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SUSTAINABILITY

UK’s first carbon-negative roastery. Ethically sourced coffee, compostable pods, and support for clean water and biodiversity. Sustainability from farm to cup.

Are your coffee bags recyclable?

Yes! Our coffee bags are recyclable through soft plastics collection. You’ll find a small number “4” under the bag, which stands for LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) — this means the bag can be recycled at specialist soft plastics collection points, l

How is Kiss the Hippo carbon-negative?

We were the UK’s first carbon-negative coffee roastery. We offset emissions from farm to cup, including packaging, deliveries, and operations. We achieve this by reducing emissions at every step — from roasting on our Loring Smart Roaster to using el

Do you support any environmental or social causes/initiatives?

Yes, we do! Through our Kiss the Hippo Cares programme, we’re committed to making coffee a force for good — for people and the planet. Our key initiatives include:. You can read more about these initiatives and our full sustainability efforts on our

How do you source beans ethically?

We follow a transparent, quality-driven sourcing model that prioritises long-term relationships, fair pricing, and sustainability. We pay well above Fair Trade prices, often double, and work with trusted producers who share our values. Our team visit