The Art of the Infused Brew with Little Collins CBD Dispensary

Seated by the window in Little Collins, there’s a quiet ease to the space, clean lines, natural morning light, and the scent of fresh coffee. A couple chats at the counter; and next to me someone quietly reads. There’s no rush here, the vibe is calm, the space charming, and the urge to linger here all day is far too appealing.

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With coffee shops in Kilkenny, Dublin and Galway, and owners Íde Clancy and JP O’Brien at the lead, Little Collins has carved out a unique space, not just as a cannabis company, but as one of the most consistently praised coffee spots in Galway city. With over 600 glowing Google reviews and a fiercely loyal customer base, what truly sets Little Collins apart is what they call “the art of the infused brew.”

While the company’s roots lie in hemp and CBD wellness, its coffee offering is anything but an afterthought. The team, led in large part by Shannon, Little Collins’ General Manager based in Kilkenny, has cultivated a deep respect for the craft of brewing. That care begins with the beans themselves, sourced from Anam Coffee Roasters, located in the Burren, County Clare.

Anam, a small-batch roaster with an East African bean focus, was chosen for its ethical sourcing, personal relationships with farming communities, and an ethos that mirrors Little Collins’ own. “We work really hard on that, and pride ourselves on the coffee and the team,” says owner JP. “We're a cannabis company but we're also a coffee company. We put a lot of effort into it.”

The result? A brew that customers repeatedly describe as consistently rich, flavourful, and expertly prepared.

But what elevates the experience at Little Collins is its innovation in infusion. Customers can opt to add a coconut-based hemp CBD shot to any coffee, seamlessly blending wellness and taste. More recently, the team introduced a unique mushroom maple infusion, a creamy paste made from a blend of Lion’s Mane, Reishi and Cordyceps mushrooms - all of which are Irish grown - designed to enrich both body and mind.

Little Collins is driven by a desire to offer functional, feel-good coffee that never compromises on quality. As part of that commitment, all three of their stores now participate in Feel Good Fridays: €2 for a black coffee, €3 for a white. Add a shot of CBD or Mushroom Maple for an additional 50c. It's a welcome reprieve in a world where a cuppa can easily creep past €6.

Beyond the brews, the atmosphere plays a big part in what keeps people coming back. Ciara, Manager of the Galway store, sums it up perfectly: “We want everyone to feel that they are welcome to walk through the door, whether it be for a CBD coffee, tea, or just a chat. It’s a place to unwind, relax with a book, or meet friends. Plus, we always have great music playing.”

Seven years on, with plans to continue evolving and a deep appreciation for the people behind every cup, Little Collins is proving that coffee, when treated with care and creativity, can be as nourishing as it is delicious. For more information visit their website at littlecollinscbd.com and give them a follow on social media @littlecollinscbd.

All photos by Ciarán MacChoncarraige.