Across 8 recorded scans from 21 August 2026 to 4 October 2026, Climpson & Sons's single-scan score moved from 2.2% to 2.9%, up 0.7 percentage points. Latest recorded scan 2.9% on 4 October 2026; combined-window score 2.1%.
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Individual recorded scans. Each row is one scan on one date. The published combined-window score is 2.1% over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026, measured across every answer in that window — a different sample from any single row below.
Scan date
Single-scan score
21 August 2026
2.2%
24 August 2026
1.8%
30 August 2026
2.0%
6 September 2026
2.0%
13 September 2026
1.8%
20 September 2026
2.0%
27 September 2026
2.4%
4 October 2026
2.9%
Latest scan = one scan. Overall visibility = all answers in the published window.
Visibility across AI platforms
Share of answers naming this brand
ChatGPT
3.0%
Perplexity
2.3%
AI Overviews
1.1%
21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)
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It appears in 3.0% of collected ChatGPT answers and 1.1% of Google AI Overviews answers: a difference of 1.9 percentage points within the published window. This describes where mentions occur; it does not establish why the platforms differ.
Named across 21 of 150 questions.
Climpson & Sons appears in at least one collected answer to 14.0% of the tracked questions. That is question coverage; the 2.1% visibility score measures its share of individual answers.
Across 8 published scans, visibility ranged from 1.8% to 2.9%. The latest scan was 2.9% on 4 October 2026. Individual scan scores and the published-window score describe different samples.
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Recorded AI questions and answers
Recorded examples from the scan. Each card pairs a shopper’s prompt with an excerpt from the AI response.
Google AI Overviews
The question asked
Coffee roasters that pay farmers fairly UK
From the recorded answer
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Recorded answer text · Google AI Overviews · 4 October 2026
Several UK coffee roasters prioritize fair compensation, transparent supply chains, and direct trade relationships that pay farmers well above conventional market rates.
### Top Ethical and Fair-Pay UK Coffee Roasters
- Cafédirect
- Fair-pay model: As the UK's first and largest Fairtrade hot drinks brand, they pay standard Fairtrade minimums and social premiums while investing 50% of their profits back into grower communities via the charity Producers Direct. Producers also own a majority share of the company.
- Sourcing: Cooperatives across East Africa, Latin America, and Peru.
- Horsham Coffee Roaster
- Fair-pay model: Employs a direct-trade model with high supply chain transparency (targeting over 70%), using fixed pricing based on actual production costs to shield farmers from global market volatility.
- Sourcing: Long-term direct relationships with washing stations and co-ops in Rwanda, Kenya, and Costa Rica.
- Owens Coffee
- Fair-pay model: Certified organic and Fairtrade roaster focused on guaranteed minimum pricing and extra community investment premiums.
- Sourcing: Smallholder cooperatives such as KOPEPI Ketiara (Sumatra) and COOPAFSI (Peru).
- Climpson & Sons
- Fair-pay model: Specialty roaster based in East London dedicated to rewarding high quality by actively paying producers elevated, above-market prices.
### Comparison of Ethical Sourcing Approaches
| Roaster | Primary Certification / Model | Sourcing Method | Pricing Approach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafédirect | Fairtrade / Producer-Owned | Direct with cooperatives | Fairtrade minimums + 50% profit reinvestment |
| Horsham Coffee Roaster | Direct Trade / Transparent | Direct relationships | Fixed pricing based on production costs |
| Owens Coffee | Fairtrade & Organic | Certified co-ops | Fairtrade premiums + organic standards |
| Climpson & Sons | Specialty / Ethical | Direct origin relationships | Higher producer pricing for higher quality |
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I can recommend a specific blend or subscription from these roasters.
ChatGPT
The question asked
Best British coffee brands
From the recorded answer
| Climpson & Sons | East London craft roasting | Chocolatey espresso-style coffees thebritishbarista.comroasterlist.co.uktheroastindex.co.uk[en.wikipedia.org]( …
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Recorded answer text · ChatGPT · 4 October 2026
If you mean British coffee brands/roasters worth buying, these are among the most respected UK names. The UK specialty coffee scene has grown significantly, with many roasters focusing on traceable sourcing, fresh roasting, and high-quality espresso or filter coffees. thebritishbarista.comroasterlist.co.uktheroastindex.co.uken.wikipedia.org
| Brand | Best known for | Good choices |
|---|---|---|
| Square Mile Coffee Roasters | One of the UK's most influential specialty roasters; known for clean, modern flavours | Red Brick espresso blend, seasonal single origins www.tasteatlas.com |
| Union Coffee | Ethical sourcing and direct relationships with coffee farmers | House blends, Yayu Wild Forest, single origins unionroasted.com |
| Monmouth Coffee Company | A long-established London name with classic specialty coffee credentials | Espresso blends, single-origin beans roasterlist.co.uk |
| Origin Coffee Roasters | Award-winning specialty coffee and traceable sourcing | Light-roast filter coffees, espresso blends crumble.me |
| Assembly Coffee | Modern specialty coffee, popular with cafés | Espresso blends and filter coffees thebritishbarista.comroasterlist.co.uktheroastindex.co.uken.wikipedia.org |
| Climpson & Sons | East London craft roasting | Chocolatey espresso-style coffees thebritishbarista.comroasterlist.co.uktheroastindex.co.uken.wikipedia.org |
| RAVE Coffee | Good-value specialty coffee with a broad range | Signature blends, single origins |
Quick picks by taste:
- ☕ Best everyday espresso: Square Mile Red Brick, Union House Roast www.tasteatlas.com
- 🥛 Best with milk (latte/cappuccino): Union, Climpson & Sons, RAVE
- 🍓 Best fruity/light filter coffee: Square Mile, Origin, Assembly crumble.me
- 💷 Best value: RAVE, Union supermarket ranges en.wikipedia.org
- 🎁 Best gift for a coffee enthusiast: Square Mile, Origin, Monmouth
For a typical home setup, I'd shortlist:
1. Square Mile Red Brick - reliable espresso
2. Union House Roast - balanced and approachable
3. Origin seasonal single origin - something more adventurous
4. RAVE Signature Blend - strong value option www.tasteatlas.com
If you mean British supermarket coffee brands (like the best beans available at Tesco/Sainsbury's/Waitrose) rather than specialty roasters, I can list those too.
Perplexity
The question asked
Best coffee roasters UK
From the recorded answer
Square Mile, Origin, Assembly, Workshop, and Monmouth are repeatedly highlighted among the UK's leading roasters, while Kiss the Hippo, Volcano, Extract, Ozone, and Climpson & Sons stand out for environmental credentials.
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Recorded answer text · Perplexity · 4 October 2026
The best UK coffee roaster depends on your taste and brewing method, but these are excellent starting points:
- Square Mile (London) - Best all-rounder; reliable, polished coffees for filter and espresso.
- Origin (Cornwall) - Excellent range, transparent sourcing, and consistently high-quality single origins.
- Assembly (London) - Particularly strong for experimental, distinctive, and competition-style coffees.
- Workshop (London) - Dependable everyday espresso and filter options.
- Monmouth (London) - A classic choice with approachable coffees and long-standing expertise.
- Kiss the Hippo (London) - Strong sustainability credentials and accessible modern specialty coffee.
- Volcano Coffee Works (London) - Good ethical focus and approachable blends.
- Rounton (North Yorkshire) - Well-regarded northern roaster with a broad selection.
- Thomson's (Glasgow) - Notable for award-winning roasting, including 2026 recognition for head roaster Jonathan Martinez.
Quick picks:
- Best safe choice: Square Mile
- Best for filter coffee: Origin
- Best for unusual coffees: Assembly
- Best for espresso: Workshop
- Best sustainability-led option: Kiss the Hippo or Volcano
Square Mile, Origin, Assembly, Workshop, and Monmouth are repeatedly highlighted among the UK's leading roasters, while Kiss the Hippo, Volcano, Extract, Ozone, and Climpson & Sons stand out for environmental credentials.
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Overall visibility combines answers within the published dates. Some market series accumulate scans from launch; others use four-scan cycles. A new cycle changes the scoring window, while individual scan history is retained. Compare the dates and sample sizes before comparing periods.
In the Found by Flux AI Visibility Index, Climpson & Sons ranks #15 among 35 tracked brands for Coffee · United Kingdom (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). Its visibility is 2.1%. It was named in 77 of 3,598 AI answers across 21 of 150 tracked questions, averaging position 3.4 when mentioned.
Source: Found by Flux · ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. Visibility measures mentions in this sample, not sales or recommendation quality.
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What is this brand’s AI Visibility Score?
Found by Flux records 2.1% AI visibility for Climpson & Sons in Coffee · United Kingdom, measured over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026. It ranks #15 among 35 tracked brands.
How often does AI mention this brand?
Climpson & Sons was named in 77 of 3,598 collected AI answers, across 21 of 150 tracked questions, for Coffee · United Kingdom (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). A mention can include a comparison or qualification; it is not necessarily a recommendation.
How is the AI Visibility Score calculated?
Found divides the number of collected answers naming Climpson & Sons by all 3,598 answers in the published Coffee · United Kingdom sample, then multiplies by 100. The same question set is used across ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. See the Found methodology for the scope and limitations.
