Welcome to Ithaga Highlands Coffee!

Rooted in Resilience. Grown to Empower.

At Ithaga Highlands Coffee, every bean tells a story of strength, hope, and
purpose. Grown in the rich volcanic soils of Cherangani, Kenya, at elevations
above 1,878 meters, our coffee is 100% high-altitude Arabica, nurtured under
the natural canopy of macadamia trees for a balanced, shade-grown profile.

But Ithaga is more than just coffee. It’s a movement.

Our Story

Empowering Women Through Coffee

Born from the vision of a young girl displaced by Kenya’s 1992 political unrest, Ithaga Highlands Coffee was founded to transform pain into purpose—and to uplift young women through coffee farming.
Today, we:

in our community—offering not just jobs, but leadership, financial independence, and dignity.

We focus on quality and innovation, offering a range of processing methods to bring out each coffee’s unique character

Our cherries are handpicked, processed with precision, and roasted with passion to deliver world-class specialty coffee from farm to cup.

Our Care

Crafted With Care

Aerobic Fermentation

Bright, clean cups

Anaerobic Fermentation

Rich, complex flavors

Fully Washed

Classic, vibrant Kenyan profiles

I’ve worked with many farms across East Africa, but Ithaga stands out for its commitment to ethical sourcing and female empowerment. Their work is transforming communities while delivering world-class specialty coffee. Truly inspiring!

Mike Wallace

Sustainability Consultant

Sourcing from Ithaga isn’t just a business decision—it’s a moral one. Their dedication to precision, passion, and people is evident in every batch. It’s coffee with a conscience, and we’re proud to be partners.

Maggie Stone

Café Owner

Ithaga Highlands Coffee is more than just a source—it’s a symbol of excellence and empowerment. The depth of flavor in their anaerobic fermentation lots is extraordinary, and knowing our purchases support women-led initiatives makes each cup even more meaningful.

Benjamin Wright

Client

ethically sourced

Ethical Sourcing, Global Impact

Alongside our estate-grown coffee, we ethically source from like-minded
farmers across the globe—producers who share our values of sustainability,
quality, and empowerment.

Whether you’re a roaster, café, or coffee lover, when you choose Ithaga Highlands
Coffee, you become part of a story rooted in resilience, grown in unity, and brewed
to empower.

This is Ithaga Riakwa—our precious inheritance. Now yours too.

Ethical Sourcing

Partnering with global farmers who value sustainability and quality.

Shared Legacy

Choosing Ithaga means joining a story of resilience and unity—our inheritance.

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