Coffee by Tate
Roasted inside Tate Britain — every cup funds world-class art and champions gender equality.
London, UK
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Coffee by Tate
Roasted in a WWII Nissen Hut within the grounds of Tate Britain, Coffee by Tate is a non-profit specialty roastery where all profits fund the gallery. Their Gender Equality Coffee Project champions female and male producers equally, sourcing 50/50 between genders.
The Roastery at Tate is one of the most unique specialty coffee spaces in the world — a WWII Nissen Hut nestled within the historic grounds of Tate Britain. Established in 2011, led by Benjamin Presland, it's a vibrant community-led non-profit business where all profits are donated directly to Tate Gallery.
At its heart is the Gender Equality Coffee Project (GEP) — a procurement model ensuring every kilo of coffee is sourced equally between female and male producers. Working with import partners Falcon Specialty, Caravela and SMC, they travel to producing countries during harvest, returning to the same producers each year. The project also supports the World Coffee Research Institute and Partnership for Gender Equity.
Alongside their own production, the roastery hosts a Slot Roasting Collective — leasing their Probat roaster and expertise to enthusiasts and professionals, offering accessible, affordable roasting solutions. Their range spans espresso and filter coffees from across Latin America, each reflecting the seasonality, diversity and quality of the communities they work with.
Social impact
Coffee by Tate prove that a cup of coffee can fund world-class art, champion gender equality and support coffee communities — all from a Nissen Hut at Tate Britain.
Gender Equality Project
Every kilo sourced 50/50 between female and male producers — championing gender equality throughout the coffee value chain.
Non-Profit Gallery Funding
All profits from the roastery go directly to Tate Gallery, supporting one of the world's most important collections of modern and contemporary art.
Slot Roasting Collective
Hosting a collective of slot roasters, offering accessible roasting space, training and expertise for professionals and enthusiasts alike.