NEXT LEVEL COFFEE
We’re devoted to the science, sustainability and surprise that amazing coffee brings. We make coffee that gathers people together whether to kick start the day or over a meeting with colleagues to keep the discussions flowing.
We source our coffee direct from farmers who are committed to sustainable agricultural practices and the rights of workers. Not only that, our Gather & Gather coffee is Fairtrade accredited, meaning the smallholder farmers that grow it are paid fairly and own their farms. In return we receive specialty grade 100% Arabica coffee which is roasted in East London to our own unique profile.
Our love affair with the perfect coffee doesn’t end here. We train our people in our own Barista Academy and our Brew Club showcases small independent roasters from all over the UK.
BARISTA ACADEMY
So much of what makes a great coffee is down to the skills of the barista. That’s why we have our very own Barista Academy. Our team learn all the intricacies of delivering the very best cup to customers in our 12 week programme, and then they’re awarded a Speciality Coffee Association (SCA) intermediate certificate in Barista Skills.
THE ULTIMATE
BARISTA CHAMPION!
That’s the goal from our very own Barista of the Year competition!
A multi-disciplinary coffee competition where baristas are challenged to
showcase a range of skills, with a big focus on customer service. We ask baristas to showcase their latte art, workflow, sensory skills, and creativity alongside exceptional coffee crafting skills.
Brilliant Basics is for those with less than 2 years’ experience and focuses on key day to day skills, basic latte art and a signature drink.
There are big prizes to be won and winners to be crowned, but most importantly this is about celebrating our baristas alongside our coffee – and ultimately bringing our amazing coffee teams together to learn from one another.
WELL GROUNDED
We partner with Well Grounded – the award winning London based Speciality Coffee Training Academy and social enterprise. We work with Well Grounded to deliver Specialty Coffee Training for adults facing barriers to employment. We empower people with the skills, training, mentorship and qualifications they need to access work in the coffee industry.
Every graduate is guaranteed a job at the end of their training and we’re proud to have several Well Grounded Graduates within our Gather & Gather family – our coffee leaders of the future.
OUR CONNECTION WITH UNION COFFEE
We’ve partnered with Union Coffee for many years and that relationship has been on of the cornerstones of our journey. Our bespoke blend is a fusion of the finest beans from South America, sourced direct from smallholder farmers and roasted in small batches in Union’s East London roastery. It delivers a deliciously sweet espresso sourced ethically with a fully transparent supply chain.