In the heart of Maadi, where every corner seems to have its own story, there’s a little spot quietly breaking all the coffee rules and doing it with a dash of mystery. People know it as Cococo, but don’t expect a glowing sign or even a proper door to welcome you in. Instead, it’s just a wall. Instead, you’ll see a plain white wall with a square cut-out just big enough to pass a drink through. You lean in, say your order, and at some point, a hand slides out your cup. No chit-chat, no menus, and no view of what’s going on inside. It’s the closest Cairo has come to a caffeine speakeasy, and somehow, it works. And now it has started a new drink, Sugarcane Americano, that will surely blow your mind.
Cairo’s Secret Coffee Hole Is Now Pouring Sugarcane Espresso
Cococo’s latest trick? Sugarcane coffee. Now, if you’ve grown up in Egypt, sugarcane juice isn’t just a drink, it’s a national treasure. Served ice-cold, sweet and a staple of daily life.
But Cococo has taken it to the next level by marrying this Egyptian classic with espresso. The result? A sip that’s equal parts farm field freshness, late-night cram session energy, and the thrill of trying something that feels like it shouldn’t work, but somehow does.
How It Works?
Here’s the thing: Cococo isn’t about lounging with a laptop or scrolling your phone. There are no seats, no tables, and no view of the coffee machine. You simply stand there, wait, and then, almost like magic, a hand slips through the hole with your drink. Just as quickly, it retreats, leaving the wall looking like any ordinary patch of white, and you’re left holding a cup of caffeine and sugar, with a sly grin and the odd thought that you’ve just joined a tiny, secret adventure.
Why It Works For Cairo
And while Dubai has its gold-dusted cappuccinos and Abu Dhabi serves coffee in designer cups, Cairo has coffee served from the hole. The drink has already sparked curiosity beyond Maadi’s borders. It’s the kind of concept where people are always hunting for something that feels authentic yet Instagram-worthy.
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The Bottom Line
Cococo is just a hole in the wall, serving up a drink you won’t find anywhere else. Sugarcane coffee might not replace your daily cappuccino, but it’s worth trying at least once for the novelty, the flavour, and the story you’ll get to tell afterwards.
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