22/11/25

Ron Santiago de Cuba Rum partners with Kaffeine for a four-day pop-up in London

Rum lovers, this one’s for you! Ron Santiago de Cuba, the award-winning fan favourite Cuban rum is teaming up with Kaffeine, one of London’s favourite neighbourhood coffee spots, to bring a slice of Cuba to the city. For four days only, Kaffeine’s Eastcastle Street café will transform into Café Con Ron, a pop-up celebrating Cuba’s two great loves: coffee and rum.

Start your day the Cuban way:

From 8:30–10:30 am, swing by for free coffee, think bold Cuban Coffee, smooth Cortadito, and creamy Café Con Leche. Each one pairs perfectly with the tropical notes in Ron Santiago de Cuba’s aged rums (honey, chocolate, vanilla… you get the idea). Plus, you’ll get a sweet Cuban bite to kick off your morning.

When the sun goes down, the rum comes out:

From 5:30 pm–8:30 pm, enjoy complimentary rum cocktails and soak up the vibes. Outside, Eastcastle Street will buzz with sounds inspired by Cuba’s street vendors, courtesy of The Latin Formula. Inside, London-based DJ James Onur (Earthly Measures Records) will keep the energy flowing with Cuban house and classic beats.

On the menu (only at Café Con Ron):

Café Invierno – Ron Santiago de Cuba Añejo 8 Year Old, Mr Black coffee liqueur, winter-spiced honey, and espresso.
Café Ron Leche – A creamy mix of rum, Mr Black, chocolate bitters, and coconut cream with a festive golden twist.
La Espuma Dorada – Rum, coffee liqueur, espresso, and chocolate aroma, topped with silky vanilla foam.

Come for the coffee, stay for the rum, and soak up the culture, community, and flavours of Cuba.

No tickets, no sign-up, just drop in and enjoy.

Location: Kaffeine, 15 Eastcastle Street, London, W1T 3AY

When: 25–29 November

Free coffee: 8:30–10:30 am Free cocktails: 5:30–8:30 pm

Written by Lorna Bryn

Photo courtesy of Ron Santiago de Cuba

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STEP INSIDE The Brixton Windmill

Nyla Sammons
Apr 22
2 min read

Tucked away at the end of Blenheim Gardens lies one of London’s most charming hidden gems - the Brixton Windmill. A rare survivor of Lambeth’s milling past (there were once twelve windmills in the borough).

Built in 1816 and run by Johnathan Ashby, the windmill began life producing wholemeal flour, powered by the wind and later, by steam and gas. It was once the heart of a bustling site that included a bakery, shop, kiln, and even a cottage. The Ashby family ground flour here for generations, right up until 1934.

Following the death of the last miller, Joshua Ashby, in 1935, the windmill was purchased by London County council, who created a new public space in 1962. A major restoration in 2010, backed by the Heritage Lottery Fund, Lambeth Council, and the Friends of Windmill Gardens, brought the mill back to life — and it’s still producing flour to this day.

The volunteers at The Brixton Windmill

Thanks to a passionate team of volunteers and heritage officers, the windmill is open for guided tours, milling, flour sales, and a packed calendar of workshops and community events. Whether you're into bread-making, yoga, Pilates, tai chi, or just curious about local history, there’s something for everyone.

Don’t Miss Mayfest!

Join the celebrations on Sunday, May 5th from 1–5pm, as Mayfest returns at the Brixton Windmill and Blenheim Gardens with a day of seasonal folk traditions. Expect live music, Morris dancing, crafts, planting activities, and a variety of delicious food stalls. A perfect day out for the whole family.

So why not swing by this slice of living history? It's a vibrant hub of creativity, community, and milling.

To read more about the Brixton Mill and attend an event or guided tour visit https://www.brixtonwindmill.org/

Photography by Nyla Sammons