Exceptional single-origin Kenyan green coffee.
Since 1928, Karunguru Coffee Estate has been the guardian of Kenya’s finest coffee heritage.
Our coffee is more than a crop; it is a chronicle of the land.
At Karunguru, our story is written in the deep red soil of Kiambu, where coffee trees have thrived for nearly a hundred years. As a fourth-generation family estate, we blend the wisdom of the past with the precision of modern agronomy to produce single-origin coffee of uncompromising quality.
Since 1928, our coffee has been known for its vibrant acidity and fruity notes that give a smooth finish, a hallmark of expertly cultivated Kenyan Arabica.
Whether you are a roaster seeking the perfect Kenya Arabica Coffee blends or a traveler seeking the soul of the bean, welcome home.
A century of exceptional coffee farming
The Beginning
1920s
The Beginning
The land that would become Karunguru Estate was first established as The Ridge Estate, a pioneering coffee farm founded in the early 1920s by George James Glassford, a World War I veteran who arrived in Kenya from New Zealand in 1919.
Establishment
1928
Establishment
The coffee trees of Karunguru were taking root, producing beans even through the global depression when many other commodities faltered.
A Legacy Reborn
1974
A Legacy Reborn
The Kariithi family takes stewardship under our patriarch and founder, Geoffrey Karekia Kariithi, transforming the estate from a colonial farm into a beacon of indigenous excellence.
Innovation Meets Tradition
1990s
Innovation Meets Tradition
Introduction of disease-resistant varieties alongside heritage SL28 trees.
Global Recognition
2010s
Global Recognition
Launch of Karunguru Coffee & Tours Ltd; adoption of regenerative farming practices.
A Century Approaches
2020s
A Century Approaches
Third generation extends legacy to global export; Introduces Seasonal Fresh Produce.
Coffees That Speak for Themselves
Karunguru Specialty Blend
Our signature roasted Kenya Arabica Coffee blends delivers floral, molasses, berry, and citrus flavors with a delicate dark chocolate finish.
The Single Estate Difference
We do not aggregate; we cultivate.
Unlike the cooperative model, where beans from thousands of farms are mixed, Karunguru offers a single-estate guarantee. Every bean was grown, pulped, fermented, and dried on our 300 acres.
Our process from seed to parchment to green bean upholds traceability and quality at every step. We control the variables, so you can control the roast.
Stewards of Land and Community
At Karunguru Estate, sustainability is not a trend-it is a tradition. Our estate has been carefully stewarded for nearly a century, and we are committed to protecting it for generations to come. We are strong believers that the future of farming is sustainable, ethical, and transparent.
Walk the Journey of 10,000 Steps
Coffee is a journey. At Karunguru, we invite you to walk every step of it. As a Magical Kenya Signature Experience, our tour is an immersive dive into the history and science of coffee-from seedling nursery to drying beds to roasting lab. This is not just a tour; it is a pilgrimage to the source.
