Rwenzori Coffee Beans: Uganda

$22.00

Amount: 12oz

Flavor Notes: Orange, Fruity, Pekoe Tea

Country: Uganda
Region: Rwenzori
Varietal: Arabica (Typica, SL 14, SL 28, Kent)
Process: Natural, Hand-Processed
Altitude: 1,300 - 2,200m
Drying Method: Sun-dried on raised beds
Certification: Living Wage

Journey to the Rwenzori Mountains of Uganda with every sip of Rwenzori Coffee, and immerse yourself in the enchanting flavors of this pristine region. With every bag, you get:

Sustainably Sourced: Our coffee beans are ethically sourced from farms that pay fair wages to hardworking farmers.
Empowering Farmers: We believe in putting profits back into the hands of the farmers who work tirelessly to produce these exceptional beans.
Quality Assurance: Our beans undergo rigorous quality checks to ensure that you receive only the finest, freshly roasted coffee beans.
A World of Aromas: Explore a diverse range of tasting notes, from fruity and floral to earthy and spicy, offering a delightful sensory journey with every cup.
Versatile Brewing: These beans are perfect for various brewing methods, including drip, espresso, French press, and more, allowing you to craft your ideal coffee experience.
Ugandan Heritage: Immerse yourself in the rich coffee culture of Uganda, where coffee is more than a beverage; it's a tradition, a way of life, and a source of pride.
Every bag is 12 Oz which translates to ~32 cups of fresh coffee
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Specialty Coffee Experience: Each batch is carefully selected and roasted to perfection, guaranteeing a consistent and exceptional coffee experience.
Cupping: Orange, Fruity, Pekoe Tea
Drying Method: Sun-dried on raised beds
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Flavor Profile: Fruity

A good brewed cup of Rwenzori coffee exhibits cupping notes similar to the desirably winey acidity of a fine East African coffee, with sweet chocolate flavor and rich texture. Generally speaking, the lower complexity and lighter body of Ugandan coffees makes them generally less fruity than the coffees of neighboring Zimbabwe, Tanzania, or Kenya.

The Robustas from the Lake Victoria basin are well suited to the clay-rich soils, and benefit from some high elevations in the region. They’re able to develop higher acidity than lower-altitude grown Robustas, making them a decent cup.

Region: Rwenzori, Uganda

Uganda is an excellent location for coffee growing. In past decades, armed conflict has hurt the industry – especially in the producing region of the West Nile during the ‘90s. However, the country boasts richly fertile land, with volcanic soil to the east and west, and plenty of rainfall. Certain parts of the country have two harvests: April to June and October to February.

In some places, farms sit up to 2,300m, with the resulting cooler temperatures leading to more complex coffees. These farms tend to be small, often less than half a hectare in size. Intercropping provides good shade under which the coffee can grow – another element that creates cooler temperatures and generally healthier plants.

Washed processing is common, although you will find some natural processed coffees as well. Natural processed coffees range from low-quality, defective beans to high-quality, specialty-grade ones.

Uganda’s varied terroir creates a wide range of flavor profiles, from sun-dried tomatoes to florals.