Coffee Meets Sambal — Daku Coffee on Gurney Pairs Bold Brews with Tanjong Sauce® Snacks
Penang’s cafe scene just got a new entry — and it’s not another matcha latte spot.
Daku Coffee, a London-born, Japanese-inspired specialty coffee brand, has opened at 68-1-1 Persiaran Gurney. Think precision pour-overs, single-origin beans, and a minimalist interior that would feel at home in Shibuya. But here’s the twist that makes it unmistakably Penang: they’re pairing their boldest brews with something spicy.
The Pairing You Didn’t Know You Needed
Here is the combo that is turning heads: a strong black Americano alongside crispy rice crackers drizzled with Tanjong Sauce®.
It works. Really works. The bitter depth of the coffee creates a bridge to the bright, tangy heat of the sauce. The nutmeg warmth in Tanjong Sauce® echoes the subtle spice notes in a well-roasted bean. And the thin, fluid texture of the sauce means it clings to every cracker without making a mess.
This is the kind of unexpected pairing that Penang — a city built on cultural fusion — was made for.
Why This Combo Works (Food Science)
It is not random. Coffee and chili share aromatic compounds. The smoky notes in roasted coffee complement the gentle heat of Tanjong Sauce®. The vinegar base cuts through the richness and wakes up your palate between sips. It is the same principle behind pairing dark chocolate with chili — contrast and complement in one bite.
How to recreate at home:
- Brew a strong black coffee (French press or pour-over works best)
- Spread plain rice crackers on a plate
- Drizzle or dip in Tanjong Sauce® — one drop per cracker is plenty
- Sip the coffee between bites. Let the flavours play.
A Taste of Penang’s Evolving Scene
Penang’s F&B landscape keeps reinventing itself. Heritage kopitiams coexist with specialty roasters. Char koay teow stalls sit next to omakase counters. Tanjong Sauce® — our small-batch, Penang-made, Halal-certified sauce — fits right into this story of tradition meeting curiosity.
Next time you are on Gurney Drive, grab a cup at Daku. Pack a bottle of Tanjong Sauce® and a packet of rice crackers. Thank us later.
Where to Buy Tanjong Sauce®
Ready to bring the authentic Penang taste to your kitchen? Order Tanjong Sauce® now:
- Shopee — Fast delivery across Malaysia
- Lazada — Available with free shipping options
- TikTok Shop — Order directly in-app
- tanjongsauce.com — Order direct from our website
100ml travel friendly bottle. Halal certified. Small batch. Malaysian made. Taste the difference today.
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