BRITA have crowned the ten most innovative and creative, independent coffee shops in the UK, for the third-year running.
We're celebrating UK Based Independent Coffee Shops
BRITA Professional and a panel of coffee experts searched for the most inspiring, creative, and unique cafés. Judging on design, sustainability, creativity, and coffee, they selected the top ten ‘Grounds of Innovation’ 2025 winners, with one shop taking the exclusive £1,000 first-place prize ✨
INTRODUCING The 2025 First Place Winners, Ritual Coffee Roasters
Ritual Coffee Roasters is a specialty roastery and brew bar renowned for ethically sourced, small-batch beans and sustainability. They serve expertly brewed espresso, pour-over, and cold brew, alongside an all-day brunch menu and a zero-landfill coffee subscription. The café also hosts community events, creating a vibrant space for coffee enthusiasts.
Courtney, Ritual Coffee Roasters Owner
Winning the Grounds of Innovation Award recognises our team’s creativity and dedication. For us, innovation in coffee isn’t just about new brewing methods – it’s about creating memorable experiences that bring people together and build a welcoming community.
BRITA x Ritual Coffee Roasters
BRITA Professional hosted an exclusive event at Ritual Coffee Roasters, featuring a latte art masterclass with 2025 Latte Art Champion, Ben Lewis, and a water sensory session led by a BRITA water sommelier.
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2025 TOP TEN WINNERS: The ten most creative, innovative and community focused coffee shops in the UK
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
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."
