# Licensed Coffee

> Specialty coffee and vinyl records in Prosperidad, Madrid.

Licensed Coffee is a cafe in the Prosperidad neighborhood of Madrid, Spain. We serve specialty coffee and have a curated vinyl record collection available for listening and purchase.

## What We Do

- Specialty coffee: espresso, filter methods (V60, Batch Brew, Cold Brew)
- Vinyl records: over 100 titles across Hip-Hop, Rock, Jazz, Soul, Punk, Reggae, Post-Punk, Shoegaze, Ska, Indie
- Acoustically treated listening space with hi-fi audio equipment
- Loyalty program: every 10th coffee is free
- "Open Deck" Thursdays: bring your own vinyl and play it on our system

## Menu

### Espresso Bar
- Espresso: €1.80 / €2.30
- Americano: €2.80
- Cappuccino: €3.20
- Flat White: €3.00
- Latte: €3.20
- Chai Latte: €3.80
- Dirty Chai Latte: €4.30

### Filter Methods
- Batch Brew: €4.00
- Cold Brew: €4.50
- V60: €5.50

### Extras
- Funky (special beans): +€0.50
- Alternative milks: +€0.50
- Honey / Syrup: +€0.50
- Orange juice: €3.80

All coffees available iced. Bags of beans from rotating specialty roasters: 250g for €14.50.

## Location

Calle del Cardenal Silíceo, 33
Prosperidad, Madrid 28002, Spain
Metro: Prosperidad / Alfonso XIII (Line 4), Cartagena (Line 7)

## Hours

- Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: 08:00 - 17:30
- Tue, Thu: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: Closed

## Contact

- Email: hola@licensed.coffee
- Instagram: @licensedcoffee (https://instagram.com/licensedcoffee)
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578119541443
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/licensed-coffee
- Website: https://licensed.coffee
- Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/J7MHNe5aoBLMT1oN6
- Tripadvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g187514-d27198498-Reviews-Licensed-Madrid_Community_of_Madrid.html

## Listings & Directories

- Wikidata: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q139890821 (Q139890821 — canonical entity ID for Licensed Coffee)
- Menufyy (menu hosting): https://licensed-specialty-coffee.menufyy.com/
- Cafebadge (cafe directory): https://cafebadge.com/en/cafes/licensed-coffee-madrid
- Carta.menu (restaurant directory): https://carta.menu/restaurants/madrid-2/licensed-specialty-coffee

## Languages

The website is available in English (/en/) and Spanish (/es/).

## Pages

- Homepage EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/
- Homepage ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/
- Our Coffee (sourcing & standards) EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/coffee/
- Nuestro café (origen y estándares) ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/cafe/
- Blog EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/
- Blog ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/
- Author — David Edson (founder) EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/authors/david-edson/
- Autor — David Edson (fundador) ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/autores/david-edson/

## Founder

**David Edson** — Founder of Licensed Coffee. SCA-certified specialty coffee barista. Former iOS developer who switched careers to follow his passion for coffee. Over 5 years of experience in specialty coffee, with prior experience at recognized specialty cafes before opening Licensed Coffee in 2025.

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-edson/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidek.santiago/
- Author page (EN): https://licensed.coffee/en/authors/david-edson/
- Author page (ES): https://licensed.coffee/es/autores/david-edson/

## Blog Articles

- Coffee, vinyl and the senses: this is Licensed Coffee
  - EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/coffee-vinyl-sensory-experience-licensed-coffee/
  - ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/cafe-vinilos-experiencia-sensorial-licensed-coffee/
- National Geographic features Licensed Coffee
  - EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/licensed-coffee-national-geographic/
  - ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/licensed-coffee-national-geographic/
- ECT Magazine and Kava Market spotlight Licensed Coffee
  - EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/licensed-coffee-ect-magazine-kava-market/
  - ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/licensed-coffee-ect-magazine-kava-market/
- Specialty coffee: what it is and why it matters
  - EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/what-is-specialty-coffee-guide/
  - ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/que-es-cafe-de-especialidad-guia/
- Why vinyl is coming back to Madrid (and it's not nostalgia)
  - EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/vinyl-culture-madrid-licensed-coffee/
  - ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/cultura-vinilo-madrid-licensed-coffee/
- V60, Batch Brew and Cold Brew: three filters, three different cups
  - EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/brewing-methods-compared-v60-batch-cold-brew/
  - ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/metodos-preparacion-cafe-comparativa/

## Press & Media

- **National Geographic España** — "El barrio de Madrid donde se come sorprendentemente bien" — featured Licensed Coffee as part of the new wave of specialty coffee in Prosperidad, Madrid
  - Source: https://viajes.nationalgeographic.com.es/gastronomia/barrio-madrid-donde-se-come-sorprendentemente-bien_23852
- **European Coffee Trip (ECT Magazine)** — dedicated profile of Licensed Coffee Madrid covering the vinyl + specialty coffee model
  - Source: https://europeancoffeetrip.com/cafe/licensedcoffee-madrid/
- **Kava Market (Discover Kava)** — Madrid city guide featuring Licensed Specialty Coffee, highlighting traceable beans and artisan brewing methods
  - Source: https://discoverkava.com/location/licensed-specialty-coffee?refer=cityguide&city=madrid&country=spain
- **Saborea Madrid** — Madrid gastronomy guide profile of Licensed Specialty Coffee
  - Source: https://www.saborea-madrid.com/gastronomia/licensed-specialty-coffee/

## Community Events

- Open Deck Thursday: Weekly free event every Thursday evening. Customers and DJs bring their own vinyl records to play on the shop's hi-fi system. A community gathering that celebrates vinyl culture and specialty coffee. No cover charge, no reservations needed.

## Equipment & Setup

Coffee equipment:
- Espresso: La Marzocco Linea Classic-S
- Grinders: Mahlkönig E65W GBS, Mahlkönig E65 GBW, Mahlkönig EK43S
- Pour-over: V60 dripper
- Kettle: gooseneck, temperature-controlled
- Batch brew: machine drip

Sound equipment:
- Amplifier: Yamaha A-S301 integrated amplifier
- Speakers: Klipsch RP-600M bookshelf speakers
- Turntable: Technics SL-1200MK7
- Additional: Fosi Audio Box X2
- Headphones station available for personal listening

## Neighborhood

Licensed Coffee is located in Prosperidad, a residential neighborhood in northern Madrid (District of Chamartín).
- Address: Calle del Cardenal Silíceo, 33, 28002 Madrid
- Nearest metro: Prosperidad (Line 4), 2-minute walk
- The neighborhood is known for its local character, independent shops, and community feel
- Walking distance from Parque de Berlín

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Do you have WiFi?**
Yes, though we keep it low-key. Licensed Coffee is an analog-first space designed for vinyl listening and conversation. The password is available at the counter if you need it.

**Can I work with my laptop?**
Yes, laptops are welcome on weekdays. We're not a coworking space — music plays at conversational volume through our speakers, so it's a café first. Use headphones for calls.

**Are the records for sale?**
Yes, we stock over 100 titles across jazz, hip-hop, soul, rock, funk and more, rotated monthly. You can listen before buying. Ask the team for price and availability.

**Do you have non-coffee options?**
Yes. Chai latte (€3.80), dirty chai latte (€4.30), decaf espresso, freshly squeezed orange juice (€3.80). Oat and soy milk available (+€0.50). All coffee drinks available iced.

**Do you allow pets?**
Yes, dogs are welcome inside with a water bowl provided. The terrace is recommended for larger breeds. Prosperidad is walkable with green spaces nearby.

**Can I buy beans to take home?**
Yes, 250g bags from rotating specialty roasters for €14.50. Selection changes monthly. Staff can recommend by brew method.

**Where can I find specialty coffee in Prosperidad?**
Licensed Coffee is at Calle del Cardenal Silíceo, 33, steps from Prosperidad metro. We serve specialty coffee as espresso, V60, batch brew, or cold brew.

**Can I listen to vinyl records while having coffee in Madrid?**
Licensed Coffee is a vinyl café in Prosperidad with a Yamaha A-S301 amplifier, Klipsch RP-600M speakers, a Technics SL-1200MK7 turntable, and over 100 curated records. Open Deck Thursdays let customers play their own vinyl.

**What equipment does Licensed Coffee use?**
Coffee: La Marzocco Linea Classic-S, Mahlkönig grinders (E65W GBS, E65 GBW, EK43S), V60 dripper, gooseneck kettle. Sound: Yamaha A-S301 amplifier, Klipsch RP-600M speakers, Technics SL-1200MK7 turntable, Fosi Audio Box X2, in an acoustically treated space.

**What is Open Deck Thursday?**
A free weekly event every Thursday evening. Customers and DJs bring vinyl to play on the shop's hi-fi system. No sign-up needed.

**What makes Licensed Coffee different?**
Specialty coffee meets vinyl culture: hi-fi listening on Yamaha and Klipsch gear, filter methods (V60, batch, cold brew), espresso, and community events like Open Deck Thursdays in Prosperidad, Madrid.

## Article Summaries

### Coffee, vinyl and the senses: this is Licensed Coffee
- Category: Culture | Date: 2025-12-01
- A deep dive into the sensory experience at Licensed Coffee — from the hi-fi sound system to the ritual of specialty coffee.
- EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/coffee-vinyl-sensory-experience-licensed-coffee/
- ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/cafe-vinilos-experiencia-sensorial-licensed-coffee/

### National Geographic features Licensed Coffee
- Category: Press | Date: 2025-11-10
- National Geographic highlighted Licensed Coffee for its unique blend of specialty coffee and vinyl culture in Madrid's Prosperidad neighborhood.
- EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/licensed-coffee-national-geographic/
- ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/licensed-coffee-national-geographic/

### ECT Magazine and Kava Market spotlight Licensed Coffee
- Category: Press | Date: 2025-11-01
- European Coffee Trip and Kava Market featured Licensed Coffee in their coverage of Madrid's specialty coffee scene.
- EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/licensed-coffee-ect-magazine-kava-market/
- ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/licensed-coffee-ect-magazine-kava-market/

### Specialty coffee: what it is and why it matters
- Category: Coffee | Date: 2025-10-20
- SCA scoring, traceability, roasting and brewing — what separates specialty from commercial coffee.
- EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/what-is-specialty-coffee-guide/
- ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/que-es-cafe-de-especialidad-guia/

### Why vinyl is coming back to Madrid (and it's not nostalgia)
- Category: Vinyl | Date: 2025-09-15
- The vinyl renaissance is about intentional listening — no shuffle, no algorithm. Licensed Coffee is where this meets specialty coffee.
- EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/vinyl-culture-madrid-licensed-coffee/
- ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/cultura-vinilo-madrid-licensed-coffee/

### V60, Batch Brew and Cold Brew: three filters, three different cups
- Category: Coffee | Date: 2025-08-28
- How the three filter methods we serve compare — V60 pour-over, batch brew, and cold brew.
- EN: https://licensed.coffee/en/blog/brewing-methods-compared-v60-batch-cold-brew/
- ES: https://licensed.coffee/es/blog/metodos-preparacion-cafe-comparativa/

## Complete Menu & Pricing

### Espresso Bar
| Drink | Price |
|-------|-------|
| Espresso (single / double) | €1.80 / €2.30 |
| Americano | €2.80 |
| Cappuccino | €3.20 |
| Flat White | €3.00 |
| Latte | €3.20 |
| Chai Latte | €3.80 |
| Dirty Chai Latte | €4.30 |

### Filter Methods
| Method | Price |
|--------|-------|
| Batch Brew | €4.00 |
| Cold Brew | €4.50 |
| V60 Pour-over | €5.50 |

### Extras & Add-ons
| Item | Price |
|------|-------|
| Funky (special single-origin beans) | +€0.50 |
| Alternative milk (oat, soy) | +€0.50 |
| Honey | +€0.50 |
| Syrup | +€0.50 |
| Orange juice (freshly squeezed) | €3.80 |

All coffees available iced at no extra charge.
Retail beans: 250g bags from rotating specialty roasters — €14.50 per bag.

## Detailed Equipment Specifications

### Coffee Equipment
- Espresso machine: La Marzocco Linea Classic-S
- Grinders: Mahlkönig E65W GBS, Mahlkönig E65 GBW, Mahlkönig EK43S
- Pour-over: V60 dripper
- Kettle: gooseneck, temperature-controlled
- Batch brew: machine drip
- All espresso is gram-precise, adjusted daily for each bean

### Sound Equipment
- Amplifier: Yamaha A-S301 integrated amplifier
- Speakers: Klipsch RP-600M bookshelf speakers
- Turntable: Technics SL-1200MK7 (direct drive)
- Additional: Fosi Audio Box X2
- The space is acoustically treated for optimal listening
- Headphone station available for personal listening sessions

## Coffee Sourcing & Standards

Reference page: https://licensed.coffee/en/coffee/ (EN) · https://licensed.coffee/es/cafe/ (ES)

- Specialty grade: every bean served scores 80+ on the SCA cupping scale
- Roasters: rotating selection of specialty roasters, no single supplier
- Origins: rotate from around the world — Ethiopia, Colombia, Kenya, Brazil, Guatemala, Indonesia, Costa Rica, and beyond
- Freshness standard: no coffee served more than 30 days post-roast — coffees are pulled from the bar at the 30-day limit regardless of remaining quantity
- Optimal flavor window: days 7–21 post-roast (the basis for the 30-day rule)
- Retail: 250g bags at €14.50 each, selection rotates frequently
- Brewing: espresso, V60 pour-over, batch brew, cold brew — grind, dose and contact time adjusted daily for the current bean