la Casa del Caffe

What la Casa del Caffe does

la Casa del Caffe is a family-owned specialty coffee roaster founded in 1984 by Don Kennedy in Sydney, Australia, now operated by the second and third generations of the Kennedy family following a 2024 leadership transition. The company operates from a single roastery in Minto, New South Wales, with approximately 14 employees, batch-roasting coffee in lots capped at 60kg to ensure freshness and using the Mountain Water Process for decaffeinated products. Its portfolio includes signature blends (la Casa Blend, Italian Blend, French Roast, Tazza D'oro, Viva Brasil, Colombian, Seasonal Organics), single-origin coffees (Mexico Finca Kassandra, Honduras Café Orgánico Marcala), and complementary accessories, cleaning products, and commercial espresso equipment (Ottima XL, Ottima EVO, Visacrem Vetro lines).

The business operates through a hybrid go-to-market spanning direct-to-consumer e-commerce with Australia-wide shipping (free on 2kg+ coffee orders), proprietary Sydney metro hand-delivery across roughly 15 named sub-regions, roastery door pickup, and a B2B wholesale channel serving cafes, restaurants, and hospitality businesses with equipment supply, installation, barista training, and private label services. Unit pricing ranges from A$12.50 for a 250g bag to A$207–A$360 for bulk 6-pack and 12-pack boxes, with commercial espresso machines priced A$3,960–A$7,680 and eGift cards in A$10–A$100 denominations. Sustainability certifications include Rainforest Alliance (since 2004, scaling to 2 tonnes by 2005), NASAA organic, and Fairtrade, with a 2023 Royal Adelaide Coffee Show medal in the Latte Category for the Colombian Blend. The June 2024 partnership with UpStock App added a digital wholesale ordering platform, complementing 2024 product launches spanning the Retro Rhapsody 40th Anniversary Blend, Cold Brew Sampler, Mixed 6 bulk pack, and Ottima XL 1 Group machine.

Name

la Casa del Caffe

Legal name

la Casa del Caffe

Website

https://lacasadelcaffe.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

la Casa del Caffe is a family-owned specialty coffee roaster founded in 1984 in Sydney, Australia, serving individual consumers, cafes, and hospitality businesses with batch-roasted coffee blends, single origins, decaf, commercial espresso equipment, and barista training.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Coffee Roasting

NAICS

Coffee and Tea Manufacturing (311920)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Coffee Roasting & Grinding (AFAFADAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Coffee (Roasted, Ground, Whole Bean) (CRADAHAG)

Keywords

• Specialty coffee roasting
• Wholesale coffee supply
• Commercial espresso equipment
• Barista training services
• Private label coffee

Headquarters

HQ city

Minto

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Retail Coffee Sales: Direct-to-consumer sales of roasted coffee beans and grounds through e-commerce platform. Products include blends, single origins, and decaf options in various pack sizes from 250g to bulk boxes.
2. Wholesale/B2B Coffee: B2B wholesale coffee supply to cafes, restaurants, and hospitality businesses including private label options for establishments wanting their own branded coffee.
3. Commercial Equipment Sales: Sale of commercial espresso machines (Visacrem, Ottima lines) and equipment to food service establishments with installation services.
4. Professional Services: Professional barista training and coffee education services for wholesale customers and individuals.
5. Accessories and Consumables: Sale of coffee essentials including barista tools, cleaning products, storage solutions, and accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

la Casa del Caffe is a specialty coffee roaster that batch-roasts premium coffee in Sydney and sells roasted coffee beans (blends, single origins, decaf), commercial espresso equipment, barista tools, and accessories through e-commerce and wholesale channels. The company also operates a B2B wholesale division supplying cafes, restaurants, and hospitality venues with coffee, equipment installation, and professional barista training, including a private label program.

Product overview

la Casa del Caffe is a specialty coffee roaster offering a comprehensive portfolio centered on premium roasted coffee products. The core offering includes signature blends (la Casa Blend, Italian, French Roast, Tazza D'oro, Viva Brasil, Colombian, Seasonal Organics), single origin coffees (Mexico Finca Kassandra, Honduras Café Orgánico Marcala), and Mountain Water Process decaf. The company sells sampler packs (4 x 250g) for discovery, and bulk options (6-pack and 12-pack boxes) for wholesale and volume buyers. Complementary product lines include commercial espresso equipment (Ottima, Visacrem Vetro machines), barista tools (tampers, pitchers, thermometers), cleaning products (Cafetto range), spare parts for E61 machines, tea and chai products (Bondi Chai, syrups), and storage solutions. Services include Private Label wholesale program, professional barista training, and eGift cards. The company operates an e-commerce platform with Australia-wide delivery and local Sydney metro hand-delivery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Coffee Blends Range of signature and seasonal coffee blends including la Casa Blend (flagship), Italian Blend, French Roast, Tazza D'oro Blend, Viva Brasil Blend, Colombian Blend, and Seasonal Organics Blend. Available in beans or ground formats (Espresso/Stove Top, Pour Over/Plunger/Filter, Aeropress, Cold Brew) and pack sizes of 250g, 1kg, and bulk 6 x 1kg boxes.
• Single Origin Coffees Single origin specialty coffees sourced from specific regions, featuring Mexico Finca Kassandra (Rainforest Alliance certified) and Honduras Café Orgánico Marcala (organic). Available in various grind options and pack sizes.
• Decaffeinated Coffee Decaffeinated coffee using the Mountain Water Process, maintaining natural smooth flavor without caffeine. Available in single origin 100% Arabica from A$14.00 (250g) to A$40.00 (1kg).
• Specialty Coffee Samplers 4 x 250g mixed sampler packs designed for flavor exploration, including Best Sellers, Cold Brew, Euro, Latino, Decaf, and DIY options.
• Bulk Coffee Boxes Bulk purchasing options including 6-pack (6 x 1kg) priced at A$207.00 and 12-pack (12 x 1kg) boxes priced at A$360.00 for la Casa Blend and Italian Blend, designed for wholesale and high-volume customers.
• Commercial Espresso Equipment Commercial espresso machines including Ottima XL, Ottima EVO, and Visacrem Vetro lines priced from A$3,960 (Ottima EVO 1 group) to A$7,680 (Visacrem Vetro 2 & 3 Group), plus coffee grinders and manual brewing equipment. Includes delivery and installation services for Sydney metro, Southern Highlands, Blue Mountains, Wollongong, and Central Coast areas.
• Barista Tools & Accessories Professional barista equipment including tampers, milk pitchers, thermometers, dosing cups, knock boxes, shot glasses, scales, and cleaning brushes, ranging from A$5.00 to A$69.00.
• Espresso Machine Cleaning Products Espresso machine cleaning and maintenance products including Cafetto cleaning tablets, powders, descaler, grinder cleaner, and cleaning brushes.
• Coffee Storage & Packaging Storage solutions including reusable bulk food bags and stand-up bags for maintaining coffee freshness.
• E61 Espresso Machine Spare Parts Replacement components for E61 espresso machines including group head seals (8mm and 9mm), shower screens, blind filter baskets, single and double filter baskets.
• Tea, Chai & Syrups Loose leaf teas, Bondi Chai latte mixes in multiple flavors, 1883 Maison Routin syrups including Pumpkin Spice, and Hollander Cafe Sauces in chocolate, caramel, and white chocolate variants.
• eGift Card Digital gift cards available in denominations of A$10, A$25, A$50, and A$100.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40 years in business since 1984
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Bondi ChaicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-standing partnership of 10 years with Bondi Chai, a premium chai latte brand. La Casa distributes Bondi Chai products including Club Cinnamon and Vanilla Honey flavors. Products are gluten-free and available through La Casa's online store.
• Rainforest AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommitted to sustainability since 2004 when Rainforest Alliance Certified beans were introduced into traditional blends. Started with 100kg per month in 2004, growing to 2 tonne by 2005. Supports protection of rainforest in Cachalu Biological Reserve, Colombia.
• Hollander Chocolate CompanyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributes Hollander Cafe Sauces (Chocolate, Caramel, White Chocolate) and Dutch chocolate products. Hollander products are GMO Free, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Trans-Fat Free, Kosher Pareve with no HFCS or artificial flavors.
• 1883 Maison RoutinminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustralian distributor of 1883 Maison Routin syrups including Pumpkin Spice seasonal syrup. Products featured in Halloween specials and seasonal promotions.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Industry Beans: Australian specialty coffee brand combining roasting, wholesale, cafe, and DTC. Comparable B2B and consumer-facing approach with an emphasis on specialty grade beans.
• St Ali: Melbourne specialty coffee roaster with wholesale, retail cafe, and DTC channels. Comparable focus on premium specialty positioning, equipment partnerships, and hospitality training services.
• Genovese Coffee: Family-owned Australian specialty coffee roaster founded in 1970 with B2B wholesale into cafes and restaurants across Australia. Closely comparable as a long-established family-run roaster with Italian heritage roots.
• Di Bella Coffee: Brisbane-based family-owned specialty roaster with wholesale coffee, equipment supply, and barista training across Australia. Comparable multi-channel model and family-business positioning.
• Single O: Australian specialty coffee roaster with a similar B2B and D2C model, strong wholesale business into cafes and restaurants, and a comparable focus on sustainability certifications and single-origin sourcing.
• Market Lane Coffee: Melbourne specialty roaster and cafe operator with parallel commitment to sourcing transparency, sustainability, and B2B supply. Comparable premium positioning and hospitality focus.
• Campos Coffee: Sydney-headquartered specialty coffee roaster with a comparable B2B wholesale and D2C model that also helped pioneer Sydney's specialty espresso culture. Operates a flagship cafe in Newtown and supplies cafes across Australia, making it the closest direct peer.
• Seven Seeds Coffee Roasters: Melbourne-based specialty roaster with parallel B2B wholesale, D2C e-commerce, and cafe operations. Comparable product breadth (blends, single origins, decaf) and emphasis on direct trade and quality.

Broad incumbents

• Lavazza Australia: Italian coffee giant with broad Australian wholesale presence into cafes, restaurants, and grocery. Competes on equipment, training, and supply but with a much wider portfolio and significantly larger scale.
• Vittoria Coffee: One of Australia's largest coffee companies (founded 1947), offering wholesale, foodservice, retail, and equipment. Overlaps with La Casa on wholesale espresso supply but operates at significantly larger scale with broader product range.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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