About Us

Founded in 2007, Green Bean Coffee Roastery is the passion project of Iris McCallum and Lee Anderson, two coffee enthusiasts with deep roots in Africa’s rich coffee heritage.

Iris, born Arusha, Tanzania—the heart of East Africa’s coffee and safari region—grew up surrounded by the lush landscapes where some of the world’s finest coffee is grown. A seasoned bush pilot, she spent years flying across the prime coffee-growing regions of Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania, gaining firsthand knowledge of the farms and communities that cultivate these exceptional beans.

Lee, originally from Zimbabwe and born in Zambia, shares the same deep appreciation for African coffee. Together, they bring their expertise, experience, and passion for sourcing and roasting the best African coffee beans, ensuring every cup embodies the bold, rich flavours of the continent.

At Green Bean Coffee Roastery, every bean has a story—one rooted in Africa’s diverse landscapes, skilled farmers, and time-honoured traditions.