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Kiss the Hippo Coffee

kissthehippo.comSpeciality Coffee Brands, United Kingdom

Measured 25 Oct 2026, published 26 Oct 2026.

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Visibility this week

2.3%No change shown: First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.

Named in 10 of 435 eligible answers.

17th of 30new

First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.

Named in 10 eligible answers this week

Change over time

One point per published scan, one scan a week. The dashed line is the mean visibility of every company measured in the industry in that scan.

Kiss the Hippo CoffeeCategory average

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Measured	Kiss the Hippo Coffee	Category average	Rank
25 Oct 2026	2.3%	4.2%	17th

What the results show

The scan of 25 Oct 2026, read plainly. Every figure here appears elsewhere on this page; nothing is estimated.

Kiss the Hippo Coffee was named in 10 of 435 eligible AI answers to 151 speciality coffee brands questions in the scan of 25 Oct 2026: a visibility of 2.3%. It ranks 17th of 30 companies measured. This is its first published reading, so there is no change to show yet. The category average is 4.2%, so Kiss the Hippo Coffee sits 1.9 pp below it.

By engine, Kiss the Hippo Coffee is strongest on Google AI Overviews (3.8%, named in 5 of 133 answers) and weakest on ChatGPT (1.3%). It is above the category average on 0 of 3 engines.

It appears in answers to 8 of 151 questions. Where it is absent, other measured companies are named instead, most often Origin Coffee.

By engine

Each engine was asked the same questions. The company against the category average on each engine, on one scale.

ChatGPT
Named in 2 of 151 answers · most visible: Origin Coffee, 18.5%
Kiss the Hippo Coffee: 1.3%
Category average: 4.1%

The questions

Which of the 151 questions the engines named Kiss the Hippo Coffee for, and which they answered with other companies instead.

Where Kiss the Hippo Coffee is named

Named in answers to 8 of 151 questions this week. Most often:

What UK speciality coffee brands make pods, and which pod formats do they offer?
Products and formatsNamed in 2 of 3 answers · 2 of 3 engines
Please shortlist UK speciality coffee subscriptions where I can choose whole beans or ground coffee and change how often each order arrives.
Subscriptions and repeat buyingNamed in 2 of 3 answers · 2 of 3 engines

Recorded answers

A sample of the answers collected in this scan, with the engine, the capture time, who was named and what was cited.

Showing 10 of 10 recorded answers in this sample.

ChatGPTCaptured 25 Oct 2026, 21:46 UTC
“Which UK speciality roasters should I compare for decaf, and how do their available coffees differ in flavour and roast profile?”
… traditional espresso or a lighter, fruitier coffee with more acidity and origin character\. I’d start with six roasters: Square Mile, Origin, Assembly, Kiss the Hippo, Climpson & Sons, and Colonna Coffee\. They give you a useful spread of flavour profiles, brewing styles and price points. Other good comparisons include Rounton, Rave and Workshop Coffee. [decaffeinate.co.uk](https://decaffeinate.co.uk/brands/specialty/ ## The shortlist ## 1\. Square Mile Coffee Roasters London · Premium benchmark Flavour\:** Caramel, chocolate and, depending on the coffee, citrus or apple. …
Kiss the Hippo Coffee namedDecaf and specific coffee needs
Also named: Origin Coffee, Square Mile Coffee Roasters, Assembly Coffee, Colonna Coffee, Workshop Coffee, Climpson & Sons, RAVE Coffee
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 25 Oct 2026, 21:46 UTC
“Can you name several UK-available speciality coffee brands that make their sourcing traceable from farm or cooperative to cup and show how producers benefit?”
… ### 2. Kiss the Hippo - Traceability Model: A London-based carbon-negative roaster operating on a direct-trade model. They visit origins every 12 months and list named producers, farms, processing styles, and harvest dates on each offering.[[1]](https://kissthehippo.com/blogs/news/our-sourcing-ethos)[[2]](https://rwrdapp.com/an-insight-into-kiss-the-hippo/)[[3]](https://kissthehippo.com/pages/kiss-the-hippo-cares)[[4]](https://kissthehippo.com/pages/our-coffee) - Producer Benefits: - Fair Equity & Inflation Protection: Pays producers double Fairtrade prices and adjusts rates …
Kiss the Hippo Coffee namedEthics and environmental impact
Also named: Volcano Coffee Works, Square Mile Coffee Roasters
Google AI ModeCaptured 25 Oct 2026, 21:50 UTC
“Please shortlist UK speciality coffee subscriptions where I can choose whole beans or ground coffee and change how often each order arrives.”
… for offering exceptional roast-fresh speciality coffee at an accessible price point, with a massive range of rotating seasonal origins and blends. 4. Kiss the Hippo - Grind options: Whole bean or ground to suit your preferred brew gear. - Frequency: Tailor the delivery cadence precisely to how fast you consume your coffee [0-30 days flexibility] [4]. - The Vibe: A carbon-negative, B Corp certified London roastery providing top-tier organic speciality single-origins and smooth signature blends [4].
Kiss the Hippo Coffee namedSubscriptions and repeat buying
Also named: Pact Coffee, Union Coffee, RAVE Coffee
- google.com
ChatGPTCaptured 25 Oct 2026, 21:50 UTC
“Can I buy ready-to-drink coffee from my favourite speciality coffee brand in multipacks, as well as its bags of beans?”
… coffee. Worth checking if you prefer a more traditional speciality-coffee brand. Shop Assembly Coffee Source: --- Kiss the Hippo Another speciality roaster to investigate for organic cold brew cans alongside its roasted coffee range. Shop Kiss the Hippo Source: These are examples of brands selling both formats; exact multipack sizes and current stock can change. Which speciality coffee brand is your favourite? Tell me its name, and I can check whether it sells its ready-to-drink coffee in multipacks as well as its bags …
Kiss the Hippo Coffee namedProducts and formats
Also named: Grind, Assembly Coffee
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 25 Oct 2026, 21:50 UTC
“Which speciality coffee brands supply hotels and restaurants in the UK, and what coffee options and support do they provide for hospitality teams?”
Several prominent specialty coffee roasters supply hotels, restaurants, and hospitality groups across the UK:[[1]](https://kissthehippo.com/pages/become-a-partner)[[2]](https://rancliffecoffeehouse.co.uk/pages/trade-supply - Kiss the Hippo Coffee : Supplies high-profile UK hotels and fine dining venues (such as Selfridges, One Aldwych, InterContinental Park Lane, The Mandrake, and the Four Seasons). - Caravan Coffee Roasters : Supplies luxury and specialty properties including [The …
Kiss the Hippo Coffee namedTrade and wholesale supply
Also named: Origin Coffee, Caravan Coffee Roasters, The Coffee Twins, Ozone Coffee
Google AI ModeCaptured 25 Oct 2026, 21:50 UTC
“What UK speciality coffee brands make pods, and which pod formats do they offer?”
… They are compatible with standard Nespresso Original machines as well as Grind’s own proprietary pod machine.[[1]](https://www.google.com/search - Kiss the Hippo provides award-winning organic speciality blends in Kiss the Hippo Coffee Pods that are 100% plastic-free, home-compostable, and carbon-negative. They are engineered for Nespresso Original machines. - Pact Coffee features speciality-grade single-origins and dark roasts via Pact Coffee Pods packaged in lightweight, kerbside-recyclable aluminium pods designed for Nespresso Original machines. - Blue Goose Coffee supplies …
Kiss the Hippo Coffee namedProducts and formats
Also named: Grind, Pact Coffee
- google.com
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 25 Oct 2026, 21:50 UTC
“What UK speciality coffee brands make pods, and which pod formats do they offer?”
… of high-scoring single-origins, rare lots (including Gesha), and decaf options.[[1]](https://batchcoffee.co.uk/stories/best-nespresso-pods-capsules/) - Kiss the Hippo Coffee - Formats: Nespresso Original compatible pods (100% bio-based, home-compostable). - Offerings: House and classic blends, single-origins, and organic decaf.[[1]](https://kissthehippo.com/pages/coffee-subscriptions) - Volcano Coffee Works - Formats: Nespresso Original compatible pods (home-compostable). - Offerings: Signature dark-roast blends like Mount …
Kiss the Hippo Coffee namedProducts and formats
Also named: Origin Coffee, Batch Coffee Club, Colonna Coffee, Volcano Coffee Works, Assembly Coffee, Horsham Coffee Roaster, Balance Coffee
ChatGPTCaptured 25 Oct 2026, 21:46 UTC
“What does “speciality coffee” actually mean, and how is it different from ordinary coffee?”
Speciality coffee is coffee selected for its distinctive quality, flavour and character, rather than simply being produced in large quantities at a consistent price. It’s not just a fancy name for expensive coffee: it reflects the quality of the beans and the care taken to grow, process, roast and brew them. The Specialty Coffee Association \(SCA), the main industry body for coffee standards, now defines speciality coffee more broadly, taking into account both its sensory qualities and factors such as where it comes from and how it is produced. …
Kiss the Hippo Coffee not namedSpeciality coffee basics and quality
Also named: Origin Coffee
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 25 Oct 2026, 21:46 UTC
“When comparing two speciality coffee brands, how can I assess which is more transparent about who grades its coffee and when?”
To assess which specialty coffee brand is more transparent about who grades its coffee and when , you need to inspect their supply chain documentation, labeling practices, and direct disclosures. ### 1. Assessing "Who" Grades the Coffee - Licensed Q-Graders vs. Anonymous Importers: Transparent brands explicitly name the certified Licensed Q-Grader (certified by the Specialty Coffee Association or Coffee Quality Institute) or the third-party lab/exporter who performed the evaluation. Less transparent brands use vague phrasing …
Kiss the Hippo Coffee not namedSpeciality coffee basics and quality
Also named: Ozone Coffee
Google AI ModeCaptured 25 Oct 2026, 21:46 UTC
“Are certifications enough to trust my favourite coffee brand’s ethical and environmental claims, or should I check for other evidence about its supply chain?”
Certifications are a valuable starting point, but according to industry analysts and ethical trade advocates, they are not completely sufficient on their own to guarantee a fully ethical and sustainable supply chain . While labels like Fairtrade, Organic, or Rainforest Alliance provide independent verification, they come with structural …
Kiss the Hippo Coffee not namedEthics and environmental impact
Also named: Amici Coffee

Passages are the part of each answer around the mention, or the opening where the company is absent. Times are when the answer was collected.

Sources and citations

Where the answers that named the company pointed. A citation is a link the engine showed; it is not an endorsement.

5 of the 10 answers naming Kiss the Hippo Coffee linked to its own website (50%). A citation is a link in the answer; it is recorded where the engine showed one.

kissthehippo.comown site5
google.com4
origincoffee.co.uk

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Measured against the same questions

The most visible companies in the industry and the companies either side of this one, this week.

Against the 29 other companies measured, Kiss the Hippo Coffee ranks 17th. Origin Coffee is the most visible at 17.9%, 15.6 pp ahead. Extract Coffee Roasters (2.5%) sits just above it.

Competitors measured against the same questions, with Kiss the Hippo Coffee in position
#	Company	Visibility	Change
1	Origin Coffee	17.9%, 78 of 435 eligible answers	No change shown: First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.
2	Pact Coffee

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