Our Mission
Khumbu Brew exists to tell Nepal's coffee story and support the communities that grow it. We believe that coffee is more than a commodity—it's a connection between people, places, and possibilities.
Our mission is threefold:
Discover: Introduce coffee lovers to Nepal's exceptional specialty coffee origins and the farmers who cultivate them.
Support: Build sustainable livelihoods for smallholder farming families through fair pricing, long-term partnerships, and genuine respect.
Inspire: Demonstrate that specialty coffee can be both exceptional and ethical, proving that quality and values aren't mutually exclusive.
Every bag of Khumbu Brew coffee represents a direct connection to Nepal's coffee-growing communities. When you choose our coffee, you're not just enjoying an exceptional cup—you're supporting farmers, regenerating ecosystems, and helping to write the next chapter of Nepal's coffee story.
Made with care and unconditionally loved by our customers, this signature bestseller exceeds all expectations.
Smallholder Farmers & Agroforestry
At the heart of Khumbu Brew is a commitment to the farmers who grow our coffee. We work directly with smallholder farming families across Nepal's coffee regions, building long-term relationships based on fair pricing, respect, and genuine partnership.
Our farmers practise agroforestry, promoted by The Glacier Trust, EcoHimal, and HICODEF, the NGOs with whom we are proudly associated — a sustainable farming method that supports biodiversity, protects soil health, and helps coffee plants thrive alongside other crops.
Agroforestry also provides farmers with additional income streams from fruit and timber, reducing their dependence on coffee alone and creating more stable livelihoods. It's farming that works with nature, not against it.
Coffee in Nepal
Nepal's coffee story is one of remarkable potential and untapped opportunity. Whilst farmers in Nepal have been cultivating Arabica coffee for over 50 years, coffee is thought to have first been introduced to Nepal in the late 1930s. Its specialty coffee has remained largely unknown to the global market. This is changing.
Sourced from 1,000m+, Nepal's coffee-growing regions benefit from ideal conditions: rich volcanic soils and diverse microclimates that create distinct flavour profiles. The country's coffee is grown by smallholder farmers who have developed deep knowledge of their land, cultivating coffee using sustainable agroforestry practices that regenerate soil and maintain biodiversity.
What makes Nepali coffee special is its authenticity. It's not a commodity—it's a reflection of place, people, and purpose. Every cup tells the story of farmers who care deeply about their craft and their land.
The Solukhumbu Story
In the shadow of Mount Everest lies Solukhumbu, a region where coffee cultivation has become a lifeline for local communities. Here, at elevations that challenge many crops, smallholder farmers have developed an intimate knowledge of their land—understanding microclimates, soil composition, and seasonal rhythms with remarkable precision.
In response to the changing and challenging climate, Solukhumbu's coffee is grown using agroforestry methods, where coffee plants thrive alongside other fruit, nut, and shade-giving species. This approach isn't just sustainable—it's regenerative. The shade trees prevent soil erosion, maintain biodiversity, and create a more resilient ecosystem. Farmers harvest coffee cherries by hand, selecting only the ripest fruit, then process them using methods refined over the last decade, since they were properly trained by our NGO partners.
The result is coffee with distinctive character: notes of dark chocolate and treacle, balanced with gentle spice and a smooth, lingering finish. It's coffee that reflects its origin—complex, nuanced, and deeply authentic.
How to Brew
Grind: Medium-fine grind works best for most brewing methods. Grind just before brewing to preserve aromatics and flavour complexity.
Water Temperature: Brew between 90-96°C (195-205°F). Water that's too hot can over-extract and create bitterness; too cool and you'll miss the coffee's full character.
Brewing Ratio: We recommend 1:16 coffee to water as a starting point. Adjust to your taste preference—a bit more coffee for strength, more water for a lighter cup.
Brewing Time: Aim for 3-4 minutes for pour-over, 4 minutes for French press, or follow your espresso machine's timing. The goal is balanced extraction that highlights the coffee's natural sweetness and complexity.
Freshness: For the best flavour, enjoy within 4 months of the roast date, when stored in an airtight container away from light and heat.
Why Nepal?
Nepal's coffee-growing regions remain one of the world's best-kept secrets. Nestled between 1,000m and 2,500m above sea level, the mid-hills of Nepal are characterised by diverse microclimates and varied soils, creating ideal conditions in places for high-quality Arabica coffee.
Coffee from regions including Solukhumbu, Nawalparasi, and Lalitpur has consistently scored above 80 points in internationally recognised Q testing, placing it firmly within speciality coffee grade. Yet Nepal's coffee remains largely unknown to the global speciality coffee community—until now.
We're introducing the world to Nepal's remarkable coffee. Farmers have perfected their craft over the last decade, growing coffee with care in the unique conditions of the Himalayan mid-hills.
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Sustainably Grown
Our coffee is grown using agroforestry practices that regenerate soil, maintain biodiversity, and create resilient ecosystems. Every cup supports sustainable farming.
Smallholder Farmers
We work directly with smallholder farming families across Nepal's coffee regions. Fair pricing, long-term relationships, and genuine partnership drive everything we do.
Specialty Grade
Coffee from our partner regions consistently scores above 80 points in Q testing. This is genuine specialty coffee—rare, exceptional, and worth discovering.
Palpa
Western hills. Elevation: 1050-1250m. Tasting notes: Chocolate undertones, balanced sweetness, smooth mouthfeel. Excellent for espresso.
Gulmi
Central-western region. Elevation: 1100-1350m. Tasting notes: Spice notes, medium body, clean finish. Complex and distinctive character.
Lalitpur
Kathmandu Valley. Elevation: 1200-1400m. Tasting notes: Balanced profile, subtle fruit, smooth finish. Consistently high-scoring specialty grade.
Solukhumbu
Everest region. Elevation: 1200-1400m. Tasting notes: Dark chocolate, treacle, smooth finish. Consistently scores 80+ points in Q testing.
Nawalparasi
Western foothills. Elevation: 1000-1200m. Tasting notes: Balanced acidity, subtle fruit notes, clean finish. Excellent body and complexity.
Kavre
Central region. Elevation: 1100-1300m. Tasting notes: Floral aromatics, medium body, bright acidity. Distinctive terroir expression.
Discover One Of The World's Best Kept Coffee Secrets
Nepal may be famous for Everest, but few people realise it also produces exceptional speciality coffee. Grown on small family farms in the Himalayan foothills, Nepalese Arabica benefits from ideal elevations, rich soils and a slower maturation process that develops complex flavour. Our coffee comes directly from trusted growers and roasters across Nepal's leading coffee-producing districts.
About Khumbu Brew
We're dedicated to introducing the world to Nepal's exceptional coffee. Our mission is simple: source the finest specialty coffee from Nepal's coffee-growing regions, support the smallholder farmers who cultivate it, and share their stories with coffee lovers everywhere.
Frequently asked questions
What is the return policy?
Our goal is for every customer to be totally satisfied with their purchase. If this isn't the case, let us know and we'll do our best to work with you to make it right.
Are any purchases final sale?
We are unable to accept returns on certain items. These will be carefully marked before purchase.
When will I get my order?
We will work quickly to ship your order as soon as possible. Once your order has shipped, you will receive an email with further information. Delivery times vary depending on your location.
Where are your products manufactured?
Our products are manufactured both locally and globally. We carefully select our manufacturing partners to ensure our products are high quality and a fair value.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is calculated based on your location and the items in your order. You will always know the shipping price before you purchase.
Born in the Himalayas
Speciality Nepali Arabica coffee sourced from exceptional coffee-growing regions across Nepal. Ethically sourced from smallholder farmers as farmers cultivate coffee.
