Welcome to our Wholesale Programme

Join our program and unlock better pricing, dedicated support, and real value

Whether you own a café, restaurant, hotel or retail space, our wholesale programme is designed to help you serve a modern, premium beverage menu, with confidence. From our signature Rooibos Espresso to our full range of chai, matcha, gourmet chocolate and superfood lattes, we offer a one-stop shop of award-winning beverages, known for their quality, taste and consistency.

We partner with businesses who care about what they serve — giving you everything you need to create drinks your customers will love, helping your business grow and stay relevant in an ever-evolving world.

Why partner with us?

We offer an extensive range of benefits

Premium Quality & Freshness

  • Locally crafted beverages with superior taste and consistent quality.
  • Fresh products that elevate your café’s menu and customer experience.

Enhanced Café Menu

  • Expands your offering beyond coffee with rooibos, matcha, chai, chocolate and freezos.
  • Enhance your café’s reputation for serving quality beverages
  • Unique beverages help differentiate your café and attract a wider customer base.
  • Seasonal and specialty launches keep your menu dynamic and appealing.

Broader Customer Appeal

  • Inclusive options for non-coffee drinkers, families, and health-conscious customers.
  • Plant based and functional beverages meet growing demand for wellness focused choices.

Wholesale Customer Advantages

  • Competitive wholesale pricing ensures strong margins for your café.
  • No minimum order quantity (MOQ) when buying online as a wholesale customer.
  • Free delivery on online wholesale orders over R1000.00, saving costs and adding convenience.
  • No administrative joining fees to become a wholesale online customer.

Reliable Supply & Convenience

  • Easy online ordering with direct delivery to your door.
  • Flexible order sizes to match your café’s demand cycles.

Local & Sustainable Impact

  • Supporting a local premium beverage company strengthens community ties.
  • Ethically sourced ingredients and transparency, which appeals to conscious consumers., aligning with customer values.

Exclusive Wholesale Perks

  • Wholesale online customers are the first to know about new product launches, giving your café a competitive edge.
  • Early access to innovative beverages allows you to refresh your menu ahead of the market.

FAQ's

What is the Minimum Order Quantity?

We do not have a MOQ for our wholesale customers however we do encourage you to order R1000 or more to qualify for free delivery (online customers only).

How do I apply for a wholesale account?

To become a red espresso® wholesale customer, please apply here. You will receive a customer confirmation e-mail after your red espresso® wholesale account has been approved. Please allow for 24 - 48 hours for your wholesale application to be reviewed and approved.

What are the terms and conditions?

If you qualify for wholesale and you will be reselling our foodservice or retail products then you agree to: 

  • Adhere to the Recommended Selling Prices that we will provide you with
  • Only sell within South Africa
How long does it take for my application to be approved?

Please allow for 24 - 48 hours for your application to be reviewed and approved, depending on when you have submitted your application (weekends, public holidays).

I have not yet received an email confirming that my wholesale application was approved.

Please check the junk or spam folder in your e-mails to see if you have received an confirmation e-mail. If you still cannot find it, please contact us on 021 863 1060 so that we can assist you further.

I can’t see the wholesale pricing on your website. What can I do?

Please make sure you are logged in before adding any of the product items to your cart. This will ensure that the wholesale discount is applied at checkout. If you are still unable to see our wholesale pricing kindly call us on 021 863 1060 and we will gladly assist you.

Can I have a tax invoice for my order?

Yes, your tax invoice will be emailed to you immediately after you have placed your order online with us. Alternatively, once logged in, you can click under your profile to view the history of orders and download your tax invoice from there.

Do I need to have a VAT number to apply for wholesale?

No, you do not need to have a VAT number to apply for wholesale. And if you become VAT registered after applying, we can easily add your VAT number to your account details so that it shows on your tax invoices.

What payment methods do you accept?

We through our secure online payment platform called Paygate which offers both Instant EFT and credit card payment options.

Traditional EFT

If you would prefer to do a traditional EFT payment, please select this option at checkout, you will receive an order confirmation email with our bank details on the Tax Invoice. Please use your online order number as a reference when making the payment. We will process your order once the amount is reflecting in our company bank account. Please note that sometimes the amount can take until the next business day to reflect in our company bank account.

Do you offer payment terms for wholesale customers?

We do not offer payment terms and will not ship the order/s without first the amount reflecting in our company bank account.

Logistics & Delivery

How quickly are orders processed and shipped?

We process all online order before 12pm daily. Any orders received after 12pm will only be processed the following working day.

Do you deliver nationwide?

Yes we deliver anywhere within South Africa, during regular business hours between Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm. Please make sure that your delivery address and contact details you've provided us are correct to ensure you receive your order as quickly as possible. Please note, we cannot deliver to PO Box addresses as someone is required to sign for the order.

Do you deliver internationally?

We do not ship internationally however we do have trusted global partners around the world that we can put you in touch with.

What are the shipping costs, and do you offer free delivery above a certain order size?

We offer free delivery nationwide, for all online orders that are over R1000.00. Any online orders that do not qualify for free delivery will be charged a courier fee. Depending on where you are based the delivery fee can range between R65 – R110. A delivery fee of R150 will be charged if your delivery address is considered an outlying area.

Can I collect my order to avoid a delivery charge?

Yes, you are welcome to collect your order from our Red Espresso Offices in Paarl. Our business hours are Monday – Friday, between 08:00 – 17:00. Please make sure to select the click and collect option on the cart page before checking out. This will ensure you don't pay for delivery.

How long will it take for my order to be delivered?

The standard delivery time is 3 - 5 business days from the day of dispatch.

Do you deliver on public holidays or weekends?

We do not deliver on public holidays or weekends. All online orders will be processed on the next working day.

Can I track my order once it has been dispatched?

You can expect to receive a WhatsApp notification from our couriers as to when the order is out for delivery. Please contact us on 021 863 1060 should you require further information regarding the delivery of your order. 

Still need help?

Get in touch with our office

Tel: 021 863 1060
Email: online@redespresso.com