Develop your B&W film at home using coffee, vitamin C, and washing soda — the classic Caffenol recipe that produces beautiful, flexible negatives with rich tones and surprising consistency.
This mix includes everything you need (except the water and the coffee you drink while you’re doing it). It’s beginner-friendly, apartment-friendly, and a great way to learn darkroom chemistry without buying big bottles or specialty chemicals.
What’s Included
Pre-measured Caffenol dry mix (developer ingredients)
Step-by-step instructions
Tips for getting consistent results
Recommended times for common B&W films
Great For
First-time home developers
Anyone curious about alternative processes
Small-space setups & DIY projects
Experimenting without committing to bulk chemistry
Film Compatibility
Works beautifully with most B&W films, including:
Ilford HP5, Kentmere 100/400, Kodak Tri-X, T-Max 100/400 (longer times), Ultrafine, Foma, and more.
Yield
Enough developer for 1–3 rolls depending on dilution and tank size.
Mix with warm water, stir, pour, agitate, and watch the magic happen.
No darkroom required.
Develop your B&W film at home using coffee, vitamin C, and washing soda — the classic Caffenol recipe that produces beautiful, flexible negatives with rich tones and surprising consistency.
This mix includes everything you need (except the water and the coffee you drink while you’re doing it). It’s beginner-friendly, apartment-friendly, and a great way to learn darkroom chemistry without buying big bottles or specialty chemicals.
What’s Included
Pre-measured Caffenol dry mix (developer ingredients)
Step-by-step instructions
Tips for getting consistent results
Recommended times for common B&W films
Great For
First-time home developers
Anyone curious about alternative processes
Small-space setups & DIY projects
Experimenting without committing to bulk chemistry
Film Compatibility
Works beautifully with most B&W films, including:
Ilford HP5, Kentmere 100/400, Kodak Tri-X, T-Max 100/400 (longer times), Ultrafine, Foma, and more.
Yield
Enough developer for 1–3 rolls depending on dilution and tank size.
Mix with warm water, stir, pour, agitate, and watch the magic happen.
No darkroom required.
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