Kenyan coffee farmer in the highlands
Our Story

Born in Nandi County. Built for the world.

Coffee is more than a commodity. It is a story of people, place, heritage and purpose — and at Savannah Bean, that story shapes everything we do.

Founder portrait — Savannah Bean Coffee Ltd
Founder's Journey

A return to the highlands that shaped a life.

Raised in Nandi County, surrounded by fertile highlands and generations of coffee farmers, our founder witnessed firsthand how agriculture creates livelihoods, strengthens communities and connects local producers to global markets.

After building experience in business development, international trade and market expansion, the founder returned to the coffee industry with a clear mission: to bridge the gap between global buyers and Kenya's exceptional coffee origins through transparency, trust and quality.

Today, Savannah Bean Coffee Ltd works closely with cooperatives, washing stations and farming communities to source and export premium Kenyan specialty coffee that reflects the character and integrity of its origin.

— The Savannah Bean Team Nandi County · Kenya
Our Philosophy

Rooted in five guiding principles.

01

Transparency

Open and honest about pricing, sourcing, and every link in the chain.

02

Sustainability

Long-term thinking that protects land, climate and farming communities.

03

Traceability

Every lot can be followed back to its farm, washing station and harvest.

04

Farmer Empowerment

Fair partnerships that strengthen the people who grow the coffee.

05

Shared Success

When farmers, exporters and buyers thrive together, quality follows.

Kenyan coffee washing station
Our Sourcing Network

Real relationships, from cherry to container.

We don't just buy coffee — we work alongside the people who grow and process it. Our network spans farms, cooperatives and washing stations across Kenya's leading coffee regions.

  • 01

    Farmers

    Smallholders and estate producers committed to careful cultivation and selective picking.

  • 02

    Cooperatives

    Member-based societies that organise quality, training and shared infrastructure.

  • 03

    Washing Stations

    Skilled processing partners delivering Kenya's signature clean, layered cup profile.

  • 04

    Regional Communities

    Long-term partnerships across the Nandi, Kisii, Bungoma and Mt. Kenya growing regions.

Kenyan Coffee Varieties

The heritage cultivars behind Kenya's specialty reputation.

SL28 coffee variety
Heritage · Bourbon

SL28

Origin: Scott Labs, 1930s. Drought-resistant, ripens slowly at altitude.
Notes: Blackcurrant, citrus, juicy acidity, syrupy body.

SL34 coffee variety
Heritage · Bourbon

SL34

Origin: Scott Labs, French Mission lineage. Thrives in high rainfall.
Notes: Bright acidity, stone fruit, balanced sweetness, refined finish.

Batian coffee variety
Modern · Disease-Resistant

Batian

Origin: Coffee Research Foundation Kenya, released 2010.
Notes: Clean cup, floral and citrus tones, vibrant brightness.

Ruiru 11 coffee variety
Modern · Compact

Ruiru 11

Origin: Ruiru, Kenya. Compact, high-yielding, disease-tolerant.
Notes: Smooth sweetness, medium body, gentle fruit acidity.

To take the richness of Kenya's highlands to the world — one cup at a time.
Our Mission