The top spots to get your matcha fix when at the library

We've all been there: on the verge of a breakdown in the library because that one essay just won't write itself. When you're in desperate need of a break and a quiet, cozy cafe starts calling your name, here are all my personal favourite spots to get that ever so famous green drink and, of course, a sweet treat.

When you're bored to tears of the Philly Rob, only a stone's throw away hiding on St Mary's Terrace lies Neighbourhood Coffee. Only opening recently, this sweet gem has iced matcha and oat lattes on tap - I repeat, ON TAP! - with the perfect chill atmosphere to wind down and forget about all your impending deadlines. They're also stocked with plenty of pastries, cakes and toasties so if a matcha alone won't cut it, they've already got you covered. However, the real standout of this place has to be the seating area in the cafe. Slightly odd at first glance, the wooden, multi-level seating area at the back of the cafe creates a totally relaxed vibe reinforced by the warm lighting and plants decorating the space.

Although, if you truly want to get as far away from the library as possible, I understand. Absence does make the heart grow fonder after all! An independent business I love going to in town is Priory Press. While their space isn't enormous, they certainly make up for it in their array of flavors on offer. Vanilla, cherry, strawberry, maple, cinnamon, banana - you name it, they will most likely have it. And, they also offer a student discount which is just the icing on the cake. Speaking of student offers, Flower Cafe also hosts a student offer where matcha is only £2 every Tuesday and Wednesday! This sounds like the perfect mid-week ritual after locking in at the library.

But, the ultimate classic of matcha spots has to be Black Sheep Coffee. It's just a fail safe, isn't it? You might not be beating the 'basic girl' allegations any time soon, but who cares? You didn't choose the matcha, the matcha chose you. This lush spot is also perfect for those that love to people watch (and we all know how entertaining Grainger Street can be).