Ethiopian Green Coffee for British Specialty Roasters
We supply Q-graded Ethiopian arabica directly to specialty roasters across the United Kingdom. Every lot meets post-Brexit DEFRA import requirements, with full traceability and phytosanitary documentation prepared for UK border clearance.
Direct Answer: Speciality Arabica exports DEFRA-compliant, traceable green coffee from Ethiopia's highland regions to UK roasters. We handle all export documentation, with GBP pricing and shipping via Djibouti to Felixstowe, London Gateway, or Southampton.
Why Do British Roasters Choose Ethiopian Arabica?
The UK specialty coffee market has grown rapidly, with British consumers spending over £4 billion annually on specialty coffee. Ethiopian single-origin beans are prized in the UK market for their distinctive floral and citrus profiles—particularly Yirgacheffe and Sidama lots that pair beautifully with the pour-over and filter brewing methods favoured by British specialty cafés.
Post-Brexit Compliant
Full DEFRA documentation, UKCA marking where applicable, and phytosanitary certificates meeting the UK's independent import regime.
Direct to UK Ports
CIF shipping to Felixstowe, London Gateway, and Southampton. GBP pricing with flexible payment terms for UK businesses.
SCA & SQA Standards
All lots Q-graded to SCA 80+ standards. Pre-shipment samples dispatched via DHL to any UK address within 5 working days.
How to Import Ethiopian Coffee into the United Kingdom
Since Brexit, importing green coffee to the UK requires DEFRA phytosanitary compliance, HMRC customs declarations, and a UK EORI number. We prepare all origin-side documentation—certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, weight note, and ICO certificate—while your UK customs agent handles border clearance.
- 1. Request cupping samples and select lots from Yirgacheffe, Sidama, Guji, or Harrar.
- 2. Agree volume, GBP pricing, and shipping terms (FOB Djibouti or CIF UK port).
- 3. We prepare export documentation meeting DEFRA and HMRC requirements.
- 4. Your UK customs agent files import declarations and arranges port clearance.
- 5. Container arrives at your UK port within 20–28 days from Djibouti.
Pricing and Volumes for UK Buyers
All pricing quoted in GBP per kilogram, FOB Djibouti. We offer micro-lots from 125 kg for small-batch roasters up to full container loads (19 MT). Payment by bank transfer or irrevocable letter of credit.