Anonymous Coffee Co. is an independent, family-owned specialty coffee roastery based in South Oxfordshire, primarily serving Reading, Berkshire. They focus on responsible sourcing, small-batch roasting, and community connections while balancing wholesale and retail operations to enhance accessibility to their artisanal coffees.
Easy Jose Coffee, based in the UK, uniquely partners with the Mayni indigenous community in Peru, ensuring improved coffee quality and fair pricing. Their ""crop to cup"" model promotes sustainability, blending high-quality specialty coffee with social responsibility.
Square Mile Coffee Roasters is one of the UK’s most celebrated specialty roasters, co-founded by industry legends James Hoffmann and Anette Moldvaer. With a track record of award-winning coffees and a global reputation for quality, they set the benchmark for sourcing, roasting, and innovation from their East London base.
Workshop Coffee, based in Bethnal Green, London, stands out with its direct trade model and home-compostable coffee capsules. Their meticulous sourcing, quality control through cupping, and innovative subscription service gives them an edge.
Origin Coffee, based in Helston, Cornwall, has been roasting speciality coffee since 2004. Renowned for direct trade and sustainability, it excels in single-origin offerings. Unique initiatives include carbon-neutral roasting and comprehensive coffee education, earning multiple industry accolades.
Caravan Coffee Roasters, based in a repurposed grain store in King’s Cross, London, blends industrial heritage with modern roasting techniques. They prioritise direct sourcing for high-quality, traceable beans while serving as a hub for community and coffee education.
Grain and Grind, based in Inverness, Scotland, operates eight unique cafés while specialising in over twenty roasts. Their community-centric model blends roasting with local café culture, prioritising quality sourcing and a distinctive menu across locations in Glasgow and Inverness.
Steampunk Coffee, based in North Berwick, Scotland, excels in traceable single-origin coffees and sustainability. Founder Catherine Franks, recognised as Scotland's first sustainable food hero, employs innovative waste management strategies. Their café, rated 4.6/5, serves as a community hub, promoting inclusivity.
Green Bean Roasters, based in Northern Ireland and founded in the 1980s by Deirdre Grant, excels in micro-batch sourcing for exclusive coffees. Their solar-powered roastery prioritises sustainability and quality, offering exceptional coffees through their Dreambeans brand and supporting local cafés with training.
Ngopi, founded by Birmingham City University graduates Birama Gladini and Elmira Hamdi, is the UK’s first Indonesian specialty coffee shop, focusing exclusively on Indonesian origins. Their in-house roasting and direct farmer relationships ensure quality, while their cafés blend coffee culture with Indonesian cuisine.
Eleven14 Coffee Roasters, based in Limerick, was founded by former rugby player Keith Earls, who began roasting coffee in his kitchen. Their unique focus on ethical sourcing builds relationships across the supply chain, reflecting Earls' global sports experiences.
Climpson & Sons, a pioneering specialty coffee roaster based in Hackney, London, gained B Corp certification in 2023, showcasing their commitment to sustainability. They focus on direct trade relationships and offer innovative coffee experiences at their unique locations, including Climpson's Arch.
Dark Arts Coffee, based in Homerton, Hackney, London, is renowned for its bold, unconventional roasting methods that enhance the unique flavours of speciality-grade beans. Watch out for their 'edgy' branding and community-focused café create a distinctive experience in East London's coffee scene.
Voyager Coffee, an award-winning roaster in Devon, is unique for its commitment to hand-roasting in small batches and pioneering sustainable packaging. Their focus on ethical sourcing and rigorous quality control has earned them numerous accolades, making them a leader in the UK specialty coffee market.
Redemption Roasters, based in Aylesbury, Hertfordshire, uniquely combines specialty coffee with social purpose, providing training for young offenders. Their innovative approach, praised by the *Financial Times*, promotes rehabilitation while delivering exceptional quality coffee sourced ethically and sustainably.
Ritual Coffee, based just outside Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, is a speciality roastery known for its zero-landfill subscription service. They focus on sustainability and offer training for cafes, while striving to eliminate bad coffee through expert roasting and education.
Elsewhere Coffee Roasters, based in Deptford, London, uniquely emphasises ethical sourcing and community impact. Their vibrant 'Juicebox' blend and signature 'Sleighdreamer' reflect a commitment to quality, while their public-facing roastery showcases both traditional expertise and contemporary sustainable practices.
York Coffee Emporium, based in York, is a boutique roastery known for its small-batch roasting and expert consultancy services. Their unique focus on coffee education sets them apart, making them a trusted partner for hospitality businesses in Yorkshire’s specialty coffee scene.
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