Kenco Smooth Instant Coffee

Kenco is a well-established coffee brand with deep roots in the United Kingdom. Originally founded in 1923 as the Kenya Coffee Company, it began as a local business in London distributing coffee from East Africa. Over the decades, it evolved into Kenco and became a household name in Britain and Ireland, known for its range of freeze-dried instant coffees and roast and ground varieties.

While the brand's heritage is British, its manufacturing processes involve sourcing beans from diverse global coffee-growing regions. The final processing and packaging occur in various European facilities managed by its parent company. The ownership of Kenco has transitioned through several major corporations, including Kraft Foods and Mondelez International.

Today, Kenco is part of the JDE Peet's portfolio, a global leader in the coffee and tea industry. JDE Peet's was formed through the merger of Jacobs Douwe Egberts and Peet's Coffee. The brand is managed locally by Jacobs Douwe Egberts GB Ltd, the subsidiary responsible for distribution and marketing within the UK market. The ultimate owner company, JDE Peet's, is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands.