Tatu Coffee wins top honours at Kenya’s Taste of Harvest Awards

Tatu Coffee Estates Limited has once again proven its standing among Kenya’s elite coffee producers after securing both first and third place in the fiercely contested Washed Arabica category at the National Taste of Harvest Kenya 2025–2026 Awards.

The prestigious accolades further reinforce Kenya’s reputation as a global powerhouse in premium specialty coffee and spotlight Tatu Coffee’s unwavering commitment to excellence.

Widely regarded as the ultimate benchmark for coffee quality in the country, the National Taste of Harvest Awards celebrate outstanding achievement in washed Arabica – the backbone of Kenya’s international coffee success. Tatu Coffee’s winning entries stood out not as experimental micro-lots, but as coffees drawn from its mainstream production, highlighting an exceptional ability to deliver consistent quality at scale.

An international panel of expert judges commended the coffees for their refined sensory profile, noting elegant aromas of orange blossom, layered flavours of red berries, marmalade and jam, and a distinctive balance of bright acidity and natural sweetness. These attributes exemplify the flavour complexity that continues to make Kenyan washed Arabica highly sought after in global specialty coffee markets.

John Sathya, Chief Executive Officer of Tatu Coffee Estates, said,"Winning first and third place confirms that our approach delivers consistent, world-class results while supporting jobs and communitie."

Tatu Coffee manages more than 6,500 acres of coffee estates in Kiambu County and is owned by Rendeavour, the master developer behind Tatu City. Through long-term investment, the company has embraced modern agricultural techniques, advanced processing infrastructure and sustainable farming practices. Its premium washed Arabica is supplied to specialty buyers across Europe, the United States, the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific region.

Beyond cup quality, the awards underscore Tatu Coffee’s broader economic and social impact. At a time when national coffee production has faced decline, the estates continue to provide thousands of permanent and seasonal jobs, supporting livelihoods across coffee-growing communities.

All Tatu Coffee estates are Rainforest Alliance certified, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability. Initiatives include water recycling, reforestation, ecosystem conservation and responsible waste management. The company also prioritises worker welfare through fair wages, quality housing, access to education and a long-standing school meals programme for children from estate communities.