A Legacy Brewed in Resilience
At Ithaga Highlands Coffee, our journey began in the highlands of Cherangani, Kenya—born from hardship, nurtured by hope.
In 1992, post-election violence forced my family to flee. I was just nine. A young cousin took us in, working on land she didn’t own. One day, hungry and curious, I tasted my first coffee cherry—sweet and red. I didn’t know then how deeply it would shape my future.
Later, I asked my mother what “Ithaga Riakwa” meant—a name she often
called all her children.
“It means my precious inheritance,” she said. “When all else is gone, you
remain.”
That moment planted a seed. I dreamed of building more than a farm—of
creating a legacy of strength, ownership, and opportunity, especially for
women.
Caleb – Co-Founder & Visionary
Caleb’s journey with Ithaga Highlands Coffee began with a simple yet powerful dream—to share the soul of Kenyan coffee with the world while creating real change at its roots. Raised around stories of resilience and community, he saw coffee not just as a crop, but as a bridge between cultures and livelihoods. His vision goes beyond selling beans; it’s about telling the stories of farmers, preserving traditions, and opening global markets to the vibrant flavors of Africa’s highlands. Every step he takes with Ithaga is guided by the belief that coffee can inspire hope, opportunity, and connection—one cup at a time.
Ithaga Highlands Coffee provides specialty wholesale coffee in Seattle, offering premium white label coffee roasting and custom-packaged coffee for cafés, restaurants, and corporate offices. Our 100% Arabica beans are shade-grown in the highlands and roasted in small batches for rich, consistent flavor. We supply Seattle wholesale coffee buyers with both roasted beans and ground coffee, ready for retail or service. For businesses in the Seattle area, we offer free local coffee delivery, ensuring you never run out of fresh coffee. Whether you need private label coffee packaging, bulk roasted coffee for resale, or premium beans for your menu, Ithaga Highlands Coffee delivers quality, sustainability, and flavor in every cup.
Our Ithaga. Our Heritage.
One Bean at a Time
Today, Ithaga Highlands Coffee grows premium, high-altitude Arabica, and grows people too. We train and employ young women, giving them the tools to lead, earn, and thrive. Through coffee, they gain independence and dignity, passing on their own “Ithaga Riakwa” to the next generation.
When you sip our coffee, you taste more than bold Kenyan flavor—you support a movement led by resilience, hope, and empowered women.
You can make an immediate impact:
01. Help us empower a young woman today
Donate any amount to cover practical training and support her journey toward independence.
02. Experience our farm firsthand
Visit Ithaga Highlands Coffee Farm to see your contribution grow and connect with the community you’re uplifting.
03. Sustainable Legacy
Just like the meaning of “Ithaga Riakwa,” your gift becomes a treasure passed on to future generations.
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