When you hear the phrase “bulk buy coffee beans”, you might think of warehouse-sized bags of generic beans roasted months ago and destined for petrol station vending machines. But for home brewers, offices or cafés looking to serve something better, there’s good news: bulk buying doesn’t have to mean cutting corners.

At Horsham Coffee Roaster, we believe that buying larger quantities of ethically sourced, specialty-grade coffee can still offer excellent value for money – without sacrificing quality, freshness or traceability.

Why Bulk Coffee Has a Bad Reputation

Let’s be honest. Much of the coffee sold in bulk is commodity-grade. It’s designed to be cheap, not flavourful and rarely comes with transparency around origin or price paid to producers.

Often, the focus is on consistency and shelf life rather than quality – which might be fine for some, but it’s not what we’re about.

Buying Bigger Doesn’t Mean Buying Bad

There’s a growing movement of people – from home brewers to independent businesses – who are choosing to buy better coffee in larger quantities.

Whether you’re:

  • Brewing multiple cups a day at home
  • Stocking up for a busy office
  • Running a small café
  • Or simply cutting down on packaging waste

…there are plenty of reasons to buy more at once. And when it comes to specialty coffee, it makes even more sense.

Bulk Bags, Same Specialty Beans

At Horsham Coffee Roaster, we offer all of our blends and year-round single origins in 1kg and 2.5kg bags.

They all represent great value, cost less per gram than our smaller sizes and are roasted to order for optimal freshness. That means you can buy more, less often – and still enjoy the same complex, carefully roasted flavours we’re known for.

Ethically Sourced, Transparently Traded

What sets us apart is how we source our coffee.

We’ve spent over a decade building direct relationships with producers in Rwanda, Kenya and Costa Rica. We work with trusted import partners and we were the first UK roaster to sign The Pledge at transparency.coffee.

So when you bulk buy from us, you’re not just getting more coffee – you’re supporting a supply chain that’s fair, transparent and traceable every step of the way.

The Green Benefits of Buying Bigger

Aside from the cost savings, buying coffee in larger bags is a smart environmental choice:

  • Less packaging required per gram
  • Fewer shipments, meaning lower carbon emissions
  • More efficient storage and transport

We already roast on a low-emission Loring S35 and partner with tree-planting initiatives to stay carbon neutral – but every bit helps.

Tips for Buying Coffee Beans in Bulk

If you’re thinking about making the switch to 1kg bags, here are a few tips to keep your coffee fresh and tasting great:

  1. Store in an airtight container – preferably in a cool, dark cupboard.
  2. Don’t freeze unless you’re splitting into smaller portions.
  3. Use a grinder to maximise freshness – whole beans keep much longer than pre-ground.
  4. Consider a coffee subscription if you want freshly roasted coffee delivered regularly.

Our Bulk Best-sellers

Our most-popular coffees are usually available in 1kg or 2.5kg bags for exceptional value and quality. Take a look at our selection below.

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