe LatteCaramel Espresso Frappe

Published prices

1L Bottled Americano: RM31.90
1L Bottled Caffe Latte: RM41.90
1L Bottled Spanish Latte: RM44.90
Brown Sugar Latte: RM13.90
Americano: RM9.90
Caffe Latte: RM12.90

Credentials claimed:HALAL certified, Specialty Coffee Association of America designation, 91-Points Specialty Coffee Bean rating by Coffee Review

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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