Coffee & tea

Coffee and tea in Malaysia: pack prices and what to check

Updated 4 November 2026

Coffee and tea in Malaysia cost from about RM 5 for a pack of instant sachets, about RM 20 for a 480 g local white coffee, and about RM 89 for a 12 oz bag of ground specialty coffee. These figures are approximate, according to sellers' websites, November 2026. For the product and quantity you need, post a request on BlaBlaPrice.

Food rules for tea and coffee

Tea sold in Malaysia has to meet the standard set in the Food Regulations 1985, which fixes the rules for tea in regulation 260. Ask the seller for the label, the ingredients and the pack date. If you are buying for a café, note that an application there asks for SSM registration documents, a tenancy agreement, a floor plan and proof of compliance with local zoning.

Freshness in a hot, humid climate

Malaysia is hot and humid all year, which shortens the life of roasted coffee and tea once a pack is opened. Buy smaller packs more often, store them sealed and dry, and check the roast or pack date before you pay. Ask whether the coffee is sold as beans or ground, because ground coffee loses its aroma faster.

Machines and warranties

If your request includes a coffee machine, check the warranty before you buy. Warranties usually cover manufacturing defects rather than every breakdown, and limescale or unsuitable water is often excluded. One espresso brand's warranty runs for one year from the date of purchase. Ask what water the machine needs and whether descaling is included.

What to write in your request

Name the product (beans, ground coffee, an instant mix or tea), the variety or roast, the brand if you have one, and the quantity in grams or kilograms. Say how you brew it (filter, espresso, instant or cold brew), whether you want a one-off order or a regular supply, and your delivery city: Kuala Lumpur, Shah Alam, George Town, Ipoh or Johor Bahru. Add your budget in RM.

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