OUR COFFEE
100% ARABICA SINGLE ORIGINSPECIALTY COFFEE AA GRADE
Our coffee is grown in the nutrient-rich volcanic soils on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, where high altitude and an ideal climate create coffees with remarkable balance, sweetness, and complexity. From carefully selected Arabica varieties to sustainable farming practices, we oversee every stage of production with care and attention to detail. Working closely with our local partners, we ensure quality, transparency, and respect for both the land and the people who cultivate it. The result is fully washed Arabica coffee with exceptional cup quality and a clear connection to its origin.
LOCATION
GEOGRAPHY:
ALTITUDE: 1,050 – 1,400 m
SOIL: FERTILE VOLCANIC, WELL-DRAINING
WATER: FED BY GLACIER MELT AND SEASONAL RAIN
TOPOGRAPHY: GENTRY ROLLING HILLS
CLIMATE:
DAY / NIGHT TEMPRATURES: 10–30 °C
RAINFALL: APPROX. 1,400 mm ANNUALLY
SHORT RAINS: OCTOBER – DECEMBER
LONG RAINS: MARCH – JUNE
GEOGRAPHY:
ALTITUDE: 1,050 – 1,400 m
SOIL: FERTILE VOLCANIC, WELL-DRAINING
WATER: FED BY GLACIER MELT AND SEASONAL RAIN
TOPOGRAPHY: GENTLY ROLLING HILLS
CLIMATE:
DAY / NIGHT TEMPERATURES: 10–30 °C
RAINFALL: APPROX. 1,400 mm ANNUALLY
SHORT RAINS: OCTOBER – DECEMBER
LONG RAINS: MARCH – JUNE
VARIATIES
100% ARABICA COFFEE
Our coffees reflect the region’s rich volcanic soils, high elevations, and pristine mountain climate. Each variety expresses the unique character of this exceptional terroir: KP offers vibrant acidity with notes of chocolate, caramel, and delicate florals in a clean, well-balanced cup. N39 delivers a full-bodied cup with natural sweetness, chocolate, caramel, and a bright citrus finish. Batian combines floral and nutty notes with smooth chocolate undertones and a lingering sweet finish. Together, they showcase the diversity and character of coffees grown on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro.
PROCESSING
The cherries are hand-picked at peak ripeness to ensure exceptional flavour and quality. Once harvested, the cherries undergo a carefully controlled washing process, during which the fruit is removed using clean, fresh water. This process enhances clarity and brightness in the cup while preserving the coffee’s natural character and ensuring consistency throughout every batch. Every step is designed to preserve the coffee’s natural sweetness, clarity, and unique expression of its origin. By staying involved from cultivation to shipment, we ensure complete traceability and consistent quality at every stage.
1 HARVESTING
Our coffee is hand-picked to ensure only the finest cherries are selected.
2 WET PROCESSING
Cherries are washed, dried and graded.
3 DRYING
Our beans are sun-dried and regularly hand-turned until they reach an optimal moisture content of 10.5%
4 DRY MILL
After drying, our beans are hulled and sorted by size, weight, and grade.
5 QUALITY CONTROL
Every lot is evaluated by our certified Q Grader to ensure exceptional cup quality and consistency
COFFEE WITH A CLEAR CONSCIENCE
Our connection to Tanzania goes far beyond coffee. It is rooted in years of family connections, personal relationships, and a deep appreciation for the people, the land, and its unique coffee heritage. What began as a meaningful visit evolved into a long-term commitment to working directly with trusted coffee producers on the southern slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro.
This close collaboration allows us to stay involved throughout the entire journey, from cultivation and processing to export, ensuring complete traceability, consistent quality, and fair returns for producers. More than a sourcing model, it is a partnership built on trust, transparency, and shared success.
The fertile volcanic soils, mountain-fed water, high elevations, and ideal climate create exceptional conditions for growing Arabica coffee with remarkable character and complexity. Yet the true strength of our coffee lies in the people behind every harvest, whose knowledge, dedication, and craftsmanship make every cup possible.
SERVICES WE OFFER
From green coffee to private-label solutions, every product is fully traceable and tailored to your business.
DIRECT TRADE GREEN COFFEE
Sourced directly from coffee producers in Tanzania, our green coffee is fully traceable and available from microlots to full container loads. We manage storage and logistics to ensure reliable deliveries tailored to your schedule.
PRIVATE LABEL & ROASTED COFFEE
We roast, package, and deliver coffee under your brand, from small batches to large-scale production, all managed in-house to ensure consistent quality at every stage.
CUSTOM PACKAGING & BRANDING
From concept to finished product, we support packaging design, printing, and production to create retail-ready coffee that reflects your brand.
TRACEABLE & TRANSPARENT
Complete transparency and traceability from origin to delivery ensure confidence in every coffee we supply.
ABOUT US
At LHD Trading, we believe exceptional coffee begins with exceptional partnerships. We work directly with trusted coffee producers in Tanzania, building long-term relationships based on transparency, quality, and shared success. By staying closely involved from cultivation to export, we ensure complete traceability, consistent quality, and a reliable supply chain. Whether you’re sourcing green coffee, developing a private-label range, or looking for a long-term sourcing partner, we combine carefully selected coffees with dependable logistics and genuine relationships at origin to create lasting value for your business.
OUR PURPOSE:
Connecting people through exceptional coffee, transparent sourcing, and lasting partnerships.
OUR ASPIRATION:
To build lasting partnerships through exceptional coffee, transparency, and shared success
MEET THE FOUNDERS
We’re three founders united by a shared vision: to build transparent, long-term partnerships and bring exceptional Tanzanian coffee to businesses around the world. Together, we combine expertise in sourcing, coffee, branding, business development, and operations.
Lilja’s close connection to Tanzania laid the foundation for the project. She shapes our brand, product development, and design while maintaining strong relationships with our partners at origin.
Heinrich leads sales and partnerships, combining a deep passion for coffee with hands-on expertise in roasting and quality. He works closely with our customers to develop lasting partnerships built on exceptional coffee.
Dominik oversees strategy, finance, logistics, and operations, ensuring every partnership is supported by efficient processes and reliable execution from origin to market.
Lilja Gunnarsson
Heinrich Zaharov
