Coffee & Wellness Writer
James Bellis
Bali, Indonesia
James writes about coffee, supplements, and daily wellness with a focus on what actually works. His approach blends curiosity with practical insight, helping readers navigate modern wellness with intention and evidence.
Every product recommendation is tested in-house using the Editor Lab methodology. With years of hands-on experience in sourcing, roasting, and the specialty coffee supply chain, he brings real industry knowledge to every review.
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Years in coffee
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Coffee · Functional Drinks · Biohacking · Supplements · Wellness
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Latest by James
Lab Tested Coffee: What It Means and Why It Matters
A coffee founder explains what lab tested coffee really means, what a proper test panel covers, and how to spot a credible claim from a marketing line.
Eureka Oro Single Dose Review 2026 UK (Tested)
James Bellis tests the Eureka Oro Single Dose across 28 days, 312 shots and 14 bean transitions. Measured retention, honest verdict vs Niche Zero and DF64.
Nespresso Lattissima Touch Review 2026: Honest Verdict on a Discontinued Machine
Coffee founder's Nespresso Lattissima Touch review: 4 weeks tested, milk system results, known problems, and if the F511 is worth buying used in 2026.
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