BRITA are crowning the ten most innovative and creative, independent coffee shops in the UK, for the fourth-year running. Could you be our next winner?
We're celebrating UK Based Independent Coffee Shops
BRITA Professional and a panel of coffee experts are searching for the most inspiring, creative, and unique cafés. Judging on design, sustainability, creativity, and coffee, they will select the top ten ‘Grounds of Innovation’ 2026 winners, with one shop taking the exclusive £1,000 first-place prize ✨
Meet your 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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What's up for grabs in 2026
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
National press and social coverage
BRITA PURITY C iQ filter and smart head, including installation
A BRITA bundle including; a glass jug, year's supply of cartridges and filtered water bottles for your team
2025 TOP TEN WINNERS: The ten most creative, innovative and community focused coffee shops in the UK
