Alexander Lehane
A master coffee brewer from the Republic of Ireland and a great connoisseur of the UK's Coffee Scene, Alexander brings passion, precision, and a true love for the craft. Get ready for expert insights and high standards from this Coffee Consultant, competitor and accomplished taster
Andrew Whitworth-Smith
Founder of The Cupping Directives - a dynamic platform dedicated to shaping and strengthening the UK's coffee industry, community and culture. Andrew is involved in many high-profile projects, such as the London Coffee Map which guides coffee lovers to independent cafes, and The Cupping Room at the Caffé Culture Show which connects producers and importers to coffee professionals.
Ben Lewis
UK Latte Art Champion 2025 and 10th in the world!. From pouring Sonic the Hedgehog into a cup to ranking top 10 in the world, Ben brings precision, passion, and pure artistry to everything he does. We can’t wait to have his expert eye (and steady hand) help us uncover the most creative, community-driven, and downright delicious coffee spots across the nation.
Steven Buchus
Steve's coffee journey began at just 19, working part-time as a barista in Sydney, Australia - where he instantly fell in love with the craft. Since then, he's done just about everything in the coffee world. In 2018, he founded ICON - The Independent Café Owners Network – with a mission to support, promote, and grow independent coffee destinations across the globe.