BRITA Professional has teamed up with an expert panel of judges to uncover the most innovative and groundbreaking coffee shops in the UK. These are the places that truly inspire creativity and act as hubs for their local communities – spaces that deserve to be celebrated. Ten exceptional UK based coffee shops will earn the coveted title of “Grounds of Innovation” 2025 winners, along with an exclusive first place prize worth £1,000 ✨
INTRODUCING The 2024 First Place Winners, Mother Espresso
"Winning this competition is absolutely amazing! Being recognised for our work, especially by a panel of industry experts, makes this victory even more special. Our goal has always been to create a welcoming community friendly space that offers a unique and creative experience.”
What's up for grabs
The top ten winners will receive a BRITA Grounds of Innovation plaque. The top three will receive a BRITA PURITY C filter, smart PURITY C iQ head and installation. Whilst the coffee shop in first place will win the below prize worth over £1,000 ✨
A bespoke event including a latte art class from award-winning Barista Benji – a master barista and water sensory session with a BRITA water sommelier
We're a boutique roastery and coffee shop in a relatively sleepy village in leafy Kent, trying to bring London quality coffee to the sticks and we were just so surprised and humbled to have been recognised by such a well respected brand, out of the blue.
Meet this year's judges
We've teamed up with an incredible panel of judges to determine the most innovative coffee shops across the UK:
Christopher Hopkin, Head of Engineering at Alchemy Coffee
Batch Baby, London based coffee shop and 2024 top 10 winner
Carnival Coffee, London based coffee shop and 2024 top 10 winner
Viv's Coffee, London based coffee shop and 2024 top 10 winner
Paul Whitehead, BRITA Business Account Manager and Latte Art Champion
Emma Field, BRITA Account Manager and Coffee Specialist
Our panel of professional judges will rank each coffee shop on its creative flair – from quirky menus to a meaningful mission – and the enticing atmosphere they create.
Hear from some 2024 winners
Martin, Co-owner of Ola Coffee
"We're absolutely thrilled to receive the 'Grounds of Innovation' award from BRITA. It's a huge honor to be recognised for our commitment to creativity and sustainability. Thank you BRITA for this incredible award we are over the moon!"
Viv, Owner of Viv's Coffee
"I love the campaign because it celebrates the passion and love of the independents."
Marcus Roe, Director of Cabinet Rooms
"We were absolutely thrilled for our work to have been recognised by BRITA and a panel of judges as one of the ten 'Grounds of Innovation' award winners. We do more than just sell coffee and building a 'community' is just as important to us."
