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The beloved pigeon barista, Brewster, is a welcome addition to Animal Crossing: New Horizons, bringing with him not only a cozy café but also a series of exclusive rewards. These rewards are unlocked by purchasing coffee from him daily, fostering a relationship that goes beyond a simple caffeine fix. The process is gradual, but incredibly rewarding for dedicated players. Here’s a detailed breakdown of how to unlock Brewster’s rewards:

To unlock Brewster’s rewards, you need to diligently purchase coffee from him every day at The Roost, his café located within the museum. The more coffee you buy, the more you will strengthen your relationship with Brewster and unlock unique items. There is no rushing the process; it’s all about consistently visiting him for your daily dose of coffee. Specifically, after buying 51 cups of coffee, you will receive the final reward: the Brewstoid gyroid. This special gyroid is designed to look like Brewster himself and makes a unique cooing sound.

The unlocking of Brewster’s rewards is tied to a relationship building system. Each cup of coffee purchased brings you a little closer to unlocking the next reward. The rewards are not just the Brewstoid; players will also receive other items along the way. This incremental reward system motivates players to keep returning to The Roost daily, creating a routine within the game that is both calming and rewarding.

Setting the Stage: Getting Brewster to Your Island

Before you can even start racking up those coffee purchases, you must first unlock Brewster and The Roost. This involves a few steps.

How to Unlock Brewster

Find Brewster on a Kapp’n Island: After you’ve updated your game to version 2.0, speak to Blathers at the museum, who will task you with finding Brewster. Next, take a boat tour with Kapp’n. Eventually, you’ll find Brewster on a randomly generated island.
Relay Blathers’ Message: Talk to Brewster and inform him of Blathers’ invitation to open a café in the museum. It’s important to have this conversation and not leave the island without doing so.
Receive a Gyroid Fragment: After speaking with Brewster and relaying Blathers’ message, he will give you a Gyroid Fragment and confirm he’s interested in opening the café.

Opening The Roost

Return to Blathers: Once you’ve spoken to Brewster, go back to your island and inform Blathers.
Museum Renovation: The following day, the museum will be closed for renovations in preparation for The Roost’s arrival.
The Roost Opens: The café will be open the day after the renovation, allowing you to purchase your first cup of coffee.

The Journey to Rewards

Once The Roost is open, make it a daily habit to visit Brewster and purchase a cup of coffee. It does not matter what time of day you visit or which option you pick for the coffee. Just make sure you are doing it consistently. The primary method for developing your relationship with Brewster is through these daily purchases.

Brewster will offer you special dialogue from time to time which is another indicator that your relationship with him is developing. These are subtle and can make you feel like you are truly building a friendship with the reserved pigeon.

Rewards Along the Way

While the Brewstoid is the final reward, you will receive other gifts along the way. These may include:

Brewster’s signature coffee beans; there are different quality coffee beans that he may give you.
Unique furniture pieces themed around The Roost.
Gyroids that are specifically tied to Brewster.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are some frequently asked questions that delve deeper into Brewster’s rewards and related mechanics:

How many cups of coffee do I need to buy to get all of Brewster’s rewards? To unlock all of Brewster’s rewards, you need to buy 51 cups of coffee.
Is there a limit to how many coffees I can buy per day? You can only buy one cup of coffee per day from Brewster.
Can I time travel to speed up the process of unlocking rewards? Yes, you can time travel, but remember the game will only register one coffee purchase per day. So, while you can advance the clock, the process of unlocking Brewster’s rewards is still tied to the number of in-game days you interact with him.
Does the quality of coffee I order impact the rewards? No, the type of coffee you order and whether it is hot, cold, or lukewarm has no impact on the rewards. The relationship progression is simply based on purchasing a cup daily.
Can I invite villagers to The Roost? Yes, you can invite villagers to join you at The Roost using Amiibo cards, and they may even remember past experiences if they previously lived on your island.
Can I invite special characters like Isabelle to The Roost? Yes, you can use Amiibo to invite special characters like Isabelle, the Able Sisters, and more.
Can I get a part-time job at The Roost? Yes, after purchasing seven cups of coffee, you will get the opportunity to work at The Roost. You won’t be able to work there if an event is going on in your town.
What does Brewster offer when you work for him? If you meet the requirements of buying enough coffee, Brewster will tell you that you can buy coffee at the counter (its for take out). Then after that, he will give you the dialogue to work for him. Depending on how well you perform, Brewster may give you normal, good, or superb coffee beans. He will also give you unique furniture pieces including Brewstoid Gyroids.
Can I store Gyroids with Brewster? Yes, if you go to the cafe with a gyroid in your pocket, you will be able to store your gyroid and any other additional ones (excluding duplicates) with Brewster.
What happens if I tell Brewster the coffee is too hot? If you tell Brewster that the coffee is too hot for a few days, he will adjust it to be cooler because he knows that’s your preference. This is a small but interesting and rewarding detail.
What is the Brewstoid? The Brewstoid is the final reward from Brewster, a special gyroid that is modeled after him and makes a unique cooing noise.
Can you get Brewster’s picture? No, Brewster is not a resident, so you can’t obtain his picture through increasing friendship like you can with villagers.
Why does Brewster sometimes offer pigeon milk? “Pigeon milk” is a secretion that parent birds feed their babies. When Brewster offers it, it’s a hint that your relationship with him is strong and it hints at parental feelings towards the player.
What can I do with Brewster’s pictures? The item can be placed on the ground, on tables and similar furniture with a surface, or mounted on a wall. Interacting with the photo will give information on Brewster’s birthday, star sign, and favorite saying.
Do villagers like gyroids? Yes, you can give gyroids to your villagers as gifts. You can also place them around your island, where villagers will often interact with them.

Unlocking Brewster’s rewards is a testament to the game’s emphasis on patience and daily routines. By diligently making that daily coffee run, you’ll not only enrich your own gaming experience but will also see the fruits of your labor in the unique items you will receive along the way. Happy brewing and happy playing!