Burundi, Ninga Honey
Expect Acacia Honey, Black Tea, and Raspberry from this anaerobic honey.
Kayanza Province, BI · Anaerobic Honey
Roaster
Coverage is below 50%. Most of this roaster’s lots are scored off roaster-level signals (Reddit + YouTube) without per-lot SCA grades, Coffee Review entries, or published buyer reviews. With limited signal, scores are also pulled toward a neutral 50 baseline by the Cherry’s Index methodology, so lots can read flatter than the actual cup quality differences between them. The avg Cherry’s Index reflects general reputation more than per-lot quality.
Roaster signals
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Per-lot signals (averaged)
Vary across lots; averaged over 18 in-stock lots.
Bonuses earned (per lot)
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Community reputation · Reddit
Well-regarded· sentiment 75/100
Kiss the Hippo is recognized in the UK specialty coffee scene as a notable roaster, appearing in discussions alongside other prominent London names like Square Mile. They offer adventurous and high-end selections, including rare and exotic origins such as Yemeni and Eugenioides coffees. Community members highlight unique tasting experiences from these specialty offerings, reflecting a brand willing to explore the boundaries of rare coffee varieties.
On YouTube
3 videos · 11k combined views
Reviewers describe Kiss the Hippo Coffee as an award-winning roaster with a strong reputation for quality. Outside coverage emphasizes their sleek and modern cafe spaces, such as their bright Richmond location. Behind the scenes, features highlight their meticulous approach to production, utilizing software-guided roasting profiles and nitrogen-flushing packaging to ensure consistency.
Flagship cafe
Kiss the Hippo Richmond
21 Sheen Road, London, London
Open in maps →The roaster lists 11 cafe locations in London; Richmond is often cited as their original/flagship location.
The catalog
Expect Acacia Honey, Black Tea, and Raspberry from this anaerobic honey.
Kayanza Province, BI · Anaerobic Honey
Natural lot with Blackberry, White Sugar, and Orange in the cup.
Cajamarca, PE · Natural
Expect Blackcurrant, Green Apple, and Caramel from this washed.
Kiambu County, KE · Washed
Anaerobic Natural lot with Black Cherry, Melon, and Cacao in the cup.
Huila, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Candied Peel, Apricot, and Brown Sugar on a washed build.
Cajamarca, PE · Washed
Expect Melon, Blackberry, and Gummy Bears from this natural.
Kayanza, BI · Natural
Natural lot with Blackcurrant, Almond, and Milk Chocolate in the cup.
Minas Gerais & Kayanza, BR · Natural
Strawberry, Orange, and Rose on a carbonic maceration build.
Quindio, CO · Carbonic Maceration
Anaerobic Honey lot with Chamomile, Chestnut, and Honey in the cup.
Equatoria, SS · Anaerobic Honey
Washed lot with Dark Chocolate, Toffee, and Brazil Nut in the cup.
PE · Washed
Expect Peach, Citrus, and Brown Sugar from this anaerobic washed.
CO · Anaerobic Washed
Not much signal yet; the detail page has what we know.
Not much signal yet; the detail page has what we know.
Taste data is still sparse; open the detail page before judging this lot.
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Taste data is still sparse; open the detail page before judging this lot.
Taste data is still sparse; open the detail page before judging this lot.
Not much signal yet; the detail page has what we know.
Not much signal yet; the detail page has what we know.
Not much signal yet; the detail page has what we know.
Not much signal yet; the detail page has what we know.
Anaerobic Natural lot with Blackcurrant, Blood Orange, and Fig in the cup.
Quindio, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Expect Peach, Tamarind, and Honey from this experimental.
Quindio, CO · Experimental
Strawberry, Elderflower, and Candied Lemon on a anaerobic natural build.
Quindio, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Blackcurrant, Panela, and Black Tea on a washed build.
Huila, CO · Washed
Fresh Fig, Blackberry, and Floral on a natural build.
Chiriqui, PA · Natural
Expect Gooseberry, Red Plum, and Brown Sugar from this washed.
Kirinyaga County, KE · Washed
Black Honey lot with Cranberry, Blood Orange, and Black Tea in the cup.
Marcala, HN · Black Honey
Mango, Strawberry, and Plum on a anaerobic natural build.
Guajiquiro, HN · Anaerobic Natural
Sea Buckthorn, Orange Wine, and Persimmon on a anaerobic natural build.
Quindio, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Expect Fermented Plum, Caramel, and Shortbread from this natural.
Quindio, CO · Natural
Expect Raspberry, Lime, and Toffee from this anaerobic washed.
Narino, CO · Anaerobic Washed
Blackcurrant, Toffee, and Vanilla on a anaerobic washed build.
Huila, CO · Anaerobic Washed
Natural lot with Chocolate, Hazelnut, and Orange in the cup.
Minas Gerais, BR · Natural
Pomelo, Jasmine, and Pineapple Cubes on a washed build.
Cajamarca, PE · Washed
Strawberry, Caramelised Peach, and Grape on a natural build.
Huila, CO · Natural
Washed lot with Red Cherry, Pineapple, and Assam Tea in the cup.
Loja, EC · Washed
Floral, Raspberry, and Panela on a anaerobic washed build.
Narino, CO · Anaerobic Washed
Natural lot with Yellow Plum, Nectarine, and Almond in the cup.
BR · Natural
Expect Blackcurrant, Citrus Blossom, and Panela from this anaerobic washed.
Huila,, CO · Anaerobic Washed
Anaerobic Natural lot with Muscovado, Fig, and Blackcurrant Jam in the cup.
San Jose, CR · Anaerobic Natural
Expect Blackcurrant, Apple Tart, and Chocolate from this washed.
Jaén, PE · Washed
Anaerobic Natural lot with Raspberry, Nectarine, and Jasmine in the cup.
Quindio, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Natural lot with Milk Chocolate, Caramel, and Toasted Almond in the cup.
Matas de Minas, BR · Natural
Washed lot with Milk Chocolate, Sultana, and Caramel in the cup.
La Paz, HN · Washed
Expect Papaya, Jalapeño, and Blackcurrant from this anaerobic natural.
Huila, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Fermented Plum, Raisin, and Shortbread on a carbonic maceration build.
Quindio, CO · Carbonic Maceration
Washed lot with Star Fruit, Cashew, and Brown Sugar in the cup.
Marcala, La Paz, HN · Washed
Expect Yellow Plum, Hazelnut, and Milk Chocolate from this washed.
Minas Gerais, Cabo Verde, BR · Washed
Expect Strawberry, Raspberry, and Cookie Dough from this natural.
Turrialba, CR · Natural
Red Honey lot with Blackcurrant, Red Apple, and Biscuit in the cup.
Turrialba, Cartago, CR · Red Honey
Natural lot with Creamy Peach, Lemon, and Floral in the cup.
Colasay, PE · Natural
Chocolate, Caramel, and Dried Fruit on a washed build.
Cartago, CR · Washed
Anaerobic Natural lot with Watermelon, White Sugar, and Jasmine in the cup.
Quindio, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Green Mango, Lemongrass, and Blueberry on a anaerobic washed build.
Huila, CO · Anaerobic Washed
Anaerobic Natural lot with Green Apple, Tamarind, and Juniper in the cup.
Quindio, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Expect Kombucha, Cacao Nibs, and Red Liquorice from this anaerobic natural.
Quindio, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Anaerobic Natural lot with Strawberry, Nutty, and Raisin in the cup.
Kamembe, RW · Anaerobic Natural
Expect Blackberry, Caramel, and Banana from this anaerobic natural.
Huila, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Caramel, Sweet Chocolate, and Blueberry on a red honey build.
Turrialba, Cartago, CR · Red Honey
Expect Strawberry, Green Apple, and White Sugar from this anaerobic natural.
Guajiquiro, HN · Anaerobic Natural
Washed lot with Jasmine, Red Grape, and Peach in the cup.
Huila, CO · Washed
Anaerobic Washed lot with Mango, Passionfruit, and Jasmine in the cup.
Copey, Dota, CR · Anaerobic Washed
Expect Mandarin, Black Tea, and Milk Chocolate from this washed.
La Paz, HN · Washed
Expect Raspberry, White Grape, and Floral from this extended washed.
Quindío, CO · Extended Washed
Expect Hibiscus, Strawberry, and Rose Hip from this honey.
Cauca,, CO · Honey
Expect Lemon, Victoria Plum, and Elderflower from this washed.
Pichincha, EC · Washed
Anaerobic Washed lot with Grapefruit, Lime, and Floral in the cup.
Quindio, CO · Anaerobic Washed
Apple Pie, Hibiscus, and Lemon Sherbet on a washed build.
Imbabura, Loja, EC · Washed
Blueberry, Strawberry, and Hazelnut on a natural build.
Huehuetenango, GT · Natural
Black Cherry, Cacao, and Walnut on a anaerobic natural build.
São Paulo, BR · Anaerobic Natural
Anaerobic Natural lot with Papaya, Raspberry, and Milk Chocolate in the cup.
Minas Gerais, BR · Anaerobic Natural
Expect Papaya, Apricot, and Orange from this experimental.
Quindio, CO · Experimental
Anaerobic Natural lot with Agave, Cacao Nib, and Plum in the cup.
Quindio, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Washed lot with Red Apple, Redcurrant, and Caramel in the cup.
Cajamarca, PE · Washed
Natural lot with Green Tea, Orange, and Jasmine in the cup.
Jinotega, NI · Natural
Redcurrant, Rhubarb, and Brown Sugar on a washed build.
Kirinyaga County, KE · Washed
Expect Melon, Raspberry, and Jasmine from this anaerobic natural.
Kamembe, RW · Anaerobic Natural
Marshmallow, Papaya, and Guava on a anaerobic natural build.
Valle del Cauca, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Gooseberry, Green Apple, and Blackcurrant on a washed build.
Kiambu County, KE · Washed
Washed lot with Blackberry, Orange, and Rosehip in the cup.
Kiambu County, KE · Washed
Expect Tepache, Tamarind, and Cranberry from this anaerobic natural.
Quindio, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Expect Membrillo, Lime, and Floral from this washed.
Cauca, CO · Washed
Chocolate, Brown Sugar, and Peach on a white honey build.
Nuevo Oriente, GT · White Honey
Natural lot with Mango, Melon, and Jammy in the cup.
Chiriqui, PA · Natural
Chocolate, Dried Mango, and Almond on a natural build.
Divinolandia, BR · Natural
Natural lot with Red Currant, Raisin, and Milk Chocolate in the cup.
BR · Natural
Raspberry, Lime, and Jam on a carbonic maceration build.
Quindio, CO · Carbonic Maceration
Expect Brown Sugar, Blackcurrant, and Almond from this washed.
Atitlan, GT · Washed
Natural lot with Bergamot, Lime, and Black Tea in the cup.
Yirgacheffe, ET · Natural
Anaerobic Natural lot with Mango, Fermented Pineapple, and Floral in the cup.
Huila, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Strawberry, Caramel, and Rooibos on a anaerobic washed / process details build.
Armenia, CO · Anaerobic Washed / Process Details
Washed lot with Stewed Plum, Herbaceous, and Apricot in the cup.
Cauca, CO · Washed
Expect Melon, Pecan, and Caramel from this natural.
Rwenzori Mountains, UG · Natural
Expect Red Grape, Red Apple, and Strawberry Wafer from this natural.
Yunnan, CN · Natural
Anaerobic Washed lot with Raspberry, Redcurrant, and Floral in the cup.
Huila,, CO · Anaerobic Washed
Expect Lemon Sherbet, White Grape, and Oolong Tea from this anaerobic washed.
Antigua, GT · Anaerobic Washed
Expect Plum, Blackcurrant, and Violets from this anaerobic natural.
Tolima, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Expect Red Apple, Dark Chocolate, and Caramel from this washed.
Tolima, CO · Washed
Redcurrant, Caramel, and Toasted Nuts on a honey carbonic maceration build.
Shan State, MM · Honey Carbonic Maceration
Raspberry, Red Apple, and Caramelised Nuts on a anaerobic honey build.
Narino, CO · Anaerobic Honey
Washed lot with Green Apple, Caramel, and Hazelnut in the cup.
Cajamarca, PE · Washed
Anaerobic Washed lot with Cinnamon, Strawberry, and Milk Chocolate in the cup.
HN · Anaerobic Washed
Expect Black Currant, Apple, and Milk Chocolate from this washed.
San Jose de Lourdes, PE · Washed
Expect Milk Chocolate, Orange, and Yellow Plum from this washed.
Cajamarca, PE · Washed
Cupping notes point toward Blackberry, Orange, and Rosehip.
Expect Honeysuckle, Passionfruit, and Lemon from this anaerobic washed.
Loja, EC · Anaerobic Washed
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