Introduction:During the May Day holiday, the Guangzhou IGC Tianhui Plaza store of JJ Lin’s coffee brand Miracle Coffee grandly opened, drawing hours-long queues. This article details the store’s location, beverage offerings, merchandise, and practical information that fans are most curious about—such as whether JJ Lin made an appearance—while also analyzing why ingredients sold out so quickly and offering tips for queuing.
On the first day of the May Day holiday at Exit B of Guangzhou’s Liede Station, an unusually long queue appeared, leaving many passersby puzzled and gathering to watch. It turned out these people were waiting for the official opening of JJ Lin’s coffee brand Miracle Coffee at Guangzhou’s IGC Tianhui Plaza. The storefront was previously occupied by the local Guangdong coffee chain store by.jpg, which ceased operations in March this year. After it closed, Miracle Coffee took over the space, sparking much anticipation among fans.
The official confirmation has been given that this Guangzhou store is not a short-term pop-up but a long-term, permanent location. Although the brand emphasized that the store will continue operating, many fans still chose to visit on opening day to pay homage, some even hoping to bump into JJ Lin in person. According to eyewitnesses, as early as 8 a.m.—before the store had even opened—a large number of fans had already gathered, with the queue stretching all the way into the nearby Liede subway station.
Compared to the pop-up coffee truck previously launched in Shenzhen, the Guangzhou IGC store offers a more diverse selection of drinks, including the return of previously limited special blends, along with new desserts, branded merchandise, and specialty coffee beans for customers to choose from. However, the store did not offer the stamp-collecting service that some fans were hoping for, leaving some customers who came specifically for stamps slightly disappointed. In addition, due to the overwhelming popularity and strong customer purchasing intent, many popular drinks and ingredients sold out as early as around 6 p.m., and the store quickly posted notices to remind customers.
From social media posts, it can be seen that the average wait time at the Guangzhou store ranged between one to three and a half hours. While this is shorter than the six-hour waits seen at the Chengdu store, it still tests fans’ patience and stamina. One fan joked, “Compared to Chengdu, three and a half hours is already pretty good.” For first-time visitors, it’s recommended to plan your time in advance and bring water and light snacks to cope with potential long waits.
As for the highlight many fans are most curious about—whether JJ Lin will make a personal appearance—there has been no official confirmation as of press time. Some observers have noted that given the relatively compact size of the Guangzhou store and its proximity to the subway entrance and exit, considerations for on-site order and safety make it unlikely that JJ Lin will appear during business hours. A repeat of the surprise nighttime store visit that happened at the Chengdu location may not occur this time.
Overall, the opening of the Miracle Coffee Guangzhou IGC store not only satisfies the expectations of brand fans but also once again showcases JJ Lin’s influence in the coffee market. For those planning to visit, in addition to paying attention to the store’s business hours and product availability, it’s also advised to avoid peak hours for a more comfortable shopping experience.
The above content is compiled by CoffeeHunters, a coffee news website.
