Our Story

Obulu Means “Thank You.”

Obulu Coffee was born during the planning of our mission trip to Nigeria—a simple idea to bring people together over something delicious. Coffee felt like the perfect place to start.

We didn’t want to create just another decent cup—we aimed for the best. Our coffee is ethically sourced, craft batch-roasted to order, and made to be shared. It’s specialty coffee with purpose.

"Obulu" means “thank you” in Esan, a Nigerian language. To us, it’s more than a word—it’s a mindset. In a world full of noise and negativity, we believe in gratitude, connection, and the joy found in small moments. Every cup of Obulu is our way of saying: we appreciate you.

Coffee That Gives Back

A portion of every Obulu Coffee purchase supports A Boy and His Dream, a nonprofit dedicated to underserved youth in Chicago and Nigeria. The organization is run entirely by volunteers, so 95% of funds raised go directly to their programs. When you drink Obulu, you're helping fuel that mission.

Obulu. Thank you.