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Kingdom Bean

IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info

TagsKingdom Bean Kentucky coffee roasters Guatemala Independent Roasts in-house

Kingdom Coffee is a family-owned business that has been operating since 1999, based in Reading, United Kingdom. The company is documented for its commitment to Fairtrade and ethical sourcing, maintaining established relationships with producers across the global coffee growing belt. They utilize energy-efficient, environmentally friendly roasting technology, including air-roasting methods in small batches to highlight natural bean characteristics. The roastery focuses on providing fresh, high-quality Arabica and Robusta beans to both retail and wholesale customers.

Ownership

The brand is independent and family-owned, rooted in Christian values and a mission to support coffee-growing communities.

Roasting

Reported to roast in-house.

What it's known for

The brand is known for its mission-driven approach, dedicating 10-15% of sales to charitable missions that benefit coffee farmers and their communities.

Sourcing countries

Guatemala

Farm-level sourcing

The brand emphasizes ethical and fair trade sourcing, with a specific origin story involving Guatemala. While they express a commitment to connecting farmers and drinkers, they do not currently publish specific farm or producer names for their offerings.

Notable coffees

— Nicaragua Las Segovias
— Rise & Shine Medium Roast
— Courageous Decaf Espresso

Sources used in this deep dive

Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-22. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. I could not verify the specific founding year of the brand, as it is not listed on their website or in public directories.

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