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When it comes to choosing your coffee supplier, there is a big difference between buying coffee from a large national brand and working with an independent local coffee roaster.
At Penningtons Tea & Coffee, we believe great coffee is about more than what is in the cup. It’s about quality, relationships, service and supporting the local community.
Based in Kendal, in the heart of the Lake District, Penningtons is a family-run business with a passion for great coffee and tea. Here are some of the reasons why choosing a local roaster could make a real difference to your business.
One of the biggest advantages of buying from a local roaster is freshness.
At Penningtons, we roast our coffee in small batches, allowing us to focus on consistency, quality and flavour. Coffee is at its best when it is fresh, and roasting in smaller quantities means your coffee isn’t sitting around for months before it reaches your cup.
Whether you’re serving espresso, filter coffee or coffee at home, fresher beans can mean more aroma, flavour and character.
We carefully select our green coffee beans from trusted suppliers and work to create blends that deliver a consistently great cup.
Rather than simply choosing from a huge catalogue of products, working with an independent roaster gives you the opportunity to understand more about your coffee – from its origins and flavour profile to how it has been roasted.
It’s a story you can share with your customers too.
When you work with a local independent supplier, you’re not just an account number.
At Penningtons, we build genuine relationships with our customers and take the time to understand their businesses.
Whether you’re a café, hotel, restaurant, pub, holiday accommodation provider or office, we can help you choose the right coffee for your customers, equipment and budget.
Need advice? You can speak to someone who understands coffee and understands your business.
Choosing Penningtons means having access to much more than freshly roasted beans.
We supply a complete range of tea, coffee, hot chocolate, syrups and accessories, as well as commercial coffee equipment.
We can also help with:
Our aim is to make supplying your coffee and beverage menu as straightforward as possible.
A great coffee machine and great beans are only part of the equation.
The person making the coffee matters too.
That’s why we offer free barista training to our trade customers, helping your team understand everything from grinding and dosing to extraction, milk steaming and drink preparation.
Better training means better consistency – and a better experience for your customers.
Choosing an independent local business helps keep money within the local economy and supports jobs, skills and other businesses in the area.
As a family-run company based in Kendal, we are proud to be part of the Lake District and wider Cumbrian business community.
We work with hospitality businesses throughout the region and love seeing local businesses grow.
When you choose local, you’re not simply buying a product. You’re supporting a business and the people behind it.
We believe that good coffee shouldn’t come at the expense of the planet.
Our roastery uses an electric coffee roaster powered by solar panels, helping us reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.
We also look for ways to reduce waste and improve the sustainability of our packaging and operations, including recyclable packaging, plastic-free tea bags and compostable coffee pods.
For businesses looking to improve their own sustainability credentials, choosing suppliers who share those values can be an important part of the journey.
Coffee isn’t just another line on your menu.
For many cafés, hotels, restaurants and pubs, it is an important part of the customer experience.
Your coffee can become something customers remember – and come back for.
An independent roaster can work with you to find a coffee that fits your business, whether you’re looking for a smooth and approachable house blend, something bold for espresso or a more distinctive speciality coffee.
We can even help businesses create bespoke blends and personalised coffee options.
One of the biggest benefits of working with a local supplier is accessibility.
If you have a question about your coffee, need advice on your grinder, are considering a new machine or simply want to improve the quality of the coffee you’re serving, we’re here to help.
It’s that personal support that can be difficult to find with a large national supplier.
At Penningtons Tea & Coffee, we are passionate about great coffee, great tea and great customer service.
We’re proud to be an independent, family-run roaster and tea merchant in Kendal, supplying businesses and coffee lovers across the Lake District and beyond.
From freshly roasted coffee and award-winning teas to equipment, training and ongoing support, we’re here to help you make every cup count.
Looking for a local coffee supplier?
Get in touch with Penningtons Tea & Coffee to discuss your requirements and discover how we can help your business serve better coffee.
Penningtons Tea & Coffee
Independent. Local. Freshly roasted. Family run.
Great coffee starts with choosing the right roaster.
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