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5 sustainable cafés to enjoy a good coffee in London

Lewis O'Brien

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London boasts a variety of sustainable cafés where coffee lovers can indulge in a quality brew while supporting eco-friendly practices. Here are five standout spots blending great coffee with sustainability.

 

1. Kiss The Hippo 


Kiss The Hippo, with locations across London, is known for its farm-to-table coffee. The café roasts its beans on-site, ensuring each cup is fresh and sustainably produced. As a carbon-negative business, it offsets emissions through environmental initiatives and supports reforestation via a partnership with On A Mission. Coffee drinkers can enjoy their brew while contributing to global environmental efforts.

 

2. Daylesford Brompton Cross

 
Daylesford is committed to sustainability, ensuring its coffee is ethically sourced and served with eco-conscious practices. The café has a zero-waste policy, using recyclable and compostable materials and encouraging customers to bring their own reusable cups. Daylesford’s commitment to organic farming practices ensures each cup supports environmental and social responsibility.

 

3. Cojean

 

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Cojean, a Parisian-style café, was the first fast-food eatery in Europe to achieve B Corp status. It sources coffee beans from farms using organic or sustainable methods. The café focuses on reducing waste with recyclable and FSC-certified packaging, and its cups and straws are made from eco-friendly materials. A perfect spot for sustainably sourced coffee.

 

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4. Dauns Scandinavian

  
Dauns Scandinavian brings freshly roasted coffee from La Tostadora with a focus on sustainability. It serves ethically sourced, plant-based coffee from Colombia and Ecuador. The café and restaurant provides an eco-friendly coffee experience, alongside Scandinavian plant-based dishes and local delights.

 

5. Fair Shot  


Fair Shot is a social enterprise café that provides work experience to young adults with learning disabilities and autism. It uses ethically sourced coffee beans and eco-friendly packaging, promoting a zero-waste approach. By visiting, coffee drinkers support a meaningful cause while contributing to sustainable practices.

 

These cafés are ideal for enjoying a quality coffee while supporting sustainability in London.